Would you like to help people in your community? Can you give up some free time? Do you want to learn essential life saving skills? Do you hold a full, clean driving licence? Are you in reasonably good health?
Community First Responders (CFRs) are now playing a vital role in the emergency care. They are just ordinary members of the public who have been trained by the ambulance service to deliver life-saving skills in their local areas pending the arrival of an ambulance. For patients experiencing cardiac arrest, every second counts. For every minute that passes without defibrillation, a person's chances of survival can decrease by up to 10%. Are you up for the challenge?
Skills
A Community First Aider needs to be extremely reliable and trustworthy, good under pressure, able to remain calm in emergency situations, be caring when dealing with patients and have a good level of physical fitness.
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Details
- Age restrictions
Over 18 - DBS check required
Enhanced, which is carried out by the East Midlands Ambulance Service - Equal Opportunities Policy
- Health and Safety Policy
- Ongoing support
scheme meetings - Training provided
training course which is currently 3 days in length - Volunteer induction
- Volunteer Policy
- Volunteers covered by insurance
- Written role description
When can I volunteer?
| Mon | Tue | Wed | Thu | Fri | Sat | Sun | |
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| Morning | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Afternoon | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
| Evening | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes | Yes |
Availability Details
While a responder is on call they can continue with their day to day activities while in the local area, but must be ready to drop everything and attend a call should one arise. Be able to commit to a minimum of 4 hours a week voluntary service (to be arranged in conjunction with your CFR coordinator).
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