Inekela Shiimi
Windhoek
Summary
I am a dedicated and highly motivated Advanced Life Support (ALS) Paramedic, registered since 2024, with a strong clinical background in pre-hospital emergency care and a passion for advancing emergency medical services. I am currently pursuing an Honours Degree in Bachelor of Emergency Medical Care, demonstrating commitment to continuous professional development and academic excellence. I hold a comprehensive set of certifications, including PALS, ITLS, ACLS, BLS, and BOSIET, ensuring readiness for both urban and remote emergency response environments.
I am actively contributing to the advancement of the EMS profession as a member of the Emergency Medical Care Advisory Committee at the Namibian University of Science and Technology (NUST). Recognized for strong leadership, clinical decision-making, and collaborative skills in high-pressure situations, with a proven ability to provide high-quality patient care and support system-level improvements in emergency medical practice.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
Work History
Advanced Life Support Paramedic
Medical Rescue Africa
Windhoek And Luderitz
09.2024 - Current
- Deliver advanced pre-hospital emergency care in accordance with national clinical practice guidelines and HPCNA scope of practice.
- Provide cardiac life support interventions including ECG interpretation, defibrillation, synchronized cardioversion, and advanced pharmacologic management (as per ACLS protocols).
- Administer pediatric emergency care in line with PALS standards, including airway management, medication dosing, and neonatal resuscitation.
- Apply trauma life support skills as trained in ITLS, including spinal immobilization, hemorrhage control, thoracic decompression, and trauma triage at complex scenes.
- Conduct advanced airway procedures, including intubation and surgical cricothyrotomy, as required in life-threatening emergencies.
- Respond to high-risk or offshore emergencies in hazardous environments, using safety practices learned through BOSIET training, including helicopter transport protocols and survival skills.
- Ensure readiness and compliance with offshore medical protocols, including platform safety, confined space response, and remote patient management.
- Manage and supervise on-site medical facilities or offshore clinics when required, providing emergency response and ongoing care.
Advanced Life Support Paramedic
EMED Rescue 24
Windhoek
02.2024 - 09.2024
- Provide advanced pre-hospital emergency medical care in line with HPCNA scope of practice and national EMS protocols.
- Perform comprehensive patient assessments, including ECG interpretation, advanced airway management, and IV/IO therapy.
- Administer a broad range of emergency medications and perform life-saving procedures, such as defibrillation, synchronized cardioversion, and advanced trauma interventions.
- Lead the clinical management of patients during high-acuity emergencies, including cardiac arrest, severe trauma, strokes, and respiratory failure.
- Coordinate on-scene operations, ensuring safety, triage, and effective collaboration with BLS, ILS, police, and fire services.
Emergency Care Technician
EMED Rescue 24
Windhoek
11.2023 - 01.2024
- Provide pre-hospital emergency medical care to patients in line with clinical protocols and scope of practice.
- Perform primary and secondary assessments, monitor vital signs, and determine appropriate treatment plans.
- Administer life-saving interventions, including airway management, oxygen therapy, IV access, bleeding control, splinting, and medication administration as per ECT scope.
- Respond promptly and professionally to emergency calls, including motor vehicle accidents, medical emergencies, trauma, and mass casualty incidents.
- Operate ambulance equipment, monitor patients en route, and ensure safe transport to appropriate medical facilities.
- Collaborate with Advanced Life Support (ALS) providers, other healthcare professionals, and emergency services to ensure continuity of care.
- Maintain accurate and detailed patient care records (PCRs) and communicate patient status effectively to receiving healthcare facilities.
- Participate in training, simulations, and continuing professional development to maintain and upgrade clinical skills.
- Ensure ambulance readiness by checking equipment, medication stocks, and cleanliness before and after shifts.
Education
Bachelors of Emergency Medical Care - Emergency Medical Care
Namibian University of Science And Technology
Windhoek, Namibia04-2024
Skills
- Advanced airway management (intubation, cricothyrotomy)
- Intravenous (IV) and intraosseous (IO) access and therapy
- Advanced cardiac life support (ACLS)
- ECG interpretation and cardiac monitoring
- Drug administration (including controlled substances)
- Defibrillation and cardioversion
- Trauma assessment and management (eg, hemorrhage control, spinal immobilization)
- Pediatric advanced life support (PALS)
- International Trauma Life Support (ITLS)
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Management of medical emergencies (eg, strokes, seizures, respiratory failure)
- Operation of emergency medical equipment (ventilators, monitors, suction units)
- Prehospital emergency obstetric car
References
- Mr. M. Hawkins
Chief operating officer
Medical Rescue Africa
C: +264 83 339 0033
T: +264 81 6771315
E: MRA.Paramedics@westair.com.na
- Ms. D. Hornimann
Operations manager
EMED rescue 24/7
Khomas Region
C: +264 817363425
E: danielle.hornimann@emedrescue.com
- Mrs. C. Cloete
Acting Associate Dean: School of Health Sciences
T: +264 61 207 2971
C: 0813607101
E: ccloete@nust.na
Accomplishments
- Selected as a committee member of the Namibian University of Science and Technology Emergency Medical Care Advisory Committee, contributing to curriculum development and professional standards.
- Recognized by peers and supervisors for clinical leadership during mass casualty incidents and complex trauma scenes.
- Played a pivotal role in mentoring and training junior EMTs and paramedic students during clinical rotations and field operations.
- Maintained a 100% compliance record in equipment readiness, medication audits, and patient care documentation.
- Completed BOSIET certification, enabling deployment in offshore and hazardous environments.
Timeline
Advanced Life Support Paramedic
Medical Rescue Africa
09.2024 - Current
Advanced Life Support Paramedic
EMED Rescue 24
02.2024 - 09.2024
Emergency Care Technician
EMED Rescue 24
11.2023 - 01.2024
Bachelors of Emergency Medical Care - Emergency Medical Care
Namibian University of Science And Technology
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