An on-call nurse for an ambulance in the Philippines has specific qualifications, duties, and responsibilities that are aligned with the emergency medical services (EMS) system. These nurses play a crucial role in providing emergency care to patients who require transportation to a healthcare facility. Below is a detailed explanation of the qualifications and duties:

Educational Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from an accredited nursing school in the Philippines.
• Licensed Nurse: The nurse must have passed the Nursing Licensure Examination conducted by the Professional Regulation Commission (PRC) of the Philippines.

Certifications and Training:

• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (required by most hospitals and ambulance services).
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification (often preferred for ambulance nurses working in critical care transport).
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) may also be required if the nurse handles pediatric emergency cases.
• Pre-hospital Emergency Care (PHEC) or similar emergency response certifications may be an advantage.
• Familiarity with emergency response protocols, triage systems, and trauma care is necessary.