NICK ODHIAMBO
Lifeguard
Nairobi,30
Summary
Practical Lifeguard with well-honed supervisory skills. Certified in CPR and AED. Reliable and safety-minded with exceptional customer service when assisting guests. Remains poised and grounded in stressful situations.
Overview
2
2
years of professional experience
7
7
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Lifeguard
United Nations Recreational Centre
Nairobi, Nairobi Province
1 2024 - 2 2024
- Reduced number of rule violations with clear signage and consistent enforcement of policies
- Facilitated group training sessions for new hires, sharing expertise on rescue techniques and facility protocols
- Collaborated closely with management to identify areas for improvement within lifeguarding program
- Coordinated schedules for staff members, optimizing coverage during peak hours without compromising safety or efficiency
- Assisted swimmers in distress using appropriate rescue techniques based on individual needs and circumstances
- Observed weather and water conditions and alerted visitors to potential dangers, storms, and rip currents
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support
- Monitored safety of around 50 guests in and around swimming pool
- Inspected and tested pool equipment functionality to minimize hazards.
Lifeguard
YMCA, Nairobi, Kenya
Nairobi, Nairobi Province
06.2023 - 12.2023
- Reduced number of rule violations with clear signage and consistent enforcement of policies.
- Facilitated group training sessions for new hires, sharing expertise on rescue techniques and facility protocols.
- Collaborated with management to identify areas for improvement within the lifeguarding program.
- Coordinated schedules for staff members, optimizing coverage during peak hours without compromising safety or efficiency.
- Assisted swimmers in distress using appropriate rescue techniques based on individual needs and circumstances.
- Observed weather and water conditions, and alerted visitors to potential dangers, storms, and rip currents.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills, such as First Aid and CPR, to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
- Monitored safety of around 50 guests in and around the swimming pool.
- Inspected and tested pool equipment functionality to minimize hazards.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
Lifeguard
Proswim Academy
01.2022 - 12.2022
- Responded to emergency situations in a timely, efficient manner.
- Attentively monitored swimmers to identify distress.
- Monitored safety of guests in and around swimming pool.
- Learned and maintained proficiency in first responder skills such as First Aid and CPR to offer individuals in distress optimal support.
Education
Master of Science - Film And Animation
MOUNT KENYA UNIVERSITY
Thika, 30 09.2017 - 12.2024
Skills
First Aid and CPR
Equipment Oversight
Pool Maintenance
Policy Management
Lifeguard Operations
Swim Instructor
References
- Christopher Kimani, +254702221821, chris@ymcakenya.org, YMCA Nairobi
- Kennedy Kihiko, +254722327264, kennedy.kihiko@un.org, United Nations recreation
Timeline
Lifeguard
YMCA, Nairobi, Kenya
06.2023 - 12.2023
Lifeguard
Proswim Academy
01.2022 - 12.2022
Master of Science - Film And Animation
MOUNT KENYA UNIVERSITY
09.2017 - 12.2024
Lifeguard
United Nations Recreational Centre
1 2024 - 2 2024
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