Job Description:

JOB OBJECTIVE:Manages the camp health and safety programPERFORMANCE RESPONSIBILITIES: Provides medical treatment to campers and staff when necessary Administers medication to campers Complies with all required documentation Acts as health educator for campers and staff Oversee the preseason set-up and the postseason closing of the Health Center, which includes performing an openingclosing inventory of all supplies and equipment and ordering suppliesequipment as needed and approved; Assess and assist with the health and hygiene needs of campers Administer medication and treatment to campers throughout their stay at camp Identify pertinent camper medical needs (caution sheets, special diets, etc.) and ensures that this information is communicated with the appropriate camp staff Provide for proper nursing intervention regarding camper andor staff illness, condition, or emergency care and makes appropriate referrals and provides for follow up care as warranted Administer immediate first aid to injured parties, performs nursing assessments, implements nursing intervention as guided by nursing judgmentKeep records regarding administration of medication, prescribed treatments, and other health and medical needs. Follow state and ACA standards in maintaining such records Familiar with the health protocols and standing orders approved by a designated physician, and follows protocols with campers and staff Make rounds throughout the camp checking on campers, staff and the health and safety of the camp in general. Report facility and grounds health risk factors Complete and follow up on incident reports Supervise and coordinate other nursing staff Perform other duties as assignedMINIMUM REQUIREMENTS: Licensed as a Registered Nurse Flexible schedule Previous experience as a camp nurse at a special needs camp preferred Familiarity with medications Hospital experience preferred Knowledge of summer camp health practices a plus Previous occupational health and safety experience a plus Current CPR and First Aid certification required Knowledge of the American Camping Association Health and Wellness standardsSALARYHOURS:Dates: July 1- August 23Hours: 8:30-4:30pmHourly Rate: $40-$42Powered by JazzHRdW7ONruez6