Summer Camp Nurse (Youth Camp)

We need motivated people with a passion for working with youth. 

SUMMARY

The  Nurse  coordinates  medical  services  for  youth  in  care  at  the  Camp  and  is responsible for maintaining appropriate records and files pertaining to medical services. The Nurse is directly responsible to the Camp Director. This temporary position for the summer camp season and is not eligible for overtime.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITES

The following duties and responsibilities are given as examples of the various types of work performed in this position. Other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

1. Portrays compassion and hospitality when providing medical care to the youth in program. Completes youth assessments on an initial and ongoing basis, including physical, dental, vision, hearing and other areas as appropriate.

2. Assists the Camp Director in the initial review of camper applications to determine appropriateness for the camp program based on medical issues.

3. Uses thoroughness and discretion while dispensing medications and maintaining accurate medical files for participants of programs.

4. Practices alertness and truthfulness in keeping the Camp Director informed of medical concerns, safety issues, and incident follow-up.

5. Exhibits enthusiasm and persuasiveness during leadership of medical and safety related trainings for staff.

6. Demonstrates resourcefulness and thriftiness in the wise stewardship of the agency’s resources when ordering and maintaining medical supplies for all of Camp. Ensures the orderliness of supplies and equipment are adequate and inventoried regularly.