Day Camp Nurse - Gathering Pines

Now Hiring Seasonal Nurse Opportunities in our YMCA Day Camps!!
Great opportunity to practice nursing in an outdoor seasonal setting!
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Job Summary:

The Day Camp Nurse will support the camp office and provide health services across camp while prioritizing the health and safety of campers. The incumbent is responsible for daily attendance, camper medications and emergency response.

1. Essential Functions:

Pre-Summer:

• Build summer first aid kits.
• Plan and implement assigned summer staff training. Including, camper care basics and other identified training as needed.
• Prepare camp medical space for summer.
• Organize and log staff first aid certifications and health forms.

Summer:

• Understand and implement Day Camp Healthcare Plan and standing orders.
• Act as first responder during emergency situations.
• Follow camp documentation procedures for health logs, medication administration and camp incident reports.
• Work with staff to submit workers comp documents when needed.
• Stock and replenish program first aid kits.
• Review health information of campers within twenty-four (24) hours of campers' first day of arrival. Collect any medications to be administered during the camper's enrollment.
• Administer medications as outlined in medical standing orders. Document medication administration appropriately.
• Provide ongoing coaching to camp staff regarding camper health and safety.
• Support camp counselors in implementing individualized healthcare plans.
• Communicate with parent(s) and/or guardian regarding camper injuries, illnesses, or other incidents.
• Maintain appropriate documentation regarding camper health and medical plans.
• Document and communicate any communicable disease related concerns while following all outline procedures.
• Maintain the cleanliness and organization of the healthcare facilities.
• Take leadership role when Emergency Action Plans are initiated.
• Support participant toileting needs as outlined in the Day Camp Healthcare Plan. Communicate incidents to parent(s) and/or guardian.
• Attend scheduled Day Camp healthcare team meetings.

1. Relationships:

This position reports to various camp leaders. The Day Camp Nurse will collaborate with all leadership and support staff. Provide leadership, guidance and coaching to camp counselors. Communicate with YMCA of the North healthcare leads and on-call clinicians as needed. Communicate with parent(s) and guardians regarding camper health and safety concerns.

1. Qualifications:

Required:

• Associate or Bachelor of Nursing degree required.
• Minimum of one (1) year experience in the healthcare field.
• Pediatric & Adult First Aid/ CPR/ AED Certification
• Demonstrated leadership experience.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Experienced and comfortable managing emergency situations.
• Ability to remain calm during stressful situations.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a member of a team and the ability to accomplish tasks with little direct supervision.

Preferred:

• Experience in healthcare and camp industry.

1. Work Conditions:

• Must have the ability to physically manage and support children when needed for safety in general camp activities (child weighing 50 - 200 pounds).
• Ability to perform a variety of tasks outdoor in different climate.
• Must be able to work safely when in contact with bodily fluids.

1. Additional Notes:

This job description represents the major functions of the position but is not intended to be all-inclusive. The Day Camp Nurse takes direction from various camp leaders or their representatives in completing projects or performing duties deemed necessary for the YMCA's success.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion Pledge

The Y of the North is committed to the work and everyday practices of eliminating disparities and eradicating of unjust systems to become a multicultural, anti-racist and anti-oppressive organization. YMCA of the North team members and volunteers must exemplify the association's mission, vision and values of caring, equity, honesty, respect, and responsibility.

The YMCA of the North continues to develop plans and strategies to ensure team members and volunteers reflect the demographics of the communities we serve. We will continually conduct institutional racism and oppression review of our policies, procedures and practices in recruitment and selection; compensation and benefits; professional development and training; promotions; transfers; layoffs; terminations; and the ongoing development of a multicultural, anti-racist and anti-oppressive work environment and culture that promotes equity and respect for the human dignity of all. We value and respect this diversity and choose to be inclusive through our acceptance of all.