POSITION SUMMARY:

This position supports the work of the Y, a leading non-profit committed to strengthening community through youth development, healthy living and social responsibility. The Camp Nurse administers health care for all campers, volunteers and employees of the camp community. This role provides professional leadership and service that assists with a positive and healthful camp experience.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

Maintain health record files, daily log and treatment book for employees and campers.

Maintain insurance claim provisions constant with provisions of law and established American Camp Association Health and Wellness standards and pediatric standards.

Maintain medical equipment, supplies, and medication in accordance with established practice.

Manage necessary purchases of medical supplies and equipment.

Administer daily medication to campers and staff.

Provide twenty-four hour health coverage and stand available for emergencies, illnesses, inpatient care, and sick calls and provide transportation to specialists or the hospital.

Meet with parents of campers to receive medication and discuss health matters pertinent to the camper.

Coordinate relationships with local medical resources including surrounding clinics, urgent cares and hospitals, as appropriate.

Work closely with Camp Director to communicate health concerns and procedures for medical requirements with campers in session.

Ensure camp infirmary is kept clean, quiet and prepared for medical emergencies and ongoing health care.

Provide supervision to the Health Center Assistant.

Complete training in Child Abuse and prevention and attend portions of staff training.

Perform other duties as assigned by the Camp Director

QUALIFICATIONS:

Must be at least twenty one (21) years of age.

Must possess at the minimum, a Registered Nurse (RN) certification and be licensed in VT.

Experience working in pediatrics is preferred, but not required.

Ability to live on camp property from June to August and provide twenty four hour medical support.

Must be able to communicate effectively both written and oral.

Build trusting relationships with campers and parents of campers to ensure comfort and ease of administering medication and providing health support.

Possess solid leadership qualities and professionalism.

Ability to problem solve effectively, smoothly and calmly.

WORK ENVIRONMENT & PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

A great place to work, learn, make friends, help others, and make the world a better place within a friendly, inclusive community atmosphere.

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Physically perform all skills required of a Registered Nurse.

The ability to lift up to thirty (30) pounds.

The ability to get from one part of camp to the next in an efficient manner to respond to emergencies.

The ability to be outside for significant amounts of time.