Camp Nurse - Camp Happiness

Catholic Charities, Diocese of Cleveland•Wickliffe, OH

19h•Onsite

About The Position

Catholic Charities Disability Services & Ministries is seeking a compassionate nurse for its 7-week summer Camp Happiness program, serving children ages 5-18 with developmental disabilities. The role involves coordinating and providing healthcare for Disability Services and Camp Happiness participants.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited school of nursing.
Current R.N. licensure in the State of Ohio.
Current Basic & Cardiac Life Support Provider card.
1-2 years of relevant work history.
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
Ability to sit, stand, walk, squat and reach above head.
Ability to form good working and therapeutic relationships.
Ability to work with diverse client population, community organizations, as well as staff at all levels.
Must be well organized, detail-oriented, and have the ability to maintain confidentiality.
Must possess a strong initiative and be self-directed, making many decisions independently.
Final applicant is required to be fingerprinted to complete background check.

Responsibilities

Ensure that the activities of this position and relevant programs are consistent with the mission, vision and values of Catholic Charities, Diocese of Cleveland.
Review health history/examination forms for all campers.
Check the camp health log to assure it is being completed correctly, see specific campers for follow-up, make appropriate notations, and review with the Site Director and sign.
Assist with health emergencies as needed, to determine when immediate hospitalization is warranted.
Assess illness and injuries of campers and staff as necessary; report any health limitations or restrictions to appropriate camp personnel.
Monitor communicable diseases through assessment and development of appropriate precautions.
Review all completed Incident Reports informing parents/guardians of medical/physical problems or concerns which may need attention.
Ensure that site(s) have proper first aid materials/equipment and suggest any additional supplies.
Initiate medical education for any staff as needed.
When not providing medical care, actively engage as a team member supporting campers in all activities.
Perform other duties as assigned or directed.