Hat Creek Camp Nurse
About The Position
This ministry position involves serving in the camp health center. The Camp Nurse will manage the overall flow of the health center, keeping in contact with the Hat Creek Camp’s licensed prescriber for camper needs. Applicants do not need medical experience, but must have an interest in the medical field and be 20 years of age by summertime. The Camp Nurse will gain close to 300 hours of patient contact experience. The Camp Nurse will undergo a two-week training in preparation for summer camp. The training encompasses protocols and procedures as well as games, bonding, and goofiness. The Camp Nurse is guided and supervised by the Camp Programming Manager. Our staff form close, lifelong friendships that last long after summer camp is over. Join a team that is committed to constantly improving our outstanding programs and creating an excellent experience for kids!
Requirements
- Current CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain certification during staff training.
- Medication Administration Training (MAT) - Must be willing to get this training prior to camp starting.
- Passion for working with children and making a difference.
- Ability to work Sunday-Friday during summer programming weeks.
- Willingness to get outside of your comfort zone.
- Ability to pass a background and reference check.
- Minimum 20 years old by summer.
Nice To Haves
- Leadership experience and/or experience working with kids preferred
- Nursing College Program or hours working in the medical field preferred
- Licensed Nurse or Medical Prescriber Equivalent Preferred.
- Wilderness First Aid Certified Preferred.
Responsibilities
- Create a positive and safe community for campers and staff.
- Facilitate and participate in all summer camp programming as available.
- Be able to work collaboratively and in a timely manner with a diverse team.
- Maintain knowledge of camp schedule, programs, protocols and procedures.
- Help reinforce safe practices in and around all activity sites.
- Lead the daily collection and distribution of camper medications.
- Follow all American Camp Association (ACA) health guidelines.
- Organize and facilitate camper health screenings and medication collection on arrival day.
- Daily communication with camps licensed prescriber.
- Lead and help facilitate large group camp songs and skits.
- Clean activity sites, inventory program supplies, and participate in debriefs (processing) at the end of each day.
- Provide logistical support for all activities during camp sessions.
Benefits
- Opportunity to apply for Educational Scholarship through FIVE18 Family Services (College Students Only)
- Meals will be provided while summer programming is taking place at camp
- Lodging throughout employment
- Optional Paid Training Certifications: First Aid, Lifeguard, High Ropes Specialist, Archery Instructor
- Opportunities for post summer work during retreat season
- Home-base for living, working, and exploring in beautiful central Virginia
- Employment with an innovative company focused on improving the lives of others
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
No Education Listed
