Medical Team Lead (RN, licensed prescriber)

Girl Scouts of Southeastern New England • South Kingstown, RI

9d • Onsite

About The Position

Join our Medical team at Camp Hoffman this summer. On the Medical Team under the supervision of the Camp Director and technical direction of a licensed physician you will work to ensure the health and safety of every person in camp. This is a temporary position from July 1st to August 7th, with a potential for flexibility in scheduling and the option for a residential role following an all-day camp schedule.

Requirements

• Must be 21 years or older.
• Current state license and ability to practice health care in Rhode Island.
• Registered Nurse or licensed prescriber.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must have the visual, auditory, and physical ability to quickly identify and appropriately respond to environmental and other hazards related to activities and emergencies at camp, as well as generally uphold all safety standards.

Nice To Haves

• Previous experience with health-related paperwork such as accident/incident reports, insurance claim forms, health department records, and health forms preferred.
• Previous experience in Girl Scouts, camps, school nursing, public health, childcare, and/or education is desired but not required.
• Ability to live in a rustic environment (preferred).

Responsibilities

• Provide healthcare as necessary for all people within the camp, under the supervision of the Camp Director and guidance of a licensed physician, in accordance with federal, state, local, GSUSA, GSSNE, and ACA regulations and standards.
• Ensure every camper and staff member has a medical record on file.
• Assess all injuries and/or emergencies and treat as described in the standing orders.
• Provide, administer, log, store, and return all medications to campers and as needed to staff.
• Maintain constant and professional communication with caregivers regarding the healthcare and services provided to campers in a timely fashion.
• Log all medical care, medication distribution, and caregiver communications.
• Continually advise staff on camp-wide health procedures & practices and provide health/first aid advice as needed according to procedures.
• Verify first aid and medical reports, follow up on treatment given, and monitor staff first aid treatment throughout the season.
• Participate in and lead specific areas of staff training pertaining to camp health and safety, CPR, first aid, and use of universal precautions for infection control.
• Responsible for the cleanliness, organization, care, maintenance, and inventory of the health center & medication storage.
• Responsible for communicating medical supply requisitions to Camp Director.
• Coordinate coverage of area with Camp Director/Administrative Team.
• Prepare a summary and evaluation of the camp season including inventories, camper reports on health problems, and make recommendations for the following camp season.
• Responsible for completion and organization of health-related paperwork such as accident/incident reports for risk management, insurance claim forms, health department records, and health forms in a timely fashion.
• Screen health forms prior to or within 12 hours of arriving campers and staff, and notify appropriate camp staff of any health concerns or needs.
• Establish and follow appropriate medical routines as outlined in the Health Manual, including recordkeeping, disposal of medical waste, managing and safeguarding medications, and utilizing approved standing orders.
• Fill, issue, check, and maintain all first aid kits.
• Notify Camp Director of any safety or health concerns, especially those requiring consultation with physicians or families.
• Other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Staff housing and laundry facilities for the duration of employment period (if overnight)
• Food during staff training days and when campers are on site.
• Paid pre-camp training and professional development
• Girl Scout Membership
• Opportunity to support the Girl Scout mission and make a positive impact on the community.
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level