Nurse - Resident Camp - LW

Metropolitan YMCA of the Oranges Inc•Blairstown, NJ

About The Position

Under the direction of and in conjunction with the Camp Director, the Nurse oversees the safety and well-being of campers and staff and administers and maintains the camp infirmary for 24-hour operation. The role helps create a friendly, healthy, and fun atmosphere and supports children’s personal growth, maturity, hygiene, socialization, goal-setting, and independent decision-making during their camp experience. The Nurse prepares the infirmary and emergency-care procedures, maintains supplies and first-aid kits, provides infirmary coverage and emergency response, and delivers health information and support to staff. The Nurse follows the camp physician’s standing orders, consults with the physician as needed, and advises camp administration when outside medical care is appropriate. The role includes accompanying campers to medical facilities when necessary, communicating with the Camp Director and families as appropriate, and maintaining accurate records of injuries, illness, medications, and treatment. The Nurse collaborates with other nurses and camp staff on procedures, training, and educational materials; supports health and safety throughout camp activities and facilities; secures medications; participates in staff meetings and training; and assists with evening programs and special events as requested. The position also includes answering the infirmary’s emergency phone when the main administration office is closed and promptly forwarding messages to the appropriate camp leader.

Requirements

Hold a New Jersey license as an RN, PA, LPN, NP, or DO, or be an EMT licensed in New Jersey.
Have three or more years of nursing experience.
Have working knowledge of New Jersey health care laws and regulations and American Camp Association standards.
Be able to explain treatments and conditions to people at different levels, including children of all ages.
Ability to work well in a team environment.
Excellent customer service and interpersonal skills.
Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office software and other database systems.
Have at least two camp seasons of experience working with children in an active setting, including knowledge of recreation and environmental activities.
Strong problem-solving and leadership skills.
Ability to communicate professionally with a wide variety of guests, displaying tact and diplomacy in different venues, including public speaking and presentations.
CPR and First Aid certification are required.

Nice To Haves

Previous experience working with diverse populations.

Responsibilities

Open and organize the infirmary, establish health and emergency-care procedures, review standing orders, and develop staff training presentations.
Keep the infirmary clean, sanitary, and stocked, and ensure first-aid kits are appropriately supplied and serviceable.
Provide appropriate infirmary hours and be available for emergencies.
Interpret pre-season health forms and provide staff with relevant information about campers, including through regular check-ups.
Maintain health and safety standards in accordance with American Camp Association standards and New Jersey State regulations.
Follow the camp physician’s standing orders and consult the physician as needed.
Advise camp administration when out-of-camp medical or health assistance is appropriate.
Accompany campers to a doctor, urgent care, or hospital as necessary.
Communicate regularly with the Camp Director and contact a camper’s parent, guardian, or emergency contact when necessary.
Maintain accurate records of injuries, illness, medications, and treatments in a bound log; complete required forms and inventories and submit them to the office.
Work with other nurses to develop consistent procedures, educational materials, and presentations.
Monitor health and safety at the waterfront, in food-service areas, and throughout campers’ daily programs, offering supportive suggestions.
Maintain an active presence in the camp community, including interacting with campers in their campsite homes.
Conduct daily spot inspections of designated camp facilities and program areas for health, safety, and cleanliness.
Keep medications secure under lock and key.
Assist with evening programs and special events as requested by the Camp Director or Assistant Camp Director.
Follow the location’s phone policy, answer the infirmary’s 24-hour emergency phone when the administration office is closed, and promptly forward messages to the Camp Director or designee.
Attend assigned and scheduled staff meetings and training events.
Perform other job-related duties as periodically assigned.