Resident Camp Nurse

YMCA Of Greater Hartford • Colebrook, CT

3h

About The Position

Under the direction of the Associate Executive Director, the Resident Camp Nurse oversees the safety and wellbeing of all campers and staff at camp.

Requirements

• Must be at least 21 years old.
• Must have the appropriate certifications:
• American Red Cross Standard First Aid Training or equivalent
• American Red Cross CPR for the Professional Rescuer or equivalent
• Appropriate Administration of Medication Certificate

Responsibilities

• Review health records of campers for completion and call parents for corrections.
• Track and record all special needs, medications, dietary concerns or treatments for each camper.
• Maintain the medical log and note all visits and treatments including; date, time and name of person, general description of injury or illness and treatment, administration of medications and initials of person evaluating and treatment.
• Maintain a separate medication log documenting all the medications given in accordance with state and federal laws and ACA requirements.
• Maintain a signed copy of the physician’s standing orders in accordance with state and federal laws and ACA requirements.
• Note trends of recurrent complaints and notify director.
• Advise the director of any health related issues and provide recommendations.
• Administer appropriate medical care and treatment to campers and staff in compliance with standing orders and within scope of licensing.
• Maintain inventory of appropriate medical supplies and equipment.
• In the event of a medical emergency assume responsibility for decisions regarding the care or emergency treatment.
• Communicate with and educate staff regarding the appropriate care of campers and special needs of campers.
• Assist with camper check-in by interviewing parents and campers with medications or health issues.
• Maintain communication with parents as related to health issues.
• Consult with the Executive Director or the Director on duty regarding issues of home sickness, questions regarding calls home to parents or other issues of concern.
• Other duties as assigned.

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: No Education Listed