Summer Camp Nurse
Job Description
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Position: Camp Nurse
Location: Camp Fiver, Poolville, NY
Salary: $175/day or $1200/week
Dates: June 30 2023- August 23, 2024 (can commit to partial days/weeks)
Reports to: Health Center Director and Camp Safety Director
About Fiver Children’s Foundation
Fiver is not a typical after school program or summer camp. We take a slow and steady approach, over ten years, to building relationships and developing social, emotional and life skills that lead to positive decision-making and outcomes for youth. We are committed to ensuring that all Fiver spaces, communications and interactions are: Inclusive, Warm, Youth-Centered, Honest, and Intentional. Through our one-of-a-kind ten-year commitment, Fiver provides experiences that challenge and builds relationships that nurture, so that youth from marginalized communities in New York can create their own positive futures.
General Functions
The Camp Nurse will be supervised by the Camp Safety Director, and will work in coordination with the Camp Health Director. The Camp Nurse will live on camp property, in the apartment attached to the health center and be on call at all times when on Camp property. The Camp Nurse schedule may be flexible and but will be determined ahead of time to assure coverage of the health center at a ll times.
Skills and Qualifications
The Camp Nurse must l be at least 23 years of age and be a certified physician, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, register nurse, licensed practical nurse or EMT. Previous experience working with children from both urban and rural environments preferred. A sincere interest in children and comprehension of their needs is required. The ability to effectively communicate, both verbally and in written from is required. The Camp Nurse should be able to work independently and exercise sound judgement.
Essential Functions
- Examine, prior to the beginning of each session, medical facilities and equipment. Report maintenance needs to the Director of Facilities and Grounds and replace equipment as necessary.
- Keep and maintain staff and camper medical records in Health Center.
- Physically examine campers at the beginning of each session and record health conditions.
- Maintain a system for the distribution of medication for staff and campers throughout the summer. Record the distribution ofmedication every time.
- Make medical decisions regarding staff and camper health and recommend visits to a local physician when necessary.
- While on duty, respond to all medical emergencies and serve as the primary decision maker at the site of the emergency.
- Serve as a resource to the camp staff regarding all medical issues.
- Uphold and exemplify the mission and principles of the Fiver Children’s Foundation and Camp.
- Perform all other duties as assigned by the Camp Director.LocationLocated in beautiful upstate New York, Camp Fiver is a four-hour trip from New York City and is 45 minutes southeast of Syracuse. Truly a “home away from home,” Camp Fiver’s 129-acre refuge includes a lake, a river, woodlands, a learning center, dining hall, horse barn and more.
To apply:Send resume and cover letter to careers@fiver.org
Fiver Children’s Foundation is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, equity, and inclusion. Candidates who identify as BIPOC or other historically marginalized communities are encouraged to apply. To ensure the health and safety of our staff and the communities we serve, we encourage all Fiver employees to be fully vaccinated for COVID-19.
Job Types: Full-time, Temporary
Pay: $1,200.00 per week
Weekly schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
- Are you any of the following:
- Certified Physician
- Nurse Practitioner
- Physician Assistant
- Registered Nurse
- Licensed Practical Nurse
- Licensed EMT
Ability to Relocate:
- Poolville, NY: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
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