Camp Nurse
Volunteer Position Available: Camp Nurse
In addition to the qualifications we seek in all volunteers, as outlined on the Volunteer & Support Camp Oasis page, the Camp Nurse role has its own set of parameters:
General Responsibility
Assist in overseeing the camp's medical operations according to the camp mission, guiding principles, and medical manual; to distribute medication, keep medical records, and assist Camp Physician(s).
Specific Responsibilities
- Assist in staff training related to Health Center, Medical Manual and OSHA requirements
- Carry out medical procedures as directed by the Medical Director & Camp Physician(s)
- Prepare and maintain Camp Health Center
- Properly store and dispense any medicines brought to camp by campers and staff, in accordance with the Camp Medical Manual and with the local state's laws
- Complete appropriate forms (Incident Reports, Medication Log, etc.) in a timely manner
- Assist in evaluating the entire camp operation with suggestions for the following season
- As needed, speak with campers' parents
- Perform other duties as designated by the Medical Director & Head Nurse
Essential Functions
- Ability to assist in staff training
- Ability to help monitor health and safety of camp population
- Ability to provide care under the instruction of the Medical Director, Head Nurse, & Camp Physician(s)
- Ability to reach patients on rugged terrain
Specific Qualifications
- Possess a valid license (or obtain appropriate reciprocity) to work as a nurse in the state in which camp is located
- Desire and ability to work with children and adults with IBD in a camp setting
- Preferred: Experience with pediatric GI patients or emergency rooms
- Preferred: Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) training