Position: Seasonal Camp Nurse - Camp Wakonda

Reports to: Camp ExecutiveDirector

Location: YMCA Camp Wakonda (22237 Lawrence 2080, Ash Grove, Mo)
Approximate Dates of Employment: June 10-August 4, 2018
 

Major Responsibilities:

• Provide oversight and administration of health care needs for campers and staff.

• Maintain necessary medical supplies, as well as first aid kits for each cabin and program area.

• Provide proper care for ill and injured campers/staff, as well as any special medical accommodations

• Review all campers’ health forms and create weekly Cabin Medical lists for counselors

• Receive all campers’ medications at check-in and inquire about medical history/allergies

• Dispense camper medications at appropriate times and keep a detailed log

• Complete appropriate incident reports and follow up

• On-call 24 hours for any camper/staff medical needs –stay on site while camp is in session.

• Help role model and foster a culture of safety at Camp Wakonda and continue to evaluate the safety of all camp programs and activities, make recommendations to leadership.

 

Qualifications:

• Must be 19 years old with high school diploma or equivalent, as well as EMT, LPN, or RN certification, including current CPR and First Aid Certifications.

• Able to observe camper behaviors and assess its appropriateness and apply appropriate management techniques, as well as enforce appropriate safety and emergency procedures to the situation

• Must be able to assist campers in the event of an emergency (fire, evacuation, illness, or injury)

• Exemplify the YMCA core values of “Caring, Honesty, Respect, Responsibility, Faith & Friendship”

 

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How to Apply:

Apply online or Send a job application to hr@orymca.org , or contact:

Steve Maynard

Executive Director - Camp Wakonda

smaynard@orymca.org

417-830-2131