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CAMP NURSE -- Part Time
AUTISM SOCIETY OF NC INC
#Consultation#Autism#Documentation#Medication Administration#Training#Communication#Nursing#Evaluation#Infection Control#Health Care#First Aid#Health Policies
OtherOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 4 months ago
Location
Moncure, North Carolina
Quick overview
The Camp Nurse is responsible for screening campers, managing medication administration, and ensuring compliance with health care policies. They also provide consultation to Med Activity Directors and assist in evaluating camp health procedures.
Requirements summary
Candidates must have a current NC nursing license or be working towards licensure, along with a degree in nursing. Experience with autism is preferred.
bachelor degreeCommunicationDocumentationMedication AdministrationTrainingConsultationEvaluationInfection ControlHealth And SafetyFirst AidAutism Experience
Job description
Job DetailsJob Location
- CAMP
- ROYALL -
- Moncure,
- NC 27559Position
- Type:
- Professional
- PositionsJob
- Category: Health Care Participate in training prior to beginning work, as well as annual training prior to Summer Camp. Lead training sessions pertaining to medication administration, camp health and safety, first aid, and universal precautions for infection control, as requested (Head Nurse ONLY). Screen arriving campers, including review of medical forms. Check in medication upon arrival and set up dosage schedule with the Med Activity Directors (ADs). Ensure that each campers medical documentation is complete and the written orders from the campers doctor matches the medication routine specified by the parent/guardian. Be available for consultation to the Med ADs, Assistant Director(s) and Program Director when on site. Support the Med ADs, and communicate any feedback in regards to their performance to the Program Director or Assistant Director(s). Keep written documentation of any treatment and/or consultation given. Be familiar with camp policies pertaining to health care and medication administration, and implement fully all procedures and requirements. Serve as a liaison between the Program Director and/or Assistant Director(s) and advanced medical personnel when necessary. Communicate directly with campers families as requested by Program Director and/or Assistant Director(s). Monitor/evaluate camp procedures, facilities, and conditions and suggest modifications that would create more healthful conditions at camp. Prepare evaluation of camp season, including recommendations for next season. If requested by the Program Director or Assistant Director, a nurse may be asked to carry out daily on-site visits while camp is in session (Head Nurse ONLY). If requested by the Program Director or Assistant Director(s), a nurse may be asked to carry out on-call duties. This would involve monitoring the health of staff and campers through after hours phone consultation (Head Nurse ONLY). Perform all other duties as requested. Education/ExperienceCurrent NC nursing license or working towards licensure. A good attitude, willingness to learn, willingness to work hard, and an open mind! Education Requirements Degree in nursing. Autism experience preferred