Hat Creek Camp Nurse

About the role

This ministry position involves serving in the camp health center. The Camp Nurse will manage the overall flow of the health center, keeping in contact with the Hat Creek Camp’s licensed prescriber for camper needs. Applicants do not need medical experience, but must have an interest in the medical field and be 20 years of age by summertime. The Camp Nurse will gain close to 300 hours of patient contact experience. The Camp Nurse will undergo a two-week training in preparation for summer camp. The training encompasses protocols and procedures as well as games, bonding, and goofiness. The Camp Nurse is guided and supervised by the Camp Programming Manager. Our staff form close, lifelong friendships that last long after summer camp is over. Join a team that is committed to constantly improving our outstanding programs and creating an excellent experience for kids!

Responsibilities

• Create a positive and safe community for campers and staff.
• Facilitate and participate in all summer camp programming as available.
• Be able to work collaboratively and in a timely manner with a diverse team.
• Maintain knowledge of camp schedule, programs, protocols and procedures.
• Help reinforce safe practices in and around all activity sites.
• Lead the daily collection and distribution of camper medications.
• Follow all American Camp Association (ACA) health guidelines.
• Organize and facilitate camper health screenings and medication collection on arrival day.
• Daily communication with camp’s licensed prescriber.
• Lead and help facilitate large group camp songs and skits.
• Clean activity sites, inventory program supplies, and participate in debriefs (processing) at the end of each day.
• Provide logistical support for all activities during camp sessions.

Requirements

• Leadership experience and/or experience working with kids preferred.
• Nursing College Program or hours working in the medical field preferred.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification, or willingness to obtain certification during staff training.
• Medication Administration Training (MAT) - Must be willing to get this training prior to camp starting.
• Licensed Nurse or Medical Prescriber Equivalent Preferred.
• Wilderness First Aid Certified Preferred.
• Passion for working with children and making a difference.
• Ability to work Sunday-Friday during summer programming weeks.