The Fresh Air Fund | Residential Summer Camp Nurse (...

CAMP NURSE Since its founding in 1877, The Fresh Air Fund, a not-for-profit youth development organization, has provided free life-changing summer experiences outdoors to more than 1.8 million children from New York City's underserved communities. Young people also participate in year-round leadership, career exploration and educational programs. For more information, visit Position Summary Camp Nursing Staff work in our camp health centers and are responsible for all health-related care of campers and staff. Camp nurses are the primary medical staff in the camp, administer medication, assess medical needs, and provide emergency care as needed. Nursing Assistants work alongside our Camp Nurses and assist them with daily routines and camper supervision in the infirmary. The Camp Nurses reports to the Senior Camp Nurse. Responsibilities Responsible for all health-related care of campers and staff at camp. Duties include medication distribution, health education teaching and maintenance, emergency care, referrals to doctors, nursing care of campers and staff requiring short-term bed rest, communication of pertinent medical information to The Fresh Air Fund office and parents, and maintaining medical records and logs. Conduct physical screening of all staff and children and review their health histories and physical examinations within twenty-four hours of their arrival at camp. Camp Nurses are the primary medical staff in camp and report directly to the Camp Director and Senior Camp Nurse. Follow standing orders issued by the Medical Director. Assess the medical needs of any child or staff member entering the infirmary and provide treatment as necessary or refer to a medical facility, hospital, or specialist. Administer medications as prescribed. Log all treatments and medications administered in the staff or camper logbook and in everyone's file. Conduct periodic checks to ensure the cleanliness and sanitary condition of the kitchen, dining hall, bathrooms, and cabins. On-call at all times except during scheduled time off. Communicate with the Senior Camp Nurse on all serious matters or any staff or camper requiring a visit to a medical facility off camp property. Following consultation with the Camp Director, make mandated reports to Dutchess and Orange County Department of Health about injuries or illnesses that result in death or which require resuscitation or admission to a hospital; injuries that involve bone fractures, lacerations requiring sutures; physical or sexual abuse allegation; illnesses suspected of being water, food, or air-borne, or spread by contact; an epi-pen administration and potential rabies contact with animals, and 911 call. Participate in camp orientation and training throughout the summer. Nurses are provided private rooms at their assigned camp and eat meals in the dining hall. They are encouraged to participate in the general camp program as much as possible. Time off will be approved by the Senior Camp Nurse and in coordination with the Camp Director and all other camp nurses. Understand that campers come first, and decisions should be made in the best interest of the campers. Explain and enforce the policies, traditions, and rules of the camp. Strive to work cooperatively with fellow staff to achieve the goals of the program. Invest time with campers to meet their needs, challenge their capabilities, and serve as a role model during their time at camp. Assume responsibility for the use and care of camp equipment and facilities. Be familiar with emergency procedures and follow them when necessary. Other duties as assigned. Qualifications Must be currently licensed as a Registered Nurse or a Licensed Practical Nurse in New York State OR must be a graduate of a Nursing Program who plans to take the State Board of Nursing Exam by September 1. Must have or obtain a New York State license. B.S. in nursing preferred; minimum of AA degree required. Must have a current Professional level CPR certificate, not exceeding one year in duration, issued by a certifying agency determined by the New York State Department of Health, or participate in The Fresh Air Fund's certification course. Must have a current ARC Responding to Emergencies certification or participate in The Fresh Air Fund's certification course. At least one year of nursing experience is required, preferably in pediatrics. Must be professional, flexible, caring, enjoy working with children and be able to work in a structured residential setting. Must have strong assessment skills. Available for the entire duration of the summer program. Interest in joining a youth development organization and supporting its mission and vision. Employment Period: June 8, 2025 - August 16, 2026 Compensation: $10,000 - $11,000, commensurate with experience Benefits: None Application Instructions To apply, please submit a Camp Nurse Application. We are hiring on a rolling basis and encourage interested applicants to apply as early as possible. No calls or recruiters, please. The Fresh Air Fund is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, committed to inclusive hiring, and dedicated to diversity in its work and on its staff. We strongly encourage candidates of all identities, experiences, orientations, and communities to apply.

Created: 2024-11-25