What are the responsibilities and job description for the Camp Nurse position at Commonpoint Queens?
STATEMENT OF THE AGENCY:
Commonpoint is a non-profit, multi-service agency with flagship sites in Little Neck, Bayside, Forest Hills, East Elmhurst, and Jamaica, with 80 additional sites throughout the community that provide a diverse array of programs and services to over 85,000 individuals. The mission is to sustain and enhance the quality of family and individual life for all members of our community, regardless of religion, ethnic or cultural background, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual preference, age, or disability, within a pervasive and inclusive environment that facilitates individual growth, meets individual needs and builds community. We accomplish this mission through various social, educational, and recreational services that reach community members of all ages and backgrounds.
Camp Background:
Island Quest Day Camp joins the agencies of Commonpoint, Friedberg JCC, Suffolk Y JCC, & Gural JCC to present an innovative day camp located in Wheatley Heights at the Henry Kaufmann Campgrounds. Island Quest Day Camp is open to ages 4-15 and will provide a unique opportunity for campers as they find their quest through seek, innovate and compete program areas.
Camp Dates:
Commonpoint is a non-profit, multi-service agency with flagship sites in Little Neck, Bayside, Forest Hills, East Elmhurst, and Jamaica, with 80 additional sites throughout the community that provide a diverse array of programs and services to over 85,000 individuals. The mission is to sustain and enhance the quality of family and individual life for all members of our community, regardless of religion, ethnic or cultural background, national origin, gender identity or expression, sexual preference, age, or disability, within a pervasive and inclusive environment that facilitates individual growth, meets individual needs and builds community. We accomplish this mission through various social, educational, and recreational services that reach community members of all ages and backgrounds.
Camp Background:
Island Quest Day Camp joins the agencies of Commonpoint, Friedberg JCC, Suffolk Y JCC, & Gural JCC to present an innovative day camp located in Wheatley Heights at the Henry Kaufmann Campgrounds. Island Quest Day Camp is open to ages 4-15 and will provide a unique opportunity for campers as they find their quest through seek, innovate and compete program areas.
Camp Dates:
- 2025 Season: June 30-August 21.
- Monday to Friday: 8:00 am to 4:30/5:00 pm-And available by phone until 6:30pm.
Camp nurse (RN or LPN) will be the on-site nurse for a day camp that at its peak carries 600 campers. Applicants must be able to communicate clearly and effectively.
Camp is located in Wheatley Heights.
Hours are 9:00AM - 3:30PM, Monday - Friday, June 30th through August 22nd. Available for staff training dates on June 22nd and June 29th and some late night special events will be required as well.
Salary: $50/hr-$60/hr (with potential reimbursement opportunities for those who want to send their children to camp).
Pre-camp duties include:
- Reviewing camper and staff medicals that have been sent in.
- Organizing and ensuring all medication, epi pens, and general first aid is accounted for and properly stored.
During Camp Duties include:
- Medication dispensing and management.
- Administer non-narcotic medications to campers and volunteers, ensuring all campers get their daily medications.
- Provide first aid and healthcare to campers and staff.
- Medical record keeping.
- Cover Health Center on a rotating basis.
- Keeping Health Center organized and stocked and maintain supply lists.
- Maintain proper hygiene and utilize universal precautions at all times.
- Maintain HIPAA and camp confidentiality standards regarding camper and volunteer medical records.
- Complete written reports and documentation as necessary including incident reports.
Requirements:
- Must be able to multitask in a busy environment and adapt as needed.
- Willingness and comfort providing care to children.
- Aware of food allergies/reaction/treatment.
- Strong interpersonal skills.
- Must enjoy working with children.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively with campers, staff, directors and parents.
- Must have first aid and CPR certification.
- Valid RN or LPN license.
- Pediatric experience preferred.
Commonpoint is an equal opportunity employer/program. Auxiliary aids and services are available upon request to individuals with disabilities.
To Apply: Please submit a cover letter and résumé, as a Word or PDF document only, to Michael Donnelly at michael@islandquestdaycamp.org. Please indicate “Camp Nurse” in the subject line. Due to the high volume of applicants, only qualified candidates will be contacted.
Salary : $50 - $60
