What are the responsibilities and job description for the Camp Health Officer - Volunteer position at Summer Games Camp Inc?
Overview
Great way to gain experience in the field for medical school application. Summer Games is a weeklong camp taking pace in Reed City, Michigan. We are seeking a dedicated and compassionate Camp Nurse to join our team.
Requirements
- At least 21 years of age.
- Be onsite during the entirety of camp: July 12 - 17
- Complete all needed camp training prior to arrival of campers.
Education and Training
Hold a valid license or certification in one of the following:
- Physician or Physician Assistant
- Nurse Practitioner, Registered Nurse, or Practical Nurse
- Emergency Medical Technician
- First aid certification in Responding to Emergencies, or equivalent
Hold a valid certification in CPR for the Professional Rescuer, or equivalent.
Duties
- Monitor, evaluate, and care for the health and well-being of campers and staff.
- Work with a diverse staff in a collaborative manner and willingly share leadership with all ages.
- Agree and follow the staff code of conduct, all staff policies, and camp health service policy.
- Review camper health forms and screen campers on arrival and depart and inform staff as needed.
- Maintain health center inventory and keep first aid kits fully stocked.
- Provide first aid kits and have counselors report any treatment to you for inclusion in log.
- Secure, document, and dispense medications for campers and staff.
- Treat and document injuries, camper illness, or other medical problems, arrange emergency transportation, and keep the camp director and parents informed.
- Check the living quarters for health, safety, and cleanliness.
- Attend pre-camp and ongoing staff meetings and training.
- Share faith willingly, factually, and honestly without force or unnecessary emotion.
- Joyfully participate in all camp functions.
- Report any suspicion of child abuse to the Camp Director and discuss it with no on else.
- Notify Camp Licensing when appropriate using the incident report form (BCAL-4605).
- Assist with other job duties outside of the normal scope of their job description to ensure that programs run smoothly and safely or is deemed necessary by the Camp Director.
Job Type: Temporary
Application Question(s):
- Will you be available to attend camp training in Reed City, Michigan on Sunday, May 18th?
- Will you be available to attend camp training in Reed City, Michigan on Friday, July 11th?
- Are you at least 21 years of age?
- Do you hold a license/certification in one of the following: Nurse Practitioner, Registered Nurse, or Practical Nurse; Physician or Physician Assistant; EMT; or first aid, or equivalent?
License/Certification:
- CPR for the Professional Rescuer (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Reed City, MI 49677 (Required)
Work Location: In person
