Volunteer Camp Nurse

Overview

POSITION SUMMARY: The Volunteer Camp Nurse will play a critical role in creating a safe, fun, and health-focused camp environment for all campers and staff. This individual will provide first aid, manage medications, oversee health-related needs, and contribute to the camp's mission of fostering a vibrant, inclusive community. We’re looking for someone who is energetic, fun, and shares our passion for the YMCA’s mission to build healthy spirit, mind, and body for all.

If you’re passionate about health, safety, and making a difference, we’d love to hear from you! Join us in creating unforgettable summer memories for our campers.

Health and Safety Management:

• Administer first aid and basic medical care for campers and staff.
• Monitor health conditions and provide care to individuals with chronic or acute medical needs.
• Store, manage, and administer medications in accordance with camp policies and regulations.

Emergency Care and Preparedness:

• Respond to medical emergencies promptly and appropriately, coordinating with emergency services when necessary.
• Develop and communicate emergency health protocols for the camp community.

Health Records and Documentation:

• Maintain accurate, up-to-date health records for all participants.
• Document all medical treatments, incidents, and concerns.

Collaboration and

Education:

• Partner with camp staff to integrate health practices into daily activities.
• Promote healthy habits such as hydration, hygiene, and sun safety.

Camper and Staff Support:

• Provide guidance and reassurance to campers and staff regarding health concerns.
• Communicate with parents/guardians about any significant health-related incidents.

Engagement in Camp Life:

• Participate in camp activities to build trust and rapport with campers.
• Be an active, energetic member of the camp team, contributing to the fun and mission-driven environment.

• One week of Overnight camp for up to two dependents
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of children and staff.
• Lodging and meals provided during the camp week.
• Immersive experience in a vibrant, mission-driven community.
• Access to camp activities and facilities during downtime.

Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. At the Y, we strive to live our purpose of strengthening communities with intention and purpose every day.
We welcome all: we are open to everyone. We are a place where you can belong and become.
We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality.
We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world.
We nurture: we support you on your journey to develop your full potential.
We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger, beginning with you.

• Collaboration: Creates sustainable relationships within the Y and with other organizations in service to the community.
• Communication & Influence: Listens and expresses self effectively and in a way that engages, inspires, and builds commitment to the Y’s cause.
• Inclusion: Values all people for their unique talents and takes an active role in promoting practices that support diversity, inclusion, and global work, as well as cultural competence.
• Critical Thinking & Decision Making: Makes informed decisions based on logic, data, and sound judgment.
• Developing Self & Others: Develops self and supports others (e.g., staff, volunteers, members, program participants), both formally and informally, to achieve their highest potential.
• Emotional Maturity: Demonstrates the ability to understand and manage emotions effectively in all situations.

The YMCA of Southeastern NC does not discriminate in employment opportunities or practices on the basis of race, color, faith, gender, pregnancy, national origin, age, disability, sexual preference, gender identity, veteran status, citizenship status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies.

The Y:
We’re for youth development, healthy living, and social responsibility.

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