Summer Camp Nurse
Summer Camp Nurse
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Job Description
Recruiting Opportunity Closes: 04.15.2025
Hourly Wage: $1500.00/Week
Hours Per Week: 40
Status: Exempt / Full Time Temporary / Seasonal (JUNE 16 AUGUST 15 2025
Number of Positions: 1
Department: Camp Kuratli at Trestle Glen
Position: Summer Camp Nurse
Supervisor: Camp Director / DYCS
The Salvation Army Mission Statement:
The Salvation Army an international movement is an evangelical part of the universal Christian Church. Its message is based on the Bible. Its ministry is motivated by the love of God. Its mission is to preach the gospel of Jesus Christ and to meet human needs in His name without discrimination.
Application Instructions:
Complete the online job application upload a resume.
To apply online go to: Summer Camp Nurse
To apply in person go to 8495 SE Monterey Ave Happy Valley OR 97086. Bring a resume and complete the job application provided to you. Incomplete applications will not be accepted.
Questions contact Capt. Edgar Azueta at or call. Capt. Azueta is the sole point of contact for questions regarding this position.
Recruiting Accommodation Statement:
To obtain assistance with accommodations related to the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) concerning your application process please contactor email attention Eric Hansen or Sheila Jordan.
SCOPE OF POSITION:
Operate onsite medical station under written standing orders distribute and record staff and camper medications and serve as an onsite advisor for hospital visits.
EDUCATION AND WORK EXPERIENCE:
Qualifying certification for camp and conference facility as listed in state organizational rules as follows Must be one of the following:
o A physician licensed in Oregon.
o A registered nurse licensed in Oregon.
o A practical nurse licensed in Oregon.
o A National Athletic Trainers Association certified trainer.
o A person currently certified as completing the American Red Cross Emergency Response Course or equivalent.
o A person currently certified as completing Wilderness Advance First Aid or better from a nationally recognized provider.
o A current military medical corpsman.
Must have a valid Drivers License.
2 seasons of summer camp experience or 1 year in equivalent work required.
Must be at least 18 years of age.
KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED:
Desire to work with youth teens and young adults.
Strong professional clinical demeanor and medical problemsolving skills.
Steady and dependable in emergencies.
Possess good organizational communication and administration skills.
Ability to communicate well with others from diverse backgrounds ages and nationalities.
Ability to operate telephone.
Ability to operate desktop or laptop computer and access and produce information from a computer.
Ability to work in groups.
Ability to work with minimal supervision and be comfortable working with a high degree of independence.
Ability to make independent decisions that may involve unique or unusual situations and/or complex issues and dealing with demanding requests or timelines.
Good character integrity and adaptability
Enthusiasm sense of humor patience and selfcontrol
Detail oriented
Selfstarter
Ability to read write and communicate well in the English language.
Ability to work in a fastpaced environment and maintain poise under pressure.
Good analytical skills
Ability and willingness to keep information confidential.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
Administer health history and immunization record intake and review provided medical history during the registration of all arriving campers.
Inform in writing the food service manager of all documented food allergies/intolerances/diseases.
Inform in writing counselors of medical concerns/issues regarding campers.
Administer all medication to campers and staff daily during sessions as indicated by prescriptions.
Administer first aid and care for minor illnesses and advise if offsite treatment is needed.
Facilitate overnight care for ill or injured campers in the nurses station.
Notify parents of the incidents involving their child at camp by phone letter or sending a copy of their History at Camp form as soon as possible.
Keep accurate records: Medication Administration Record (MAR) forms daily medical log camper medical history and incident reports.
Secure Nurses Station whenever not in use: both building entrance and inner medical room doors.
Upkeep Nurses Station with the assistance of the service crew: sanitize launder bedding and dispose of medical waste.
Record all medications and incidents in the camper database software.
Keep an ongoing and accurate inventory of all health and medical supplies ordering as needed.
Stock and issue firstaid kits to assigned personnel.
General Duties:
Foster and nurture Christian faith and discipleship in visible fruitful ways to and with campers and staff.
Attend and participate in programs and spiritual activities.
Enforce respect for personal property camp equipment and facilities.
Develop and maintain positive working relationships with all staff volunteers and campers.
Enforce adherence to camp and Salvation Army policies and procedures.
Ensure and provide supervision and physical/emotional safety for campers and staff.
Participate and/or assist in all summer camp programs as required e.g. chapel staff meetings campfire campwide games nightwatch freetime electives rise and shine duty etc.
Ensure and assist in the cleanliness of cabins and outside areas.
Perform any other duties as assigned by the Camp Director.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
Ability to sit walk stand bend squat climb kneel hike and twist continuously for up to 1520 minutes or prolonged periods at a time.
Ability to grasp push and pull objects such as files and file cabinet drawers and reach overhead.
Ability to lift unload and move medical supplies and medication storage containers.
Can run up to 0.25 miles in under five minutes to get additional help if required.
Can roll a person (up to 250lbs) onto their side.
Can wear common healthcare latex and vinyl gloves.
Ability to lift to 25 lbs. on occasion up to 50 lbs.
Physical ability to respond to a variety of situations; must be able to assist campers in an emergency (fire evacuation illness or injury) and possess strength and endurance required to maintain constant supervision of campers.
WORKING CONDITIONS:
There may be phone and inperson contact with others from diverse backgrounds who may be angry hostile confused or frustrated.
May be required to work in all areas of camp including but not limited to the kitchen dish room laundry facility and grounds.
Working in a distinctively Christian environment
Possible exposure to communicable diseases
Work outdoors sometimes in inclement weather.
Work around dust odor high noise levels and bodily fluids.
MISCELLANEOUS:
The Salvation Army does have a dress code. This will be shared with you at the time of employment.
The candidate chosen for this position will be required to pass a motor vehicle record check. They must have a valid drivers license and an acceptable driving record.
The candidate chosen for this position will be required to pass a criminal history information check. Conviction of a crime will not automatically preclude employment. The circumstances involved in the conviction(s) will be considered.
The Salvation Army provides a smoke and drugfree work environment for all employees and volunteers.
Qualified individuals must be able to perform essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A qualified person with a disability may request a modification or adjustment to the job or work environment to meet the physical requirements of the position. The Salvation Army will attempt to satisfy requests as long as the accommodation needed is reasonable and no undue hardship will result.
The position has access to confidential and private information. Confidentiality and privacy must be observed. An understanding of professional boundaries is required.
Employment Type
Full-Time
