Camp Hope Camp Nurses

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Desired Qualifications:

1. Licensed in Kansas either as a Registered Nurse or a Licensed Practical Nurse.
2. Current CPR certification.
3. Experience with children and young adults is desirable.
4. Ability to originate, update, and monitor health care; maintain records; and implement the health care plan.

Reports To:

Head Nurse

General Responsibilities:

Maintain the individual health care regimens as previously prescribed by camper’s personal physician.

Specific Responsibilities:

1. Be aware of any known medical problems the campers might have and be prepared to deal with medical problems.
2. Know his/her limitations and be ready to request help, in any form, when necessary.
3. At least one member of the medical staff must accompany all group activities at all times and be equipped with a first-aid backpack and walkie-talkie.
4. Will not be responsible for giving chemotherapy but may be asked to give other medications as directed by the Medical Director.
5. Participate in all activities.
6. Notify house parents and activities volunteers of any medical problems, as information is available.
7. Follow Camp Hope medical protocols.

For more information on volunteering at Camp Hope, please contact Stephanie Weiter at 1-800-359-1025 or click here to email her.