The purpose of this position is to provide health care services for participants in the recreation program site and to maintain the health and welfare of participants. The work is performed under the direction of the Recreation Manager. The nurse serves as a resource for staff by providing daily contact, support and guidance in the area of camp healthcare. Assists in the planning and implementation of the Department's Summer Camp medication and first aid procedures.
Collect, prioritize documents and evaluate participant health information while caring for participants in recreational programs and in emergency situations, according to established policy, guidelines, and protocols. Reviews pre-camp paperwork and medical forms prior to the camp season for all camp sites throughout the city. Visits additional camp sites on an as needed basis. Informs camp staff of health issues and medications for specific campers. Reviews first aid inventory pre-season and maintains medical supplies and inventory during camp season as needed.
Acts as a liaison with local health care providers, hospitals, and pharmacies. Provides consultation to staff on an as needed basis. Responsible for triaging and treating acute issues among campers and staff, as well as mitigating the spread of communicable diseases. Use the established data collection system in an organized manner.
Provide health care services for the participants to manage illness, injury and health conditions/problems whether acute, chronic, episodic, or emergent.
Serve as case manager for participants with health needs. Performs nursing procedures such as diabetes management, asthma management, tube-feeding, and medication administration on an as needed basis.
Document nursing interventions in the appropriate health records according to recreation department policies and procedures.
Act as a health resource for the recreation division.
Change and clean up any accidents or diapers with participants.
Provide consultation to recreational staff and family members regarding the health and safety of participants and relevant health problems.
Establishes and follows appropriate medical routines, including record keeping in daily medical log, disposal of medical waste, managing and safeguarding medications, and utilizing approved standing orders when applicable.
Stays up to date on current CT Department of Public Health policies and procedures, OEC and CDC guidelines. Participates in and leads specific areas of staff training pertaining to camp health and safety, first aid, and use of universal precautions for infection control.
Communicates effectively with department staff, campers, parents and guardians; represents the City in a professional and courteous manner at all times. Maintains confidentiality of records and information as appropriate. Observes safe work and play practices for both campers and staff.
Other responsibilities as determined by the Manager of Recreation.
