Camp Nurse Manager, CANM, Camp

Our mission at the Ronald McDonald House Charities® of Southern California (herein referred to as RMHCSC or the Chapter) is to provide comfort, care and support to children and families in Southern California. To achieve our vision of creating a community where children and their families embrace life and healing with a sense of hope, enthusiasm, and joy. RMHCSC operates seven Ronald McDonald Houses, and three Ronald McDonald Family Rooms, along with Camp Ronald McDonald for Good Times.

Camp Ronald McDonald for Good Times was founded in 1982 to create a positive, long-lasting impact on children with cancer and their families by providing cost-free, medically supported year-round camp programs.

Position Summary: The Camp Nurse Manager is responsible for supporting the Program Team in preparation for summer camp execution. Responsibilities include recruitment, orientation, education, and support of volunteer Med Shed staff, and the training of volunteer counselors during summer Staff Development and Training (SDT) in Med Shed procedures. Additionally, responsibilities include the development and documentation of Ultra Camp procedures and guidelines for Med Shed use before and during Camp sessions.

Location:
Camp Ronald McDonald for Good Times
APPLE CANYON CENTER
56400 Apple Canyon Road
Mountain Center, CA 92561

Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities
The position shall include but is not limited to the following:

Med Shed Staffing

• Recruitment of volunteer nurses through networking with hospitals, current Camp medical volunteers, and various organizations to meet the healthcare needs of camp sessions.
• Develop a formalized plan for onboarding and training volunteer nursing staff to the Med Shed / Camp team.
• Lead the screening, interviewing, and orientation of new Med Shed volunteer nursing staff.
• Document in-kind volunteer hours of Med Staff team for RMHCSC reporting.

Camp Session and Program Support

• Coordinates and participates in reviewing (including calling parents/caregivers) medical/pharmaceutical needs for campers before each youth session.
• Coordinates/ executes system for MAR and needs lists for registration and medication administration for Med Shed Staff.
• Responsible for onsite nursing staffing during all sessions; minimum attendance at all summer sessions of at least the first three days of a session (SDT and camper arrival day).
• Lead Med Shed orientation and counselor medication check-in during SDT of each summer session.
• Meet with Camp session Med Shed teams or session charge nurse before each session to download notes re: individual camper needs after each session to debrief the session.

Med Shed Policies and Procedures

• Organize and maintain Med Shed day to day-to-day operational guidelines and procedures
• Maintain inventory and order all necessary medical supplies and equipment.
• Oversee First Aid procedures and supplies.
• Develop and document Ultra Camp procedures and training for the Med Shed staff (ex., How to enter medications dispensed, track treatments, etc.).

Other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

To successfully perform this job, an individual must be able to meet each essential duty satisfactorily. The qualifications listed below represent the necessary knowledge, skills, and abilities. A reasonable accommodation can be provided to help individuals with disabilities to carry out these essential functions.

Education, Work Experience, Knowledge, and Qualifications

• RN license – California required
• Minimum of a BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing) required
• Minimum 3 years of pediatric nursing experience (inpatient and/or outpatient); experience in hematology-oncology or emergency departments preferred
• Experience in developing policies, procedures, or educational courses preferred
• Prior experience in a residential camping program (as general or medical/nursing staff) preferred
• Strong communication, presentation, and organizational skills
• Ability to multi-task in a fast-paced environment and manage competing priorities
• Excellent attention to detail and time management
• Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines
• Flexible availability including weekdays, occasional weekends, holidays, and nights

Reasoning Ability
Strong problem-solving abilities, with a focus on overcoming challenges. Ability to deal with a variety of concrete variables in situations where the person must rely on their judgment, adaptability, and resourcefulness to find effective solutions.

Language Skills
The ideal candidate will have the ability to interpret a variety of instructions in English, whether provided in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form. They should demonstrate proficiency in interpreting bills and work proposals, writing reports, business correspondence, and procedure manuals, or governmental regulations, as well as strong skills in presenting information and responding to questions from diverse audiences. Clear communication of facts and recommendations in both oral and written formats is essential. Candidates with multilingual skills are strongly encouraged to apply.

Mathematical and Computer Skills
Ability to calculate figures and amounts, including basic math and percentages. Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite and Excel. Proficiency in database software is a plus.

Supervisory Responsibilities: Volunteer Med Shed Staff

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations: A valid California Driver’s License and a clean driving record are required for operating company vehicles, if needed for transporting staff or campers. Basic First Aid/CPR/AED certifications. PALS, BLS, ACLS, CPHON/CPON Certifications Desired. Must be willing to participate in the required safety training.

The physical demands and work environment outlined below represent what an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. A reasonable accommodation can be provided to assist individuals with disabilities in fulfilling these essential functions.

Physical Demands
This role is physically demanding and requires stamina for extended periods of focus, high levels of engagement, and the ability to manage multiple priorities effectively.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to stand; walk distances on uneven ground in rustic exposed outdoor environment; use hands to finger, handle, pull or feel; reach with hands and arms; climb or balance; stoop, kneel; talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand. The employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 25 pounds.

For items exceeding 25 pounds, team lifting techniques should be used, and assistance from a team member is required. Push/pull carts should be utilized when necessary to ensure safety, and employees must not attempt to lift, push, pull, or carry objects that are too heavy.

Work Environment
While performing the duties of this job, you must be willing to work independently, outdoors in varying temperatures, irregular hours/shifts, weekends, and holidays, as needed. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

At-Will Employment
You will be considered an "at-will" employee, meaning that either you or RMHCSC may terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without cause or notice, except as otherwise required by any applicable notice provisions or RMHCSC’s written policies.

Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
This position and title may be amended, modified, or adjusted according to the needs of the business.

Equal Opportunity Employer

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