Nurse Position Needed at Camp Kesem at the University of Georgia
April 15, 2022
"Camp Kesem is a national 501(c)(3) non-profit organization run by passionate college student leaders. Our mission is to support children through and beyond their parent's cancer with free, fun-filled creative programs and a lasting community. Kesem offers year-round programming with two week-long sessions of camp in the summer. This is possible as a result of our organization raising funds throughout the year. With our services, we are able to provide the children of our families an experience where they can rediscover the joy of childhood while being surrounded by an understanding and supportive community. We strive to fight for the fact that hope is greater than cancer and love really does win.
Our camps this summer will be located in northern Georgia at the Athens Y Camps near Tallulah Falls.
Camp dates:
Session 1: May 22 - 28
Session 2: July 3 - 9
Camp Nurses
Nurses should be passionate about ensuring the well-being and general safety of children and staff members. The nurse works as part of the Health & Wellness Team (mental health professional, another nurse, and one Camp Advisor).
REQUIREMENTS:
- Must be a Nurse Practitioner, RN or LPN/LVN (LVN qualification varies by state) and must hold a license (or temporary license) to practice in the state in which camp is held
- Must complete required training
- Must pass a background check
- Must be available for the entirety of camp and remain on camp grounds the length of the session
RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Manages and distributes all camper medication, and documents all medications given.
- Is in charge of all medical events.
- Responsible for all medical needs of campers and staff.
Nurses who attend camp have a choice to receive a stipend for their time. We also offer to reimburse your travel expenses if need be.
Instructions on how to apply to be a nurse:
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1BnvnXH3PIHEiBSXZ0LWpIVhhVgxEuZlHKstRqUG1ik8/edit?usp=sharing
Contact
Lucy Pease and Jordan McGuire
Chapter Directors UGA
Phone: 931- 516-9656. Nurses can also contact at uga@kesem.org if they wish not to call.