4-H Camp Medical Staff @ Louisiana State University (LSU)

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Job Posting Title:

4-H Camp Medical Staff

Position Type:

Wages as Earned (Fixed Term)

Department:

LSUAG PL4 - Grant Walker Education Center (Christine Noel Bergeron (00007421))

Work Location:

0101 Camp Grant Walker Office

Pay Grade:

Job Description:

Work Location: Grant Walker 4-H Educational Center – Pollock, LA.

Position Description: The Grant Walker 4-H Educational Center seeks camp medical staff to manage the Infirmary and provide basic care during 4-H Summer Camp. Grant Walker 4-H Educational Center serves as a 4-H summer camp for 4th – 6th-grade youth. Our facility can camp between 300-350 youth during any given week.

Expectations: 4-H Camp Medical Staff will provide basic medical care, adhere to medical guidelines, and protocol, and provide basic diagnosis of injuries/medical problems. The 4-H Camp Medical Staff reports directly to the Camp Director.

Qualification Requirements:

Licensed as a registered nurse or licensed practical nurse.
Three years prior professional nursing experience preferred, preferably with youth.
Must complete the employee background screening process and be approved by the LSU AgCenter Human Resource Management Unit.
Experience with children and young adults.
Maintain current CPR and First Aid certification.
Desire to work in a camp community.

Specific Responsibilities:

Ensure each camper has a health form on file. Review camper forms before camp weeks as needed.
Dispense medications as prescribed by a Physician.
Prepare accident/incident reports for all accidents/incidents.
Follow appropriate medical procedures, including record-keeping in the daily medical log and utilizing approved Physician standing orders.
Conduct onsite training for staff as needed.
Meet with Camp Director daily to review any camper issues and specific areas of need that may arise.
Assess campers and ill or injured staff and determine if further medical attention is needed.
Assist in stabilizing campers and staff requiring transportation to the hospital.
Documentation of all injuries and care rendered.
Monitor/evaluate camp procedures, facilities, and conditions and suggest modifications that would create more healthful conditions at the camp.
Other duties assigned by the Camp Director.

Additional Responsibilities:

Maintain inventory of First Aid supplies.
Keep the Infirmary clean and organized.
Ability to communicate and work with campers, staff, and 4-H agents of various skills and instruction regarding medical care.

Required Skills, Knowledge, and Abilities:

Flexible – able to adapt to different environments and schedules.
Responsible and hardworking.
Excellent bedside manner, friendly and personable.
Strong assessment abilities.
Prior experience with children.
Team player.

Working Conditions:

Primary working area will be the Infirmary.
4-H Camp Medical Staff will have private quarters in the dormitory across the hall from the Infirmary. Meals and snacks are also included.

Hours and Salary: The Infirmary is open Monday 11 a.m. – Thursday 11 a.m. each week. Day/Night shifts and shift rotations are available. Salary will be commensurate with experience. Required training days will be scheduled before camp begins and determined upon hire.

Date Available: Camp session is May 20-July 25, 2024. LOST Camp takes place July 29-August 1, 2024. Required training period is May 9-17, 2024. Camp will not be in session the week of June 17–21, 2024.

Application Deadline: February 9, 2024, or until a suitable candidate is identified.

Application Procedure: Must apply online at https://lsu.wd1.myworkdayjobs.com/LSU. MUST submit a cover letter, resume, two letters of recommendation, and official transcripts for the application to be complete.

The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. An Equal Opportunity Employer.

Additional Job Description:

Competencies:

None

Special Instructions:

Posting Date:

December 20, 2023

Closing Date (Open Until Filled if No Date Specified):

Additional Position Information:

Background Check - An offer of employment is contingent on a satisfactory pre-employment background check.

Benefits - The LSU AgCenter has an attractive benefits package with a wide variety of benefit options. Benefits offered include retirement, multiple medical insurance options, supplemental insurances (dental, life, long-term disability, accident, vision, long-term care, etc.), Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some childcare and medical expenses), university holidays (14 per year), generous annual (vacation) and sick leave benefits, Employee Assistance Program, and possible educational leave and tuition exemption for coursework at campuses of the LSU System. Specific benefits depend on job category, percent effort and length of employment.

Remote Work - Positions approved to work remotely outside the State of Louisiana shall be employed through Louisiana State University’s partner, nextSource Workforce Solutions, for Employer of Record Services including but not limited to employment, benefits, payroll, and tax compliance. Positions employed through Employer of Record Services will be offered benefits and retirement as applicable through their provider and will not be eligible for State of Louisiana benefits and retirement.

Essential Position (Y/N):

About the LSU Agricultural Center:

The LSU AgCenter, is one of eight campuses within the broader LSU enterprise (LSU System). The LSU AgCenter includes the Louisiana Agricultural Experiment Station, which conducts agricultural-based research, and the Louisiana Cooperative Extension Service, which extends the knowledge derived from research to the people of the state. The AgCenter is headquartered in Baton Rouge and has 12 “on campus” academic departments and five regions which are made up of 15 branch research stations and an extension office in each parish. For more information, visit the AgCenter’s website at www.lsuagcenter.com.

The LSU Agricultural Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer and SAME Agency:

The LSU Agricultural Center is a statewide campus of the LSU System and provides equal opportunities in programs and employment. The AgCenter is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer and is committed to fostering an environment of inclusion, respect, and appreciation of differences in individuals. To learn more, visit The AgCenter’s Diversity, Inclusion and Opportunity site.

The AgCenter is also designated as a State As a Model Employer (SAME) agency and provides assistance to persons needing accommodations or with the accessibility of materials.

HCM Contact Information:

Questions or concerns can be directed to the LSU AgCenter Human Resources Management Office at 225-578-2258 or emailed [email protected].