Northern Arizona University

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NAU aims to be the nation’s preeminent engine of opportunity, vehicle of economic mobility, and driver of social impact by delivering equitable postsecondary value in Arizona and beyond.

Special Information

• Camp Nurse will be expected to be in overnight duration of the camp from the morning of June 4, 2024 - June 8, 2024.
• Suite style accomodations will be provided with the nurse having their own room, sharing a restroom with another camp counselor. 

Job Description

The Kitt School of Music is hiring one overnight nurse for the Curry Music Camp. The NAU Curry Summer Music Camp is proud to return this year as a 5-day, musical mountain experience for choir, band, and orchestra students from Arizona and all around the Southwestern United States. Camp dates for 2024 are Tuesday June 4, 2024 - Saturday June 8, 2024. This position will live on campus during camp dates.

The Camp Nurse is responsible for collaborating with other staff to ensure the health and safety of all student participants. The Camp Nurse lives in the dorm and is responsible for reviewing students’ medical information as provided in their applications, administering prescription medications on set schedule and attending to any medical conditions of students while they are on campus. The Camp Nurse is also available to evaluate any medical needs or emergencies that arise and make recommendations for treatment.

Job Duties and Responsibilites 

Medical Support - 75%

• Administer morning, midday/afternoon and evening medications in office during established times as needed; document (chart) all medications administered.
• Attend administrative meetings, as requested. 
• Promote student and staff sensitivity to students with special needs.
• Administer requested over-the-counter medications, as needed; document (chart) all medications administered. 
• In the event of a medical emergency, work with the NAU Health & Learning Center, local providers, and appropriate staff members to coordinate rapid response and transportation, per established protocol; chart actions taken.
• Complete/process Concern/Incident/Medical Report Forms, when the need arises and ensure forms are completed according to protocol.
• As requested by program administrators, call and confer with parents of students who are experiencing medical difficulty.
• Secure the approval for any and all expenditures and submit receipts to the Fiscal Operations Assistant for any authorized charges.
• Will remain on premises and on-call overnight, for any emergencies or support needed.
• Complies with HIPAA/FERPA regulations; demonstrates confidentiality, sensitivity, and concern during all patient interactions.
• Assures the protection of self, patients, and co-workers from undue exposure to infectious diseases, contaminated waste and hazardous materials.

Medical Preparation - 25%

• Review all student applications for medical information, cross-referencing to excel spreadsheet of all students’ insurance information, medical needs, prescription dosages and times, over-the-counter medicine approvals, allergies and ‘special instructions,’ making additions/corrections to spreadsheet as needed.
• Review, and update as needed, the Concern/Incident/Medical Report Form.
• Prepare a Log/Chart for tracking/documenting all prescription and medications administered to students during the Program.
• Inventory supplies on hand; prepare list of needed OTC meds and first aid supplies; provide list to staff so purchases can be made.
• Work with Staff to finalize procedures and policies for administration of medicines and medical attention, including how medications will be administered off-site, at night, etc., based on students’ medical needs.
• Establish a system for staff to log in name of medication, time administered and dosage they administer
• Assist Staff to review and update protocol for handling medical emergencies.
• Prepare/stock first-aid kits for the residence halls, classrooms, and field trips, if needed
• Prepare staff orientation presentation and materials.
• Collect medications from coordinators / chaperones upon arrival to the Mountain Campus; ensure they are properly labeled and secured.

Other duties as assigned - 5%

Minimum Qualifications

• Graduated from an accredited school of nursing.
• 1-2 years of nursing experience.
• Registered Nursing license from the Arizona State Board of Nursing.
• Current BLS certification.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

Knowledge

• Knowledge of current physical health, mental health, alcohol and drug use, and social issues on university campuses.
• Knowledge of Health, Safety, and Emergency Preparedness policies and procedures
• Knowledge of documentation of care.
• Knowledge of documenting services provided in an electronic medical record system.
• Knowledge of quality improvement related to the delivery of nursing services.
• Knowledge of patient rights, patient consent, confidentiality and Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA).

Skills

• Customer service skills.
• Effective Interviewing skills.
• Active listening skills
• Recognizes symptoms and diagnostic test results that deviate from normal.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint).

Abilities

• Ability to handle emergent and/or potentially critical situations with accuracy, speed and diplomacy.
• Establishes and maintains effective working relationships.
• Communicates effectively.
• Possesses strong problem solving, organizational, and analytical capabilities.
• Promotes a diverse, inclusive environment.

Background Information

This position has been identified as a safety/security sensitive position. Therefore, per AZ Revised Statute, Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, employment history investigation, degree verification (in some cases) and fingerprinting. If you are applying for a job that requires a CDL, you will be required to register with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse and adhere to the clearinghouse requirements. Additionally, as an employer in the state of Arizona, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees' right to work in the United States. Finally, each year Northern Arizona University releases an Annual Security Report. The report is a result of a federal law known as the Clery Act. The report includes Clery reportable crime statistics for the three most recent completed calendar years and discloses procedures, practices and programs NAU uses to keep students and employees safe including how to report crimes or other emergencies occurring on campus. In addition, the Fire Safety Report is combined with the Annual Security Report for the NAU Flagstaff Mountain Campus as this campus has on-campus student housing. This report discloses fire safety policies and procedures related to on-campus student housing and statistics for fires that occurred in those facilities. If you would like a free paper copy of the report, please contact the NAUPD Records Department at (928) 523-8884 or by visiting the department at 525 E. Pine Knoll Drive in Flagstaff.

Salary

Stipend for this position is $1,850.00

FLSA Status

This position is exempt from the overtime provisions of the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA) and therefore will not earn overtime or compensatory time for additional time worked.

Benefits

This is a part-time, non-benefit eligible position.

Immigration Suppt/Sponsorship

NAU will not provide any U.S. immigration support or sponsorship for this position.

Application Deadline

May 6, 2024 at 11:59 p.m.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply" button on this page. You must submit your application by clicking on the "Submit" button by midnight of the application deadline. If you need assistance completing your application there are instructions available on the Human Resources website or in person in the Human Resources Department located in Building 91 on the NAU Campus - on the corner of Beaver and DuPont Streets. 

If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please contact the Disability Resources Office at 928-523-8773, DR@nau.edu, or PO Box 5633, Flagstaff AZ 86011.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Northern Arizona University is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. NAU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.

Know Your Rights Poster

NAU is an Employer of National Service. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service alumni are encouraged to apply.

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