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8 people are interested
Nurse: RNs and LPNs (Volunteer)
ORGANIZATION: Camp Korey
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8 people are interested
Volunteer Nurses are needed to help kids at Camp Korey have the time of their lives! Camp Korey is a nonprofit camp that serves kids with life-altering medical conditions, and we are looking for volunteer week-long nurses to help us give our campers the camp experience of a lifetime!
Valid WA State RN or LPN License and BLS or PALS Certification Required
Volunteer Nurses oversee the medical needs of 6-10 campers per summer session. Nurses will prepare and administer medications, provide routine procedures for campers, triage campers upon arrival to the medical building and provide daily first aid care as needed.
As a Volunteer Nurse, housing and food will be provided for the whole week! We are looking for around 4 volunteer nurses for each week. Summer Week Schedule here (looking for volunteers who can commit to a full session, but may be able to be flexible on a case-by-case basis):
Session 1- June 20-25: Craniofacial, Burn Survivors & Dermatologic Conditions
Session 2- June 28-July 2: General, Neurology, Orthopedic & Neuromuscular
Session 3- July 5-9: Siblings
Session 4- July 11-16: Differences in Sex Development, Endocrinology, Metabolic & Genetic Conditions
Session 5- July 18-23: Reconstructive Pelvic Medicine, Gastrointestinal & Genitourinary Conditions
Session 6- July 25-30: General, Oncology, Hematology & Sickle Cell Disease
Session 7- August 1-6: Skeletal Dysplasia
Session 8- August 8-13: Solid Organ Transplant, Cardiology & Rheumatology
For more information about volunteer opportunities, please visit our website at campkorey.org/volunteer.
Questions? Shannon Staples, MD - Medical Director at sstaples@campkorey.org OR Paige Mackintosh, Volunteer Coordinator at pmackintosh@campkorey.org
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About Camp Korey
Location:
24880 Brotherhood Road, Mount Vernon, WA 98274, US
Mission Statement
Camp Korey's mission is to honor the courage, strength and determination of children and their families living with life-altering medical conditions by providing them with a transformational experience in a fun, safe camp environment with specialized medical support.
Description
Camp Korey offers children and families an escape from the endless medical treatments that have overshadowed childhood. Campers grow stronger, braver, and build leadership skills that they take into their everyday lives. Our campers have reported an increase in self-esteem, confidence and resilience, along with a network of friends and support to help them through the tough times. We work with a dedicated team of medical professionals and program facilitators to create a medically safe camp adventure. Camp is always free to campers and their families, thanks to our volunteers, donors and supporters.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
24880 Brotherhood RoadMount Vernon, WA 98274
DATE POSTED
January 7, 2020
SKILLS
- Patient Care
- Healthcare
- Nursing
- Pediatrics
- Children Medical Services
- First Aid / CPR
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 19
- Orientation or Training
- Saturday afternoon- Thursday morning/mid-day
- Valid WA State RN or LPN License and PALS or BLS Certification, references, interview, up-to-date medical history/immunizations