Nursing Director - Mission, Canada - Zajac Ranch for Children

Zajac Ranch for Children

Verified Company

Mission, Canada

3 weeks ago

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Sophia Lee

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Description

Director of Nursing

Zajac Ranch for Children is situated on over 40 acres of pristine forested land near Mission, BC. During the summer months, Zajac Ranch provides camps for children and young adults with chronic, life-threatening and/or debilitating conditions. In the off-season, the Ranch welcomes school groups and private rentals. Revenue raised from site rentals goes to supporting Zajac Ranch for Children medical summer camps.

As part of the leadership team, the Director of Nursing plays a pivotal role in ensuring the health and wellness needs of the campers, staff and volunteers are met to achieve a successful and safe camp experience.

This is a permanent part-time position with mínimal hours starting in the winter months and increasing hours leading up to and during the summer medical camp season.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Oversee the medical services of the camp and operation of 24hour Medical Centre.
Oversee medical equipment, medications, supplies, and inventory of each.
Recruit, interview, select, orient, and evaluate volunteer medical staff.
Schedule 24 hour medical/nursing coverage during camp programs.
Provide medical orientation during staff and volunteer training and orientation.
In conjunction with the Kitchen Manager, plan appropriate nutritional menus which address the needs of each medical group and plan for any individual specific requirements i.e. allergies or special needs.
Lead onsite medical procedures upon camper arrival and camper departure. At the close of each camp, review any medical and/or health incidents.
Assure medications and procedures are administered properly and appropriate records are maintained i.e. log book, health department report, incident reports.
Prepare and distribute medical equipment and supplies to program areas and cabins (i.e. First aid kits).

REQUIREMENTS:

BSN required
Registered Nursing License
Valid CPR certification; adult and child (ARC or AHA); PALS preferred
Pediatric Hematology/Oncology nursing experience preferred
Pediatric clinical experience required at least 3 years preferred
Proficiency in procedures involving intravenous access and infusion
Ability to commute to the Ranch when necessary i.e. camp arrival and departure
Day shift
On call

BENEFITS:

Salary: $40 $59 based on experience level.
Signing bonus option.
Hybrid position: This is primarily a remote position with attendance required onsite at the Ranch during checkin and checkout.
Deluxe accommodation in the new nurses' residence for overnight stays.

Salary:
$40.00-$59.00 per hour

Benefits: