Health Supervisor/Registered Nurse Job at Smith College
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Job Description
Primary Function:
Responsible to administer a complete health and safety program for Smith College precollege program students and staff consistent with the Massachusetts Department of Health, Smith College and the COVID-19 Response Team, the CDC, and Health Care Plan approved by local medical practice.
This is a six-week, full-time position (35-40 hours per week). The primary employment period is June 26– August 5, 2023, with 35-40 hours per week. Hourly rate starts at $39-54 per hour and is commensurate to experience. Compensation can include room and board if desired.
There is additional, part-time, year-round work, including, but not limited to, increased part-time hours in May and June for health care plan review, and health record review and correspondence, time and dates during May - June to be negotiated, with 15-20 hours per week.
Essential Job Functions:
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Ensure the health and safety of precollege students and staff following established camp policies and procedures and in accordance with MA Board of Health regulations, Smith College and the COVID-19 Response Team, and the CDC. Create and maintain both an emotionally and physically safe health service environment for students and staff.
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Manage three Health Assistants
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Manage the oversight of the precollege health center, including inventory, medical logs, training, family and student correspondence and other processes.
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Perform a health review on all students and staff.
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Review and maintain Health Forms and other health-related documents through CampDocs for students and staff. Log or review all treatments daily. Uphold patient confidentiality and HIPAA requirements.
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Perform first aid and nursing care, and dispense medications under the guidance of the signed Standing Orders or original prescription mandate.
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Pass on pertinent student-health information to the appropriate staff prior to student arrival and as needed throughout the program.
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Ensure that all prescriptions and medicines are properly labeled and locked in the medicine cabinet or refrigerator.
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Maintain first aid kits and logs for on-campus, field trips, and any other location that is deemed necessary and appropriate, with weekly upkeep and replenishment.
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Make daily health inspections of all living spaces.
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Complete all needed reports and maintain files, submitting reports to the Director of Summer Programs throughout the summer and at the close of the program.
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Adhere to practices in completing incident reports as per the standards of Massachusetts Department of Health regulations.
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Establish and maintain contact with the physician on call and the local hospital.
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Facilitate emergency medical issues with initial medical assessment and triage.
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Provide a list of medical supplies that are necessary to stock the health center. Update the list and maintain accurate inventories of supplies and equipment. Submit a closing inventory at the end of the program.
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Set a good example for students and staff. Be a positive role model in terms of responsibility, sportsmanship, punctuality, respecting the environment, cleanliness, and manners.
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Participate in staff meetings and trainings, where applicable.
Minimum Qualifications: Certified Licensed Practical Nurse with Medication Administration Certification. Registered Nurse certification preferred. Licensed in the state of Massachusetts and current CPR certification.
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Working knowledge and experience in medication dispersal, OSHA Blood Borne Pathogens standards and other standard health practices. -
Experience and certification with medication delegation
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Experience keeping accurate records of treatment and establishing and implementing treatment procedures.
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Demonstrated ability to recognize and deal with potential health and safety hazards in a residential environment.
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Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
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Ability to provide staff and students with instruction and training regarding medications, treatment and protocols.
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Knowledge of Massachusetts Department of Health regulations is preferred.
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Strong composure and interpersonal skills to manage people and medical needs in emergencies.
Please attach/upload a current resume and cover letter in order for your application to be considered for this position.
Position Type:
Fixed Term
About Smith College
Located in Northampton, MA, Smith College is one of the largest women’s colleges in the country and is dedicated to excellence in teaching and research across the liberal arts. A faculty of outstanding scholars interact with students in small classes, as advisors, and through student-faculty research projects. The College is a member of the Five College Consortium with Amherst, Hampshire and Mt. Holyoke Colleges, and the University of Massachusetts Amherst. Students cross-enroll and faculty cross-teach across the Five Colleges.
Smith College is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, gender, age, color, religion, national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression or veteran status in the recruitment and employment of faculty and staff, and the operation of any of its programs and activities, as specified by all applicable laws and regulations. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply.
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