On Call Nurse

Do you love music, nature, food and people of all ages? The Ashokan Center, a 501c (3) not-for-profit, would love to meet you. We are looking for a bright, energetic, customer service/detail oriented and flexible individual to fill the position of On Call Nurse.

This is an on-call position with the possibility of working evenings and staying overnight when residential schools visit the Ashokan Center. You will oversee the health and safety of all students (primarily grades 4-6) participating in the Residential Outdoor Education Program when scheduled. When doing overnight shifts, a private lodging room with a bathroom is provided. Our schedule generally runs Monday – Friday and with the academic calendar, so late August – late June. This is a unique opportunity to work at an exciting and innovative community-based organization that celebrates nature, history, music & art.

You must have a valid drivers’ license, reliable transportation. References are required.

Your responsibilities will include but will not be limited to:

• Obtaining, and organizing appropriate medical forms for all students
• Communicating with school nurses and teachers to identify students with food allergies, prescriptions, medical conditions, behavioral needs. 
• Dispensing medications as per MD orders
• Provide overnight nursing coverage as needed
• Complete student medical sheets for staff to reference.
• Attend meetings at the beginning of school trips to inform/review pertinent medical needs of students.
• Supply and maintain infirmary and ensuring it is in a clean and operable condition
• Assessing injured or sick students while at Ashokan, providing appropriate care, and deciding if they are suitable to continue the program, receive additional care and/or if they must be sent home. 
• Able to identify emergency situations and act appropriately with Ashokan’s Emergency Action Plan
• Maintain medical treatment logs and medication administration records
• Maintain AED devices and keep maintenance logs up-to-date
• Consult with staff directors regarding any unusual medical occurrences or situations during the program

Qualifications

• Able to communicate effectively with students, teachers, and parents/guardians
• Friendly, happy, with a good sense of humor
• Must have nursing experience, RN preferred 
• BLS and First Aid Certified 
• Pediatric experience 
• Excellent interpersonal and organizational skills

The Ashokan Center is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.