The essential purpose of Young Life is to present the Gospel of Jesus Christ to young people. This is largely accomplished at Young Life camps through activities that illustrate certain aspects of Christ's life and teachings. Each activity conducted by Young Life staff in the camp environment is intended to convey a specific message about Christ to young people, in a manner that is coordinated with other activities, leading to a continual spiritual experience during the week.

 

The duties of the EMT/Registered Nurse are an integral part of the spiritual program of the camp. The intern must be able to convey a sense of Christ-like hospitality and concern as he/she relates to campers, guests and staff. All staff members are expected to model Christian principles and the standards of Young Life at work and outside of work; staff members must represent Young Life positively and professionally within the local community.

 

1.  Coordinate and provide medical services necessary on the property. The EMT/Registered Nurse coordinates with the camp physician or nurse to provide emergency first aid care, triage and stabilization, and infirmary care for campers, leaders, and staff during summer assignments, as assigned by the property.
    a.   Work within the procedures established in the infirmary  
    guidelines and Young Life’s Medical Services Program.
    b.   Provide or assist the provision of medical care for
    emergency/urgent and routine needs.
    c. Assist the camp physician, camp nurse for that particular  
    week or session by making sure that they are:
        1. Oriented to the infirmary.
        2. Oriented to the procedures that they are responsible for in
        the medical plan.
        3. Insures the paper work is provided.
        4. Providing assistance in the infirmary or in an emergency
    d. Maintain a camp infirmary both with supplies and also in a 
    clean and sanitary manner.
    e. Complete and file all paperwork required for anyone treated
    on the property – including the infirmary log, accident reports,  
    insurance papers, and other incident reports which may be
    necessary to completely document any medical situations that
    have occurred on the property.
    f. Participate in medical and emergency drills such as water  
    rescues and resuscitation, etc.
    g. Maintain a follow-up system documenting all the cases that
    were treated outside the camp facility or treated on the camp
    facility beyond basic first aid. Provide follow-up on
    recommendations for further treatment with the patient’s leader
    and the property manager.
    h. Immediately inform the property manager of any medical
    treatment being given off the property.
    i. Prior to the beginning of summer camping, contact local EMS 
    services and introduce yourself and familiarize yourself with
    their procedures, response time, etc.
3. Must have full knowledge of all equipment and supplies used for the effective operation of all health and safety services.
    a. Inspect equipment and supplies daily or at prescribed 
    intervals for safety/healthful standards.  Immediately remove
    any supply or piece of equipment which may in any way present
    a safety or health hazard.
4. Must be on call at night in case of emergency, typically five nights a week.
5.  Be able to rise to the unexpected needs of campers, staff, and guests that are not related to the EMT duty.
6.  Attend all intern devotions.

 

Qualifications
1. Must display a mature and growing relationship with Jesus Christ.
2. Acceptance of and compliance with Young life's statements of faith and mission purpose statement, and             Young Life's policies and principles.
3. At least two years of college or similar experience.
4. Current licensed EMT (minimum). In some cases, being a PA, NP or RN may be acceptable.
5. Must be self-motivated, able to work with minimal supervision and posses a willingness to learn and accept direction from Property Staff and Assigned Team.