Gear-Up Health Coordinator (part time)

Location: Gear-Up

Regular/Temporary: Temporary

Job ID: 608310

Full/Part Time: Part-Time

Workplace Culture

NAU aims to be the nation's preeminent engine of opportunity, vehicle of economic mobility, and driver of social impact by delivering equitable postsecondary value in Arizona and beyond.

https://nau.edu/president/strategic-plan/

Special Information

This position is for a one week Summer camp June 7th - June 12th, on the NAU Flagstaff Mountain campus.

• Program Dates:

• June 7- 8 , 2025 (Staff Trainings)
• June 9 - 12, 2025 (Student Days)

• Work Schedule:

• June 7, 2025 (Staff Orientation)
• June 8, 2025 (Staff Training)
• June 9-12, 2025 (Student Program)

*May be needed after 10pm for staff meetings.

• This position is subject to the availability of funding. The incumbent is not eligible for Service Professional non-renewal notice, or Classified Staff layoff or recall status.

Job Description

The purpose of this position is to support the GEAR UP Lumberjack Leadership Summit and assist high school students in day-to-day activity participation and resident's hall needs. The position is through the GEAR-Up department and is supportive of a one-week summer program.

Medical Support - 75%

• Administer morning, midday/afternoon and evening medications in office during established times; document (chart) all medications administered.
• Attend administrative meetings, as requested.
• Promote student and staff sensitivity to students with special needs.
• Administer requested over-the-counter medications, as needed; document (chart) all medications administered.
• In the event of a medical emergency, work with the NAU Health & Learning Center, local providers, and appropriate staff members to coordinate rapid response and transportation, per established protocol; chart actions taken. (Note: In the event of an injury or emergency, trips to the doctor/hospital during the day (8:00am-6:00pm) are supervised by the Health Coordinator. Nighttime trips to the doctor (6:00pm-8:00am) are supervised by GEAR UP Site Support Specialists.)
• Complete/process Concern/Incident/Medical Report Forms, when the need arises.
• As requested by program administrators, call and confer with parents of students who are experiencing medical difficulty.
• Secure the Director's approval for any and all expenditures and submit receipts to the Fiscal Operations Assistant for any authorized charges.
• Help to ensure that Concern/Incident/Medical Report Forms are completed according to protocol.
• Be available and on-call overnight.

Medical Preparation - 20%

• Review all student applications for medical information, cross-referencing to excel spreadsheet of all students' insurance information, medical needs, prescription dosages and times, over-the-counter medicine approvals, allergies and ‘special instructions,' making additions/corrections to spreadsheet as needed.
• Review, and update as needed, the Concern/Incident/Medical Report Form.
• Prepare a Log/Chart for tracking/documenting all prescription and p.r.n. medications administered to students during the Program.
• Inventory supplies on hand; prepare list of needed OTC meds and first aid supplies; provide list to GEAR UP staff so purchases can be made.
• Work with the Manager to finalize procedures and policies for administration of medicines and medical attention, including how medications will be administered off-site, at night, etc., based on students' medical needs.
• Establish a system for staff to log in name of medication, time administered and dosage they administer (Lumberjack Leadership senior administration staff may administer over-the-counter meds if the parents have granted permission in writing and the HC is unavailable).
• In conjunction with the Lumberjack Leadership Manager, develop an effective system for monitoring the precise whereabouts/schedule of students with special medical needs that warrant administration of medications at very specific times, special accommodations, etc., to ensure their Lumberjack Leadership experience is unhindered while their health and safety is properly maintained.
• Work with the Manager to review and update protocol for handling medical emergencies.
• Prepare/stock first-aid kits for the residence halls, classrooms, and field trips, if needed (exact number and location to be determined with the Director).
• Prepare staff orientation presentation and materials.
• Collect medications from coordinators / chaperones upon arrival to the Mountain Campus; ensure they are properly labeled and secured.

Other - 5%

• Other duties as assigned by camp leadership.

Minimum Qualifications

• At least one year of experience working as a professional registered nurse, EMT and/or CNA.
• Possession of a current license to practice professional nursing, certified Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) in Arizona.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in nursing or a related field is preferred.
• Experience working with adolescents.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

• Well suited to working with adolescents. Essential qualities are patience, a sense of humor, and an appreciation for the ways adolescents are different from adults.
• Responsible. Because our program is residential, all employees must assume a somewhat parental responsibility for students. They must be sensitive and caring, while at the same time firm in setting limits. They must exercise good judgment and conduct themselves professionally at all times.
• Highly motivated. Creativity, attentiveness, and adaptability are necessary in order to provide the best possible experience for students in the program.
• Flexible and able to work under pressure. Our programs are intense and fast-paced, and there is not always a clear difference between being “on duty” and “off duty.” Staff members must be able to keep up with the demands of a rigorous residential schedule and be prepared to pitch in if an unexpected circumstance arises.
• Well organized.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.

Background Information

This position has been identified as a safety/security sensitive position. Therefore, per AZ Revised Statute, Northern Arizona University requires satisfactory results for the following: a criminal background investigation, employment history investigation, degree verification (in some cases) and fingerprinting. If you are applying for a job that requires a CDL, you will be required to register with the Federal Motor Carrier Safety Administration Drug & Alcohol Clearinghouse and adhere to the clearinghouse requirements. Additionally, as an employer in the state of Arizona, NAU is required to participate in the federal E-Verify program that assists employers with verifying new employees' right to work in the United States. Finally, each year Northern Arizona University releases an https://in.nau.edu/police-department/annual-security-and-fire-safety-reports/.. The report is a result of a federal law known as the Clery Act. The report includes Clery reportable crime statistics for the three most recent completed calendar years and discloses procedures, practices and programs NAU uses to keep students and employees safe including how to report crimes or other emergencies occurring on campus. In addition, the https://in.nau.edu/police-department/annual-security-and-fire-safety-reports/. is combined with the Annual Security Report for the NAU Flagstaff Mountain Campus as this campus has on-campus student housing. This report discloses fire safety policies and procedures related to on-campus student housing and statistics for fires that occurred in those facilities. If you would like a free paper copy of the report, please contact the NAUPD Records Department at (928) 523-8884 or by visiting the department at 525 E. Pine Knoll Drive in Flagstaff.

Salary

Stipend for this position is $1500 for the duration of the camp.

FLSA Status

This position is non-exempt under the Fair Labor Standards Act (FLSA). The incumbent is eligible for overtime pay or compensatory time according to University policy. Further, the employee must submit timesheets that accurately reflect all hours worked.

Benefits

This is a part-time, non-benefit eligible position.

Learning and Development

Your career at Northern Arizona University includes the opportunity for professional development. https://in.nau.edu/human-resources/orientation/ includes courses to be completed within the first 30 days.

Immigration Suppt/Sponsorship

NAU will not provide any U.S. immigration support or sponsorship for this position.

Application Deadline

March 31, 2025 at 11:59 p.m.

How to Apply

To apply for this position, please click on the "Apply" button on this page. You must submit your application by clicking on the "Submit" button by midnight of the application deadline. If you need assistance completing your application there are instructions available on the https://in.nau.edu/human-resources/or in person in the Human Resources Department located in Building 91 on the NAU Campus - on the corner of Beaver and DuPont Streets.

If you are an individual with a disability and need reasonable accommodation to participate in the hiring process, please contact the Disability Resources Office at 928-523-8773, http://DR@nau.edu, or PO Box 5633, Flagstaff AZ 86011.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Northern Arizona University is a committed Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Institution. Women, minorities, veterans and individuals with disabilities are encouraged to apply. NAU is responsive to the needs of dual career couples.

https://in.nau.edu/Human-Resources/Posters-Required-by-Law/

NAU is an Employer of National Service. AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other National Service alumni are encouraged to apply.

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