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JOB DESCRIPTION

QUALIFICATIONS
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RN, LPN, GN or GPN licensed to practice in the State of New Hampshire who feels comfortable working with children who have Type I Diabete 

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Basic knowledge of diabetes management, insulin pump therapy and site/set changes

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Medical liability coverage

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 Strong interest in children with diabetes 

RESPONSIBLE TO

Medical Coordinator, Medical Director, Physicians, and Camp Director

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES

Assist in carrying out a program of health care, education, and safety  

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES
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Supervise insulin administration.  For those children unable to give injections, initiate teaching of insulin administration.  Actual administration of insulin may be included.  Document on medical records.

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Administer other medications as needed and document on medical record

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Go on planned excursions for campers prepared with reaction pack, first aid supplies, and any needed medications

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Be available at all times for diabetic and/or other emergencies

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Provide formal and informal teaching in diabetes and related topics

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Monitor blood sugars and/or ketones before each meal, at bedtime and as needed.  Supervise tests when necessary.  Make sure campers have documented their results in their own log book.  Document test results on medical record.

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Rotate with medical staff for night call if necessary

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Provide ongoing orientation and diabetes education for non-medical staff with special emphasis on signs, symptoms, treatment and prevention of insulin reactions

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Interact in daily team meeting on each child between medical and non-medical personnel

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Maintain daily log of all incidents in bound "Incident Book" in addition to the medical record

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Perform other duties as delegated by the Medical Coordinator, Medical Director/Physicians or Camp Director.

 

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