Overnight Camp Nurse, RN/RPN/Student Nurse

Kayla’s Children Centre; Bracebridge; On-site; CAD 46,000 - 91,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Room and board provided

Competitive seasonal pay

Job summary

Camp Lionheart in Muskoka, Canada, seeks an Overnight Camp Nurse to provide comprehensive medical care for campers and staff in an overnight camp setting.

The nurse administers medications, performs health assessments, and manages illnesses and injuries from the camp infirmary, with on-call duties and potential night shifts during the summer season.

Qualifications

• Current licensure as RN or RPN licensed in Ontario (CNO Registration).
• Experience in pediatrics, community health, emergency nursing, or camp nursing preferred.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain).

Responsibilities

• Administer medications per physician orders and camp policies.
• Conduct health assessments and manage illnesses, injuries, and behavioral/medical concerns.
• Maintain accurate medical records and treatment logs.
• Respond to medical emergencies and coordinate with EMS/healthcare providers.
• Provide overnight on-call coverage and after-hours health support.
• Monitor campers with chronic conditions and support plans.
• Communicate health concerns with parents/guardians and healthcare providers.
• Collaborate with counselors to support camper well-being.

Skills

RN/RPN licensure

Pediatrics experience

CPR/First Aid

Independent practice

Documentation skills

Overnight shift ready

Job description

Job Title: Overnight Camp Nurse: Registered Nurse; Registered Practical Nurse; Nursing Student

Location: Camp Lionheart, Muskoka

Reports to: Head of Medical Centre

Duration: Summer season.

1st Session: Aug 2-13, 2026

2nd Session: Aug 16-25, 2026

About Lionheart

Camp Lionheart is an overnight camp in Muskoka, Canada that is intentionally designed for children with disabilities and complex medical needs.

Position Summary

The Overnight Camp Nurse is responsible for providing comprehensive nursing care to campers and staff in an overnight camp setting. This role includes medication administration, health assessments, illness and injury management, and collaboration with camp leadership to ensure a safe, healthy camp environment. The nurse works primarily from the camp infirmary and is on-call during assigned hours. Position may require some night shifts throughout the summer season.

Key Responsibilities

• Administer scheduled and PRN medications in accordance with physician orders and camp policies


• Conduct health assessments and provide nursing interventions for illness, injury, and behavioral/medical concerns


• Maintain accurate medical records, including medication logs and treatment notes


• Respond to medical emergencies and coordinate care with EMS or external healthcare providers as needed


• Provide overnight on-call coverage and respond to camper or staff health concerns after hours


• Monitor campers with chronic conditions, medical needs, or behavioral support plans


• Communicate health concerns with parents/guardians and healthcare providers as appropriate


• Collaborate with counselors and leadership to support camper well-being


• Ensure infection prevention, first aid supplies, and infirmary organization


• Follow all camp policies, Ontario nursing regulations, and scope of practice

Qualifications

• Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) licensed to work in Ontario (CNO Registration)


• Students that have completed 50% of their Accredited Nursing Program are welcome to apply as well.


• Current CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)


• Experience in pediatrics, community health, emergency nursing, or camp nursing preferred


• Ability to work independently and make sound clinical judgments


• Strong communication and documentation skills


• Comfortable working overnight and in an overnight camp environment

Benefits

• Competitive seasonal compensation ($1000-$2000/week)


• Room and board provided


• Supportive team environment


• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on health and safety of campers with medical complexities.