Camp Nurse

Camp Lindenmere; Henryville (PA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 64,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Private living space

Meals provided

Laundry service

Travel stipend

Professional development

Job summary

Camp Lindenmere in the Pocono Mountains, PA, seeks RNs, LPNs or EMTs for the summer season to join our medical team. The Wellness Center operates with an MD on site, 24/7, and employment is available for 3, 4, or 7+ weeks.

You will administer medications, perform basic first aid, and determine when a camper should be seen by a doctor. Applicants should be 21+, have a PA license, and be prepared for night shifts; camp experience is preferred.

Qualifications

• Must be 21 years or older with a valid PA driver’s license.
• RN, LPN or EMT with PA license (Temporary License or Nurse Compact accepted).
• Experience working with kids, preferably in a camp setting.
• Willingness to work night shifts and in a camp environment.
• Strong planning, organization, and communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and provide basic first aid.
• Determine when a child should be seen by the doctor and handle medical situations.
• Prepare nursing notes and medication logs; document patient care.
• Organize, manage, and stock Wellness Center supplies and medications.
• Communicate camper health status with camp leadership and parents as needed.
• Follow Camp Lindenmere’s health care policies and procedures.

Skills

RN/LPN/EMT

Pediatric care

Medication administration

First aid

Education

PA licensed RN/LPN/EMT

Job description

Located on 200 acres in Pennsylvania’s beautiful Pocono Mountains, Camp Lindenmere is a private, coed sleepaway camp founded in 1935, for campers ranging in age from 7-17. We are looking for RNs, LPNs or EMTs for the summer season to join our amazing medical team. Employment is available for 3, 4 or 7+ weeks. The Wellness Center is staffed with medical professionals, including an MD, 24/7.

Roles & Responsibilities:

The camp nurse is responsible for administering medication, basic first aid, determining when a child should be seen by the doctor, and handling medical situations.

• Responsible for overall medical care administered to campers and staff; provide illness and injury management.
• Prepares and keeps written reports for all patients (i.e., nursing notes, medication charging).
• Ability to be flexible and adaptable; ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
• Motivated to take initiative and have a strong work ethic.
• Willingness to work in a camp environment, including some night shifts.
• Follow Camp Lindenmere’s health care policies and procedures.
• Organize, manage and stock Wellness Center and First Aid Supplies.
• Administer daily medications and keep daily medical logs for all treatments and medications.
• Communicate with camp leadership and parents concerning camper health status as needed.

Qualifications:

• At least 21 years of age and have a valid driver’s license.
• RN, LPN or EMT and valid PA License (Temporary License or Nurse Compact License accepted).
• Experience working with kids, preferably in a camp setting.
• Management experience preferred.
• Experience which relates to the Roles & Responsibilities, preferably in a camp setting.
• Willingness to work cooperatively and independently.
• Strong planning skills; well-organized, yet flexible.
• Confident, energetic, approachable, and fun to be around.

Salary:

Competitive salary based on experience, as well as travel stipend. (Camper tuition is also available.)

Job Perks:

Private living space (including bathroom) in the Wellness Center. All meals are provided, as well as laundry service. When open, camp amenities are available for use during free time and days off. Camp amenities include (but are not limited to) a state of the art, indoor fitness center, heated pool, private lake, and renovated staff lounge with computers, Wifi and TV. In addition, Camp Lindenmere will support the Nurse’s professional development and invest in job-related certifications, including but not limited to licensure.