Weekend LPN - Camp Cheerful

Achievement Centers; Strongsville, Northern (OH, KY); Hybrid; USD 34,440,000 - 48,216,000; Part time

Job summary

Achievement Centers for Children’s Camp Cheerful is seeking a Camp Nurse to oversee health, safety, and wellness for campers and staff. The role includes medication administration, health monitoring, and staff education in a supportive, wooded camp setting.

Nurses have private accommodation and on-site responsibilities during weekend shifts. CPR and First Aid certification, plus an Ohio LPN license, are required, with strong communication and decision-making skills essential.

Qualifications

• Must hold an active LPN license in Ohio.
• CPR and First Aid certifications required.
• Strong communication and decision-making abilities.

Responsibilities

• Administer medications and provide first aid and emergency care.
• Monitor camper health and identify concerns or deviations.
• Maintain accurate health records and treatment documentation.
• Conduct health checks, safety assessments, and preventative care.
• Educate and support staff on first aid, safety, and health procedures.
• Coordinate with food service regarding special dietary needs.
• Maintain Health Center supplies and equipment.
• Enforce camp health, safety, and infection control protocols.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization

Decision-making

Education

LPN license in Ohio

CPR certification

First Aid certification

Job description

Description

Summary

Set amongst 52 acres of woods, trails, fields and aquatic areas of the Cleveland Metroparks, the Achievement Centers for Children’s Camp Cheerful offers campers with disabilities all the traditional camp activities. Camp Cheerful grounds are open year-round and house the Adult Day Program and Therapeutic Riding in addition to Respite Camp.

The Camp Nurse is responsible for the health, safety, and wellness of campers and staff. This role oversees medication administration, injury prevention, health monitoring, and staff education to ensure a safe and supportive camp environment. Nurses have their cabin with a privately locked bedroom and bathroom; they sleep at night and have down periods at times during the day

Position Responsibilities

• Administer medications and provide first aid and emergency care
• Monitor camper health and identify potential concerns or deviations
• Maintain accurate health records and treatment documentation
• Conduct health checks, safety assessments, and preventative care
• Educate and support staff on first aid, safety, and health procedures
• Coordinate with food service regarding special dietary needs
• Maintain Health Center supplies and equipment
• Enforce camp health, safety, and infection control protocols

Hours

• Two weekends/month are needed
• Friday (6pm start) - Sunday (12pm end)
• On selected weekends we can accommodate a split shift – you do not have to be available for every weekend
• The employee can select which weekends they would like to work.

Weekends available

• September 11th-13th
• September 25th-27th
• October 9th-11th
• October 23rd-25th
• November 6th-8th
• November 20th-22nd
• December 4th-6th
• January 8th-10th
• January 22nd-24th
• February 5th-7th
• February 19th-21st
• March 5th-7th
• March 19th-21st
• April 2nd-4th
• April 16th-18th
• April 30th-May 2nd
• May 14th-May 16th

Requirements

• LPN license in the State of Ohio
• Current CPR and First Aid certification
• Strong communication, organization, and decision-making skills

Preferred Requirements

• Experience working with children or individuals with disabilities

Achievement Centers for Children is an equal opportunity employer