Summer Camp Nurse

Camp Nurse - PA

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At DEAN Adventure Camps, we create life‑changing opportunities for young people to discover their passions, explore endless possibilities, achieve meaningful goals, and navigate thrilling adventures—all while developing character and skills that last a lifetime.

Guided by our core values of Compassion, Trust, Growth, and Creativity, we foster an environment where learning, discovery, and personal development thrive. Our vision is to inspire generations of resilient, compassionate, and confident individuals who contribute positively to their communities and the world.

We operate across DC, MD, NJ, PA, and VA, offering all‑inclusive programs that make summer exciting for children and easy for families. Learn more: DEAN Adventure Camps.

As Camp Nurse, you’ll play a vital role in keeping campers and staff safe, healthy, and supported throughout their summer experience. Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Providing first aid and emergency care for injuries or illnesses, ensuring the well‑being of campers and staff
• Administering medications in accordance with camper health plans, keeping detailed documentation of dosages and administration times
• Maintaining accurate medical records in adherence to state and local health regulations, including health documentation, incident reports, and medication administration logs, organized in compliance with HIPAA guidelines of confidentiality
• Collaborating with the Site Director, Office Manager, and Assistant Directors to develop and refine pre‑camp health processes, ensuring compliance with state and site regulations, plus coordinating care plans, communicating health updates, and ensuring all staff understand health center procedures throughout summer
• Providing compassionate emotional support to campers and staff as part of overall health and wellness care, identifying when additional behavioral or mental health support may be needed and communicating to leadership
• Educating staff on basic health protocols, including first aid, sun safety, and emergency procedures
• Communicating with parents about camper health concerns, incidents, and medication requirements
• Ensuring the infirmary is well‑stocked with necessary medical supplies, communicating inventory needs to onsite leadership in a timely manner; taking ownership of establishing procedures, documentation systems, and readiness standards that support an efficient and compliant Health Center
• Conducting health screenings and overseeing allergy and dietary needs

• Passionate about health – Knowledgeable in safety, wellness, and child health standards (physical and emotional)
• Strong critical‑thinking skills – Proven ability to handle emergencies while maintaining a safe and encouraging atmosphere for campers
• Friendly & approachable – Experience working with children aged 3‑16 years
• Organized and excellent communicator – Effective at storing and relaying information to supervisors and families
• Tech‑savvy – Comfortable using tools like Google Workspace and Slack
• Agile – Able to meet the physical demands of a high‑energy camp setting

• Full on‑site availability during the summer:
  June‑August, Monday‑Friday
  • Hours:
    
    camp operates 7am–6pm, nurses typically work 35 hours per week within this timeframe
  • Ability to commute to: 370 Lancaster Ave, Haverford, PA 19041
• Must be at least 21 years old
• Must be up to date on all immunizations and willing to provide emergency health information upon hire
• Ability to lift 50 lbs, respond quickly to emergencies, and work in an active, outdoor environment
• Must have valid CPR/BLS certification + Current RN or LPN license
• Pediatric or camp experience preferred

• Pay range: $30–40/hour
• FLSA Status:
  This is a seasonal full‑time, non‑exempt position under the FLSA
• Paid training: remote training on safety, DEI, classroom management, and more + in‑person staff training the weekend prior to camp; please note that training is paid at state minimum wage, or $12/hr, whichever is higher
• All required background checks and certifications fully reimbursed
• Summer Bonus:
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