Camp Nurse H Camp Owahta - McGraw, NY

Position: Camp Nurse - 4-H Camp Owahta - McGraw, NY
Location: New York

Care for scrapes, soothe worries, and keep the adventure going at 4-H Camp Owahta! 4
-H Camp Owahta, owned and operated by the Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Cortland County, is a vibrant 128-acre camp in McGraw, NY, complete with cabins, a rustic lodge, a waterfront, sports fields, and wooded trails. Each summer, the camp serves over 400 youth through its overnight and day camp programs.
The Camp Nurse is a crucial part of summer camp’s success, and camp could not run without one! The Camp Nurse oversees the health and safety of all 4-H Camp Owahta campers and staff. Primary responsibilities of the Camp Nurse include, but are not limited to, maintaining daily medical logs of all infirmary visits, administering prescription medications, monitoring camper and staff health, taking the lead on injuries and illnesses throughout the camp day, keeping the infirmary stocked, and reviewing all camper health information.

This position is expected to follow all 4-H Camp Owahta policies and procedures and comply with American Camp Association (ACA) standards and New York State Department of Health (DOH) regulations. The Camp Nurse is welcome to attend and participate in any/all camp activities, as able.
This position is responsible for performing all duties outlined in this description, as well as other responsibilities as assigned and deemed appropriate by the Outdoor Recreation Director.# IMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR APPLICANTS:# PLEASE READ BEFORE APPLYING## ## All applicants must apply online to be considered for this position. All applicants must complete an application online, which includes: cover letter, resume and three (3) references.
** All External Applicants** (including applicants currently employed by Cornell Cooperative Extension in Associations other than the Association advertising this career opportunity) must submit his/her application materials via the "APPLY" button located within this job posting.
** All Internal Applicants** (current employees working for the Association advertising this career opportunity) must apply online via his/her Workday account, which may be accessed here: .Please contact the CCE office at  with questions.
** POSITION DETAILS:
** This position is a full-time exempt position, 100% FTE. The summer salary for this position is $7,000.00 to $9,000.00 commensurate with experience.

Sponsorship for employment visa status is not available for this position.
** POSITION INFORMATION:
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* Required Qualifications:

*** A NYS Licensed Physician, NYS Licensed Nurse Practitioner (NP), NYS Licensed Physician Assistant (PA), NYS Licensed Registered Nurse (RN), NYS Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN).
* Work the entire camp season and staff training week;
June 29-July 3 and July 5-August 14.
* Stay on the camp property at all times when campers are present.
* Ability to build positive, approachable relationships with youth, parents, and staff.
* Desire, ability and willingness to work and live in a camp community and to reside at 4-H Camp Owahta, McGraw, NY (including overnights) the entire duration of the camp season (July 5-August 14, 2026).
* Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
* Current CPR and First Aid certification(s) from courses approved by the NYS Department of Health (will re-certify if necessary).
* Experience in children and adult illness/injury care.
* Demonstrated ability to read and follow directions on medication labels, health forms, physician orders and parent letters.
* Demonstrated ability to communicate with parents and staff about camper health concerns.
* Receptiveness to guidance, supervision and feedback.
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* Preferred Qualifications:

*** Demonstrated ability to work well with others.
* Menu Planning for a variety of dietary needs.
* Experience working with children and youth in an outdoor environment.
* Demonstrated ability to communicate with parents and staff about camper health concerns.
* Experience and/or training with address mental health challenges and situations.
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* POSITION RESPONSIBILITIES:

**** Job Responsibilities - 95%
** Infirmary Operations, Supplies & Set-Up
* One week prior and the week of staff training, clean, organize and stock the infirmary.
* Organize, clean and maintain a stocked infirmary to meet current and potential health needs.
* Communicate with the Outdoor Recreation Director on medical supplies that are needed.
* Assist the summer camp leadership team in preparing and distributing first aid kits throughout camp; waterfront, program areas, cabins and dining hall.

Health Care, Monitoring & Medication Management
* Meet the health care needs of each camper and staff member.
* Monitor the health of all campers and staff each day.
* Develop and maintain a schedule for administering all camper medications.
* Report any health concerns or symptoms of illness to the Outdoor Recreation Director immediately.
* Read and follow all healthcare policies and procedures within the 4-H Camp Department of Health Safety Plan.
* Supervise sanitation…