Registered Nurse – NW Outdoor Science School

Position Title

Registered Nurse – Outdoor Science School

Instructional Services / Northwest Outdoor Science School

(Various Locations)

Outdoor School Site Supervisor

NOSS Salary Schedule ($36.72 – $46.51 per hour)

Spring 2026 Session: 2/10/26 – 6/2/26 (Two Positions Available)

The Outdoor School Registered Nurse provides nursing assessments, health screenings, health counseling, treatment of minor injuries or ailments, medication administration, and referral services for more in-depth medical service. The RN position is located at one of five Outdoor School sites and may be assigned to provide health services to numerous students at various campsites within the Northwest Outdoor Science School, and the assignments can change depending on emerging student health needs.

Ideal candidates for this position have interest in the field of pediatrics, interest in working in outdoor education, and desire living in close knit communities while practicing as a Registered Nurse. Recent graduates are encouraged to apply.

This position requires the employee to live on-site during the work week Monday–Friday. Room and board are provided. Our program operates at multiple sites in Northwest Oregon near the following communities:
Vernonia, Salem, Cloverdale, Rockaway Beach, and Welches. This position is seasonal, but there may be an opportunity available to continue employment in future sessions.

The employee will be compensated 50 hours per week. Weekly schedules vary from Monday–Friday or Sunday–Thursday. Most work weeks are 5 days. Due to the seasonal camp-based nature of this position, it is exempt for state overtime wage regulations.

• Current RN license and licensed to practice in the state of Oregon.
• Current First Aid/CPR certification.
• Valid driver’s license and accompanying automobile insurance with ability to travel to site every week during the season.
• Preferred experience with interpreting public health guidelines.

• Commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging.
• Work with high degree of accuracy and organizational skills.
• Exhibit professionalism and effective human relations.
• Communicate effectively with all staff, doctors, medical facility personnel, mental health professionals, parents/families, and students.
• Self-regulate emotions and possess technical skills to respond to emergencies.
• Perform effectively in a residential work environment, five days a week.
• Confer regularly with site supervisor and/or nursing coordinator.
• Skillfully utilize educational technology and software as required by the position.
• Maintain professional and technical knowledge by participating in professional development activities.

• Provide health supervision, counseling and leadership.
• Coordinate with students, families, school personnel, and community resources to manage students with chronic and acute health issues such as asthma, life‑threatening allergies, concussion management, substance misuse, and mental health.
• Adhere to safety practices, administer first aid, handle hazardous materials, operate equipment used for cleaning, and operate standard office equipment.
• Prepare and maintain accurate records, promote child‑centered environment, and record keeping.
• Maintain facilities for dispensary and infirmary care.
• Administer current and appropriate first aid as needed.
• Administer all medications and treatments according to physician’s order. Retain and dispense all medications to students and counselors as prescribed.
• Assess illness and accidents and determine appropriate treatment or referral to physician or hospital.
• Make decisions on whether students should be sent home for medical reasons or remain at the Outdoor School.
• Keep record of all drugs, medicines, and first‑aid treatments in ledger and electronic databases as required.
• File accident reports with supervisor.
• Support, comfort, and protect students who may have difficulty adjusting to Outdoor Science School and being away from home.
• Oversee the safe and healthful operation of the Outdoor Science School site.
• Serve as “health advisor” to Outdoor Science…