Position Purpose

The camp Nurse will evaluate and treat campers and staff for minor injuries and illnesses, supervise and ensure implementation of medication policies and procedures at camp, keep a log of Health Center visits, give supportive advice to counselors and other camp staff if requested, and identify health problems serious enough to require a physician's attention. A more detailed job description will be provided for interested candidates after a phone interview.

Essential Job Functions

Caring for the medical needs of campers and staff at camp

Oversee the health and wellness of approximately 125 campers and 50 staff
Conduct initial health screening of all campers and staff
Provide medical attention to campers and staff with general health concerns and document in Health Log
Distribute and record camper medications
Maintain Health Center record and medical forms
Supervise Health Care assistants
Communicate specific camper health needs (allergies, special diets, etc.) to staff
Communicate with the Camp Director and Heads of Camp about camper health issues




Schedule appointments for sick/injured campers or staff to the hospital or clinic
Be a "primary care giver" to our campers

Other Job Duties

Act as a liaison with local doctors, hospitals, and pharmacies
Be present at the registration of each camp session to check in and file the incoming health forms, record the individual problems, and note medications and conduct initial screening
Stocking First Aid supplies in the Health Center and all areas of camp and controlling their outflow
Safeguarding the camper's prescription medications; administering the medications at the prescribed dosages and hours
Participate in camp activities and events
Communicate and cooperate with all staff. Express any concerns in a professional manner at an appropriate time. Maintain high standards of health and safety in all activities for campers and staff

Equipment Used

The LVN/RN will be expected to use the computer to a

📌 Nurse (Alcalá de Chivert)
🏢 Camp Susquehannock
📍 Alcalá de Chivert