Camp Nurse - Beverly YMCA

Camp Nurse - Seasonal Opportunity

Are you a healthcare professional with experience working with youth? Are you looking for a meaningful seasonal role where you can make a positive impact in your community? If so, this may be the perfect opportunity for you!

As a Camp Nurse, you will play a vital role in ensuring the health and safety of campers and staff by providing first aid, managing medications, and supporting individual medical needs.

You'll work closely with camp leadership to uphold local licensing regulations and ensure a safe and healthy environment for all participants.
What You'll Do:


* Administer medications and maintain accurate medical records in compliance with Department of Public Health regulations.


* Communicate with families and the Camp Director regarding camper health needs.


* Respond to injuries and medical concerns throughout the day, providing appropriate care and documentation.


* Maintain and organize medical supplies and first aid materials to ensure quick and effective response.


* Serve as the first responder for medical emergencies, making sound decisions under pressure.

What You Bring:


* Ability to assess and address medical needs in children and adults with professionalism and care.


* Experience in first aid, emergency response, and medical documentation.


* Strong organizational skills to manage medication logs, physicals, and immunization records.


* A patient and compassionate demeanor, with the ability to support the camp community throughout the day.

Work Environment & Physical Demands:


* Ability to walk, stand, and sit for extended periods.


* Exposure to communicable diseases and bodily fluids.


* Ability to lift and assist children up to 50 pounds.


* Must be able to carry supplies up to 20 pounds.


* May require bending, kneeling, and walking throughout the day.


* Strong communication skills with the ability to respond swiftly in an emergency.

Join us this summer and help create a safe, fun, and enriching experience for campers!

Qualifications



* Registered nurse (RN) with a license as required by MA state law.

Nursing students or medical professionals may be considered for Health Care Supervisor positions within our organization.


* CPR/FIRST AID and AED Certified (may be obtained through YMCA)


* Availability Monday-Friday 2-3 days a week

The YMCA is committed to a policy of nondiscrimination and equal opportunity for all employees and qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religious creed, protected genetic information, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, veteran's status.