Camp Nurse at Chapin

ESF Camps & Experiences • Princeton, NJ

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Join our team as a Nurse and inspire young minds at camp! Are you ready for an unforgettable summer adventure? At ESF Camps, we are on a mission to create an extraordinary summer experience for campers from preschool to 8th grade, and we are looking for energetic, passionate people to join us and make a positive impact while having a blast! The Camp Nurse ensures the health and safety of all on-site campers, Team members, and visitors; obtains and maintains health records and documents; administers basic first aid and medications and responds to emergencies as necessary.

Requirements

• Valid license as a professional Registered Nurse or Licensed Practical Nurse.
• CPR/AED Certification is required.
• Graduation from an NLN accredited program - BS in Nursing (preferred)
• Basic Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certifications (preferred)
• Pediatric nursing experience or other experience working with children.
• Proven success in working with children and young adults with medical conditions, including food allergies, diabetes, and seizure disorders.
• Proven success in working with children and young adults with special needs and/or disabilities.
• Complete all required ESF and state-mandated training and onboarding.
• Maintain the "ESF Look" (camp uniform) and embody the spirit of the camp.

Nice To Haves

• BS in Nursing
• Basic Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support, Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support Certifications

Responsibilities

• Provide medical care for campers as needed.
• Administer appropriate care in compliance with ESF Standards, Policies, Guidelines, and Procedures.
• Educate Team members on health and safety policies and procedures, including but not limited to, basic first aid, Epi-Pen, and rescue inhaler administration, and serve as a resource for emergency response procedures.
• Collect and maintain camper and team member health records in accordance with ESF Policies
• Manage Camp Nurse’s office/area and ensure the office/area is clean and organized - Maintain supply inventory and order as necessary.
• Work effectively with co-workers, typically one other Nurse on site, as a team and collaborate on various responsibilities
• Supervise campers, while fostering a positive and safe environment.
• Demonstrate ESF Core Values & Code daily, from “Gratitude” to “Bring It” daily.
• Model the ESF Virtues of Character (Gratitude, Respect, Trustworthiness, Effort, Kindness, Positivity, Resilience, Community) in camp daily.
• Adhere to all company policies.
• Maintain clear, concise, and engaging communication with campers, families, peers, and our leadership team.
• Serve as a liaison between ESF Camps and parents/guardians - Assist parents and Team members with medical and health questions.
• Push/pull, lift, and carry a minimum of thirty-five (35) pounds across campus.
• Work outside, upright, and mobile for six (6) to eight (8) hours per day
• Respond to emergencies, including running (up to 1 mile in some cases) and ascending stairs without undue exertion.

Benefits

• Comprehensive training and support
• Opportunities for internships, fieldwork, and continuing education credits
• Valuable leadership experience
• Part-time options are sometimes also available
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• Free Certifications: Reimbursements available for qualified roles
• Camp Tuition: Enjoy a significantly discounted tuition rate exclusively for Team members’ children.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level