Camp Nurse

Description Job Title: Camp Nurse FLSA Status: Temporary - Full Time - non-exemptReports to: Camp Director Supervises: Camp Nurse Assistant Rate of Pay: $1,200/ weekly Closing Date: 2/15/2026 Benefits: Temporary Full-Time, Non-Exempt employees are eligible for but not limited to the following: + Sick leave benefit u2013 1 day per month, 12 sick days per year (accrual and availability begins at hire; sick time accrual is pro-rated for part-time hours.) GENERAL DUTIES: u00b7 Maintain a standard of cleanliness in personal grooming and in living quarters. u00b7 Assist with the clean-up of the total camp at the end of each session and at the conclusion of the summer. u00b7 Prepare and deliver the Camp Nurse camp brief at the end of the summer. u00b7 Attend and participate in Staff Orientation. u00b7 When able, attend and participate in all camp wide activities, campfires, staff meetings and staff devotions u00b7 Assist with Camper check-in and check-out. o Specifically, the health assessment at check in and camper medication distribution on the last day. SPECIFIC DUTIES: Safety and Supervision u00b7 Enforce, and abide by, all camp policies and procedures u00b7 Responsible for the health and well-being of self and campers. u00b7 Always maintain the utmost level of safety for staff and campers u00b7 Practice and enforce all camp safety regulations and emergency procedures. o Maintain group/staff control at specialized group activities so that other support staff can focus on safety. u00b7 Always ensure compliance with American Camping Association standards of safety and programmatic conduct. u00b7 Maintain good records of treatment, medication distribution, and other tasks. u00b7 Attend relevant in-service trainings. Weekly Responsibilities u00b7 Plan and carry out a total health and safety program for the camp staff according to High Peak Camp health protocols. u00b7 Guide Cabin Leaders in their responsibilities for their camperu2019s health. u00b7 Responsible for the assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of nursing care for campers and staff. o These duties are performed in accordance with Physicians standing orders and within The Salvation Army, ACA, and CCI policies, procedures, and standards of performance. u00b7 Either by phone, or in person, during the week of Staff Orientation meet with the local physician who most recently reviewed and sign the standing orders to better understand them. u00b7 Communicate information effectively and accurately to facilitate continuity of care. u00b7 Maintain accountability for nursing judgements and actions. u00b7 Make appropriate decisions that reflect knowledge and good judgement. u00b7 Recognize and demonstrate an awareness of legal responsibility and limitations by functioning within the scope of HPC including, but not limited to: o Keeping a daily log of all camper and staff treatment. o Utilizing aseptic technique. o Recognizing the existence of an infection process. o Using equipment and supplies in a safe, legal, and economic manner. o Collecting and filing all camper medical files. o Compiling a brief at the end of the summer season. u00b7 Complete and file the health log as specified on the front cover within a reasonable time. Each camper that visits the infirmary should be entered into the log, with the following: o A description of the injury or illness. o The campers of staffu2019s cabin, age, and time of visit. o Indicate treatment given and initial in the columns indicated. u00b7 Log staff members who visit in the same fashion as the campers, using red ink for easy identification in case of a workmanu2019s compensation claim. u00b7 Educate the registration staff regarding lice check procedures, which will be used during camper registration at the beginning of each week. u00b7 Responsible for the medical screening of all campers during the camper registration process, which include logging all medication(s) for each camper, dosage and dispense frequency, log the allergies, infections, medications, and any unusual health history of each camper. u00b7 Administer all medications and treatments according to the physicianu2019s orders. u00b7 If a child is prescribed any mood or behavior altering medication, it is your responsibility to make the Cabin Leader aware of the situation. u00b7 All medications, prescriptions, non-prescriptions, aspirin, vitamins, etc. will be kept in the infirmary for appropriate dispensing times. The camper may keep aerosol inhalers with the Cabin Leaderu2019s notification. u00b7 If any medications are listed by a physician, but not in the possession of the camper, the parent must be contacted and fax a note from the family doctor that the medication has either been discontinued or not needed for the week. If this note cannot be obtained, the camper will be sent home. u00b7 Strict cleanliness and sanitation in the infirmary must be maintained at all times. Infirmary beds linens should be changed daily when in use. Infirmary showers/bathrooms should be cleaned and sanitized weekly when not in use and daily when in use. u00b7 Inform the Assistant Direct and Director of all unusual medical events. u00b7 Hold office hours before and after ever meal and for 30 minutes before bedtime. u00b7 Keep an organized inventory of all necessary medical supplies. u00b7 Stock and supply First Aid Kits for cabins and hikes. u00b7 Prepare a finalized inventory of medical supplies at the end of the summer. u00b7 Perform all other duties and roles assigned. o Due to the nature of the camp program in session, you may be asked to assist in duties not related to this specific job description. This is for the smooth operation of the camp. Staff members are expected to comply with all reasonable requests. u00b7 Lastly and most important: o Remember to have fun o Remember to ask for help because we are here for each other o Remember that God is in control. Godu2019s love will be more evident in your actions than your words o Remember that God loves you, and we love you Qualification and Education Requirements: u00b7 21+ years of age preferred. u00b7 Current Nursing License (RN, CPN, CPA, CAN) and if from another state, the license has reciprocity in the state of Colorado. u00b7 Ability to use effective communication and personal skills. u00b7 Ability to provide supervision and guidance to both staff and campers. u00b7 Ability to exercise confidentiality and a professor manner. u00b7 Ability to keep accurate records and logs. u00b7 Maintain a high standard of personal and communal living and behaviors. Physical Requirements: Ability to walk, stand, bend, squat, climb, kneel, and twist on an intermittent or continuous basis. Ability to grasp, push, pull, and reach overhead. Ability to operate telephone. Ability to lift to 25 pounds. Ability to access and produce information from the computer. Ability to understand written information. Qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential duties of the position with or without accommodation. A request to modify or adjust these requirements may be made to your supervisor and HR. The Salvation Army would attempt to satisfy requests if the accommodation needed is reasonable and presents no undue hardship. Qualifications Education Required + Associates or better in Nursing Experience Required + Current Nursing License (RN, CPN, CPA, CAN) and if from another state, the license has reciprocity in the state of Colorado. Equal Opportunity Employer/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities This employer is required to notify all applicants of their rights pursuant to federal employment laws. For further information, please review the Know Your Rights ( notice from the Department of Labor.

Created: 2026-01-30