Summer Camp Nurse: Camp Harrison

Plans and administers professional nursing care to pediatric populations in a residential or day camp environment. Provides assessment, treatment, and health oversight for infants, children, and adolescents, ensuring a safe and healthy camp experience. Works with a high degree of independence while coordinating care with camp leadership, families, and external healthcare providers as needed.

Culture Statement

The culture of the Y is rooted in our Christian mission and core principles. We strive every day to collectively embody our purpose to love, serve and transform lives. Every day we show up to Lead with Love and Serve with Purpose .

We Love unconditionally – showing genuine care and concern for everyone, making each interaction meaningful and personal and ensuring every person feels valued, seen and welcomed. We elevate Hope – promoting optimism by offering encouragement and practical solutions to challenges. We act with Care & Compassion – listening attentively without judgment, responding with empathy, and creating a sense of belonging by uplifting and supporting those around us. We demonstrate Generosity – sharing our time, skills, and resources freely and with joy.

We walk in Grace – showing patience and kindness, even in difficult moments. We ignite Faith – staying grounded in our mission, principles and purpose, inspiring others to trust in what is possible. Demonstrating consistency in our actions, helping others see how their efforts align with a greater purpose. We treasure Honesty – communicating openly and truthfully, admitting mistakes when they occur, and honoring commitments. We honor Humility – leading with a servant's heart by prioritizing the needs of others above our own.

We live with Joy – celebrating small and big wins alike, inspiring connection and shared joy. We offer Respect – addressing everyone by name and honoring diverse perspectives and backgrounds. We value Responsibility – performing every task timely with diligence and excellence and holding ourselves accountable by openly evaluating our performance. We engage in Service – going above and beyond in serving others by anticipating needs and delivering exceptional experiences.

Essential Functions

· Provide direct nursing care to child, and adolescent campers and staff, including assessment and treatment of common illnesses and injuries.

· Administer medications in accordance with physician standing orders, state licensure requirements, and camp policies.

· Perform health screen for campers and staff; identify health concerns requiring follow-up.

· Develop and implement care plans for campers with chronic or acute medical conditions, coordinating with families, physicians, and counselors.

· Maintain accurate, confidential medical records and daily health logs in compliance with applicable regulations.

· Respond to medical emergencies, initiate first aid or emergency care, and coordinate with local emergency services when necessary.

· Educate campers and staff on health, safety, and wellness practices appropriate to the camp environment.

· Monitor health trends within the camp community and recommend preventative or corrective actions to leadership.

· Participate in staff training related to health, infection control, CPR, first aid, and emergency response.

Performs other duties and tasks as assigned by leadership

Qualifications

Required Qualifications

· Bachelor’s degree in nursing (BSN) required.

· Current Registered Nurse (RN) licensure in the state in which the camp operates.

· Prior experience in pediatric, school, community health, or camp nursing settings strongly preferred.

· Demonstrated ability to manage multiple health needs in a fast-paced, non-traditional care environment.

· Active RN license in good standing.

· CPR and First Aid certification required; advanced pediatric or emergency certifications preferred where applicable.

All YMCA team members are expected to maintain a current and active status for all safety, risk, and programming certifications defined by the YMCA of Greater Charlotte.