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Join to apply for the Camp Nonesuch Summer Nurse role at The Rivers School
The Rivers School — a 6-12 co-ed independent day school in Weston, MA, just outside Boston — seeks professionals who are looking to join a dynamic, innovative, and welcoming school community.
Summary: Camp Nonesuch is looking for a licensed Nurse to join our team this summer, to care for children participating in our summer programming. Summer programming will run from June 23, 2025, to August 15, 2025, plus one or two days of training scheduled earlier in June, depending on candidate availability. The schedule is 8:00 am - 4:00 pm, Monday - Friday. The ideal candidate will demonstrate enthusiasm for caring for children and educating campers, staff, and families regarding health, wellness, injury/illness prevention, and medical care. This is a temporary, full-time position, reporting to the Lead Nurse and Camp Director. Based on the duration of the assignment, this position is not eligible for benefits.
Primary Responsibilities:
1. Oversee healthcare for all campers, providing first aid and medically prescribed support and/or services independently.
2. Assess students' health and refer students to urgent care or emergency room as necessary.
3. Communicate by phone and email with parents regarding student health concerns.
4. Keep and maintain confidential records and relevant health data.
5. Maintain knowledge of communicable diseases including COVID, MA state immunization requirements, and other health and safety best practices for school settings.
6. Review and approve physicals prior to camp (review forms before camp start date).
7. Create and distribute Allergy List to Camp Director and Kitchen staff.
8. Work with kitchen staff to ensure food safety for campers with allergies.
9. Collect medications, administer as prescribed, and return medications to parents as per MADPH guidelines at the end of each camp session.
10. Attend all weekly staff meetings.
11. Attend Family Night (2 per summer).
12. Additionally, cover the Conservatory Program at The Rivers School from August 4 - August 15.
Skills and Competencies:
The ideal candidate should have some experience in camp, youth programs, recreation, or working with children.
In addition, the candidate:
1. Must be a Registered Nurse (RN) with a license as required by the state.
2. CPR certification.
3. Experience in both children and adult illness/injury care.
4. Availability for training sessions TBD.
5. Education, First Aid, and BLS certification preferred.
6. Complete a background check.
Physical Requirements:
* Physical ability to respond appropriately to situations requiring first aid. Must be able to assist campers in emergencies and possess the strength and endurance for constant supervision of campers.
Rivers and Camp Nonesuch encourage interest from candidates who will enrich the diversity of identity, experience, and perspectives among our community. We offer BIPOC and LGBTQ+ affinity spaces and professional development to support equity and access.
Research shows that people from marginalized groups often only apply if they meet 100% of qualifications. We encourage you to apply if most qualifications reflect your experience and expertise.
Seniority level
* Entry level
Employment type
* Temporary
Job function
* Health Care Provider
Industries
* Primary and Secondary Education
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