Camp Nurse

Job Description

Mass Audubon is the largest nature-based conservation organization in New England. Founded in 1896 by two women who fought for the protection of birds, Mass Audubon carries on their legacy by focusing on the greatest challenges facing the environment today: the loss of biodiversity, inequitable access to nature, and climate change. With the help of our 160,000 members and supporters, we protect wildlife, conserve and restore resilient land, advocate for impactful environmental policies, offer nationally recognized education programs for adults and children, and provide endless opportunities to experience the outdoors at our wildlife sanctuaries.

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Imagine a place where children can develop their interest in the outdoors, play together, and gain comfort and confidence in the natural world. That place is Mass Audubon's summer camp programs. Each day, campers explore and learn in nature, meet new friends, play games, and have fun! Do you want to share your love of nature and build community? Consider joining our camp staff!

Blue Hills Nature Camp is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) to provide healthcare, respond to medical needs, provide first aid, administer medications, and manage the health center for our summer camp program. The Camp Nurse provides essential healthcare services to campers and staff in a dynamic outdoor environment and is responsible for ensuring the safety, wellness, and medical needs of all participants during camp sessions.

The nurse manages daily health concerns, responds to emergencies, and promotes healthy living practices within the camp community. We aim to promote positive youth development, stewardship for the environment, and a respectful and inclusive safe space for all our campers and staff.

• Provide First Aid and nursing care for campers and staff and administer medication as appropriate
• Set up health center and maintain a clean, inviting healthcare center environment, including managing medication and supply inventories
• Collect and review health records and communicate with families and relevant staff about health questions and special needs
• Maintain healthcare logs, incident logs, and all health documentation
• Create and maintain a physically and emotionally safe environment for all campers and make independent safety decisions

At Mass Audubon, our highest priority is finding the best candidate for the job. Research has shown that people of color and women are less likely to apply for jobs if they don’t believe they meet every one of the qualifications described in a job description. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our described qualifications or have a less traditional background.

Required qualifications as per Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MA DPH) regulations, American Camp Association standards and Mass Audubon Policy :

• Current Registered Nurse (RN) license, or higher qualification
• Current CPR Certification
• At least 21 years of age
• Strong communication skills and computer skills to communicate with families and campers and use online health systems
• Documented experience working with children / youth
• Provide documented proof of immunity or vaccination record as mandated by MA DPH; complete camp health form and waiver
• Participate in mandated, paid camp training and utilize learning including: natural history, communication, group management, health and safety, and teaching techniques
• Must be able to move quickly around the property on uneven terrain
• Physically access sanctuary terrain easily by foot
• Ability to effectively interact with others, especially children, in camp’s youth-centered environment
• Ability to adapt to changes in schedule and work assignment

This position starts June 1st, 2026. Camp staff training will be held from June 10th through June 19th, 2026. Camp runs from June 22nd through August 21st, 2026. Hours for this position are 7:00 AM to 3:00 PM on Mondays and Fridays and 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM on Tuesdays, Wednesdays and Thursdays.

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