Camp Nurse H Camp Owahta - McGraw, NY

Overview

Care for scrapes, soothe worries, and keep the adventure going at 4-H Camp Owahta! 4-H Camp Owahta, owned and operated by the Cornell Cooperative Extension Association of Cortland County, is a vibrant 128-acre camp in McGraw, NY, complete with cabins, a rustic lodge, a waterfront, sports fields, and wooded trails. Each summer, the camp serves over 400 youth through its overnight and day camp programs.

The Camp Nurse is a crucial part of summer camp’s success, and camp could not run without one! The Camp Nurse oversees the health and safety of all 4-H Camp Owahta campers and staff.

• Full-time exempt, 100% FTE.
• Summer salary: $7,000.00 to $9,000.00, commensurate with experience.
• No sponsorship for employment visa status.

• NYS Licensed Physician
• NYS Licensed Nurse Practitioner (NP)
• NYS Licensed Physician Assistant (PA)
• NYS Licensed Registered Nurse (RN)
• NYS Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
• Work the entire camp season and staff training week;
  June 29‑July 3 and July 5‑August 14.
• Stay on camp property at all times when campers are present.
• Build positive, approachable relationships with youth, parents, and staff.
• Live at 4-H Camp Owahta during the entire camp season (July 5‑August 14, 2026).
• Work flexible hours, including evenings and weekends.
• Current CPR and First Aid certification from courses approved by the NYS Department of Health (will recertify if necessary).
• Experience in children and adult illness/injury care.
• Read and follow directions on medication labels, health forms, physician orders, and parent letters.
• Communicate with parents and staff about camper health concerns.
• Receptiveness to guidance, supervision, and feedback.

• Work well with others.
• Menu planning for a variety of dietary needs.
• Experience working with children and youth in an outdoor environment.
• Experience and/or training with addressing mental health challenges and situations.

• Infirmary Operations, Supplies & Set‑Up (95%)
  • One week prior and during staff training: clean, organize, and stock the infirmary.
  • Maintain a stocked infirmary throughout the camp season.
  • Communicate with the Outdoor Recreation Director about medical supplies needed.
  • Assist in preparing and distributing first aid kits throughout camp.
• Health Care, Monitoring & Medication Management
  • Meet the health care needs of each camper and staff member.
  • Monitor the health of all campers and staff each day.
  • Develop and maintain a schedule for administering all camper medications.
  • Report any health concerns or symptoms of illness to the Outdoor Recreation Director immediately.
  • Read and follow all healthcare policies and procedures within the 4-H Camp Department of Health Safety Plan.
  • Supervise sanitation conditions throughout camp.
  • Be aware of and proactive to camper and staff physical, emotional, and mental needs.
  • Document, maintain records of all visits to the infirmary, and retain data in a double‑locked location at camp.
  • Complete any additional paperwork needed for accidents, incidents, or injuries.
• Staff Training, Communication & Collaboration
  • Provide a medical orientation to staff during training week.
  • Communicate and support camper behavior management to camp leadership.
  • Cooperate and actively engage with directors, volunteers, and counselors in all camp activities.
  • Maintain positive rapport with all campers, families, staff, volunteers, and camp visitors.
  • Serve as a positive role model for campers and staff through attitude, body language, and behavior.
  • Abide by and role‑model all 4-H Camp Owahta rules, policies, and procedures throughout the summer camp season.
• Professional Improvement and Other Duties (5%)
  • Attend staff training week, participate in staff meetings and required training events.
  • Submit all required or requested reports in a timely manner.
  • Perform other duties as assigned by the Outdoor Recreation Director and Day Camp Director.
• Health and Safety
  • Support the Association to maintain a safe working environment.
  • Follow federal, state, local regulations, association health and safety policy/procedure/requirement and standard.
  • Act proactively to prevent accidents/injuries and communicate hazards to supervisors when identified.