Camp Health Nurse; RN or NP – Lakeside Overnight Camp

Camp Health Nurse (RN or NP) – Lakeside Overnight Camp, Maine, Summer 2026

Location:

Bridgton, ME

Employment Type:

Full-Time, Seasonal (June 11 – August 13, 2026)

About Client

An established overnight camp on a scenic lake property in Bridgton, Maine, with a leadership team known for running a safe, organized, and genuinely positive seasonal program. Nursing staff are woven into the fabric of camp life—recognized, respected, and relied upon.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: $1,200–$1,400/week — Based on experience and qualifications
• Relocation Assistance:
  Travel reimbursement available
• Shift: Flexible coverage across daytime, evening, and on-call hours as required
• Benefits Package:
  Private staff housing; all meals included; full access to camp facilities including gym, lake, and activities; pet-friendly accommodations considered case by case; collaborative seasonal team atmosphere

Job Summary

An immersive seasonal nursing position for an RN or NP who is most at home working with kids outdoors. You'll handle front-line clinical care, keep the Health Center running, and become a steady, reassuring presence that the whole camp community can count on.

Key Responsibilities

• Extend medical care, triage, and first aid to campers and staff across all shifts and throughout the season
• Administer and log medications in line with each individual's health plan
• Keep health records precise, up to date, and handled in accordance with privacy standards
• Watch for and respond to recurring camp health patterns such as illness outbreaks, dehydration, and sun-related concerns
• Connect with parents, guardians, and outside providers when health updates or referrals are needed
• Hold the Health Center to a consistently high standard of cleanliness, organization, and supply readiness
• Educate campers and staff on health, hygiene, and safety habits throughout the summer
• Work hand in hand with camp leadership on emergency preparedness and incident management
• Attend to campers with ongoing or complex health needs including allergies and diabetes with consistency and care
• Anchor the camp's Health Center as a calm, welcoming space that supports overall camper well-being

Minimum Requirements

• Active RN or NP license in Maine or through a Compact state
• At least 1 year of experience with children or youth in a medical or clinical setting
• Current CPR and First Aid certification
• Open schedule including evenings and weekends throughout the season
• Committed to living on-site for the duration of the camp season

Ideal Qualifications

• A genuine love of working with children in a community-centered, outdoor setting
• Communicates with ease and works well as part of a close-knit seasonal team
• Experience in school nursing, pediatric care, or a prior camp health role
• Stays grounded and flexible when the day takes an unexpected turn
• Fully comfortable in a rustic, outdoor residential environment