Health Care Center Nurse

Health Care Center Nurse

Windridge Tennis & Sports Camps - ACA-Accredited Camp

Mid-June through Mid-August

Compensation: $1,600 per week

Benefits:
Room and board included; full use of tennis courts and camp facilities

Team Environment:
Work alongside another on-site nurse

The Health Care Center Nurse is an integral part of the Windridge Tennis & Sports Camps community and works closely with the Camp Director, camp staff, and another on-site nurse to ensure consistent, high-quality health care throughout the summer. This role supports the health, safety, and well-being of campers and staff while contributing to a warm, energetic residential camp environment focused on athletic development, sportsmanship, and fun.

• Licensed in the appropriate state as a Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Registered Nurse (RN), Nurse Practitioner (NP), or Physician’s Assistant (PA)
• Experience working with children and young adults preferred
• Current CPR and First Aid certifications
• Ability to assist in developing, updating, and monitoring health care plans and records
• Strong organizational, communication, and problem-solving skills

Reports directly to the Camp Director

• Serve as a nurse in the camp Health Care Center
• Collaborate with another on-site nurse to coordinate coverage and care
• Support health, safety, and cleanliness standards throughout camp
• Work with camp leadership to help maintain a safe and healthy environment for all

• Ensure all campers and staff have required health history and examination forms on file
• Assist in establishing and maintaining systems for health screenings for arriving campers, staff, and off-camp trips
• Maintain medical records, including daily medical logs and accident/incident reports
• Manage and safeguard medications in accordance with approved standing orders
• Inventory medical supplies and place orders as needed
• Post daily medication and health-call hours
• Schedule medical and dental appointments with local providers when necessary
• Maintain, issue, and track first-aid kits
• Monitor the health of campers and all staff, including support staff
• Evaluate camp procedures, facilities, and conditions and recommend improvements to promote health and safety
• Participate in risk-management documentation and assessment
• Perform additional duties as assigned to support camp operations
• Participate in and lead staff training related to camp health and safety
• Provide instruction in CPR, first aid, and universal precautions for infection control

• Ability to communicate clearly and train staff in health, safety, and emergency procedures
• Ability to drive to local health care facilities and emergency treatment locations
• Physical ability to lift or assist campers or staff in emergency or health-related situations
• Visual and cognitive ability to read prescriptions, medical forms, and health records
• Ability to move quickly throughout camp, including to remote areas
• Auditory ability to communicate by phone with medical providers and emergency services
• Ability to observe and assess camp conditions for health and safety concerns