Summer Camp Nurse – One or Two Week Positions Available

Hawthorne Valley Farm Summer Camp (ages 8-16) has a one to four week work opportunity for a nurse (RN or LPN) at our unique Farm Camps in the heart of the Hudson Valley in Ghent, NY! Enjoy the wonders of nature and animals on our 900-acre Biodynamic Farm where children experience a working farm and, through active participation, learn practical skills, develop social relationships, and gain a deeper sense of self and relationship to nature. Medical needs in the past have been colds, sprains, homesickness, stomach flu, cramps, poison ivy, small cuts and bruises, etc.

Responsibilities:

• This position is responsible for the medical needs of 72 campers ages 8 to 16, and 20 staff per session of camp. This includes our day and residential camps.
• Ensures compliance with the Columbia County Department of Health camp health regulations.
• Overnight presence on campus, and availability for medical needs that may arise.
• Dispensing medicines, performing first aid, daily sick calls
• Maintaining all medical records and documentation on campers and staff
• Liaison to camper parents
• Accompanying campers/staff to doctors when needed
• Provide a nurturing and responsive environment to campers, guests and other staff members.
• Help to ensure the smooth operations of the daily needs of the camp by being flexible and attentive to details.
• Support Camp Director, Camp Managers and counselors with upholding all camp medical protocols
• Support Campers’ behavioral, health, and emotional well-being

Desired Qualifications:

• Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), with current license in New York State, with current CPR/AED certification
• Experience working with children ages 8 to 16 is a plus
• Nurturing personality able to work with all age groups and needs, including home sickness.
• A good work ethic with an ability to be flexible, work as a team member with all age groups.
• Strong time management, communication, organizational and record keeping skills.
• Strong assessment skills and some knowledge of homeopathic medicines is a plus
• Ability to live on campus in private room for the duration of the session.
• The ability to lift and carry 50 lbs.
• New nurse graduates are encouraged to apply
• There is a mandatory two-day orientation in June (dates to be determined). The dates of the camp are June 25 to August 4, 2023. The salary for the Summer Camp Nurse is $1300 per week.
• Daily schedule varies, depending on medical and administrative needs, but is typically busier before breakfast and toward the camper’s bedtime. The nurse will get one full day off per week.
• Housing and all meals are provided
• For nurses with children, free camp placement is provided

Session Status

June 25th– 30th One week OPEN

July 16th– 21st One week OPEN

To apply, please send a letter of interest, a current resume, and contact information for three work references (preferably employers who have seen you working with children).

Job Type: Temporary

Pay: $1,300.00 per week

Benefits:

• Employee discount
• Paid housing

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Ghent, NY 12075: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

License/Certification:

• RN or LPN license (Required)

Work Location: In person

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