Independent Clinical Nurse (RN) - Residential Summer Camp

Independent Clinical Nurse (RN) – Residential Summer Camp

With Relocation

Employment Type: Full-Time, Seasonal (Summer)

About Client

This collaborative residential youth organization runs an active summer camp heavily focused on the well-being of its participants. They empower their medical personnel with strong leadership backing, supplying the resources and clinical independence necessary to successfully manage community health in a dynamic, outdoor setting.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base Salary: Competitive — Based on experience and qualifications
• Shift: Fully residential; requires residing on-campus for the entire summer season
• Benefits Package: Rewarding, pediatric-focused nursing experience embedded within a highly supportive and close-knit outdoor community

Job Summary

Step outside the traditional hospital system and serve as the central medical resource for a vibrant summer camp. This role empowers you to practice with high autonomy, managing daily pediatric health, acute triage, and preventative care while enjoying the unique rhythm of a community-focused, outdoor environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive medical attention, encompassing emergency triage, routine first aid, and medication distribution
• Maintain secure, up-to-date, and highly accurate health logs and incident reports for all campers and faculty
• Perform initial wellness evaluations during intake and continually monitor community health trends all season
• Act as the primary medical liaison, updating parents and guardians regarding camper health with professionalism and clarity
• Partner with camp directors to enforce safety protocols and navigate any emerging clinical situations seamlessly

Minimum Requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license or valid Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) credential in good standing
• Valid, current certifications in First Aid and CPR
• Commitment and willingness to live on-site for the full duration of the summer program
• Highly collaborative demeanor, capable of adapting easily to a shared, community-living environment

Ideal Qualifications

• Previous nursing background in school clinics, pediatric units, or residential youth programs
• Strong capacity for autonomous clinical decision-making without the immediate infrastructure of a hospital

How to Apply

At Rio Staffing, we specialize in connecting skilled professionals with well-run organizations and high-quality programs. We support you through every step of the process—from application and interview coordination to aligning opportunities with your experience, certifications, schedule preferences, and long-term career goals.

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