Camp Nurse (RN) Lakeside Overnight Camp, Summer 2026
Job Description
Job Description
Camp Nurse (RN) – Lakeside Overnight Camp, Summer 2026
Location: Amherst, NH
Employment Type: Full-Time, Seasonal (June 17 – August 13, 2026)
About Client
A long-standing lakeside overnight camp in southern New Hampshire serving 200–250 campers per session, ages 8–15. The health team includes four live-in RNs, nursing students, and full leadership support. A warm, inclusive, community-driven culture where nurses are set up to thrive without burnout.
Compensation & Benefits
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Base Salary: $1,200–$1,400/week — Based on experience and qualifications
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Relocation Assistance: Travel expenses covered
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Shift: Structured Early, Mid, and Late shifts with guaranteed breaks; Late shift includes on-call responsibility but does not require staying awake
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Benefits Package: Private room and bath; all meals included; camp-age children welcome to attend; pets negotiable
Job Summary
Join a four-nurse live-in health team caring for campers and staff across a full residential summer season. The role spans clinical assessment, medication management, and parent communication—all within a structured shift model built to keep the medical team energized and effective.
Key Responsibilities
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Perform ongoing nursing assessments and deliver care to campers and staff throughout the day
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Keep health records complete, current, and accurate
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Oversee medication packaging, storage, and administration; lead four daily med passes
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Respond promptly to on-site injuries, illnesses, and urgent health needs
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Brief camp leadership on meaningful health developments in a timely manner
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Engage with parents in a professional, friendly, and reassuring way
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Help keep the Health Center organized, calm, and welcoming at all times
Minimum Requirements
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Active RN license in New Hampshire or a Compact state
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Comfortable working with children ages 8–15 in a residential camp setting
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Strong communication skills with kids, staff, and parents
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Reliable and committed; able to fulfill the full summer season
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Enthusiastic and engaged participation in a community-centered camp environment
Ideal Qualifications
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Background in pediatrics, school nursing, camp healthcare, or emergency medicine
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Thrives in a close-knit, collaborative team environment
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Energetic and personable; brings warmth and positivity to every interaction
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.
Apply with us or reach out today at www.riostaffing.com to find your perfect role.