What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff: Day Camp Nurse position at Berwick Academy?
Berwick Academy is excited to welcome a licensed Day Camp Nurse (or a team of two part-time nurses) to support our vibrant and joyful summer community. This position is essential in ensuring the health, safety, and well-being of our day campers, who range in age from 4 to 18, across our beautiful 80 acre campus.
We are hiring for either one full-time nurse (35 hours/week) or two part-time nurses to share coverage across the 8-week season. Whether you're looking to work the full summer or interested in a flexible part-time schedule, we invite you to apply.
Why Berwick?
This is a day camp nurse position—there are no overnight responsibilities. You will provide on-site health care, medication administration, first aid, and health record oversight for campers and staff during the regular camp day. You'll serve as a key health advocate, supporting camper well-being in both proactive and responsive ways.
Camp Dates: June 16 – August 15, 2025
Camp Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM (arrival at 8:30 AM on Mondays)
Note: Camp is in session on June 19 and July 4.
Primary Responsibilities
We are hiring for either one full-time nurse (35 hours/week) or two part-time nurses to share coverage across the 8-week season. Whether you're looking to work the full summer or interested in a flexible part-time schedule, we invite you to apply.
Why Berwick?
- Summer camp enrollment for your child(ren) ages 4–18
- Optional on-campus housing available for full-time summer staff
- A warm, supportive, and mission-driven environment
- Work with a passionate team on a beautiful outdoor campus
- Be part of a fun and close-knit seasonal community—and experience the full magic of the Berwick community
This is a day camp nurse position—there are no overnight responsibilities. You will provide on-site health care, medication administration, first aid, and health record oversight for campers and staff during the regular camp day. You'll serve as a key health advocate, supporting camper well-being in both proactive and responsive ways.
Camp Dates: June 16 – August 15, 2025
Camp Hours: Monday–Friday, 9:00 AM – 3:00 PM (arrival at 8:30 AM on Mondays)
Note: Camp is in session on June 19 and July 4.
Primary Responsibilities
- Deliver first aid and oversee safe medication administration
- Maintain confidential camper health records and daily logs
- Monitor camper health concerns and coordinate with families as needed
- Assist in health screenings and assess medical histories upon arrival
- Maintain a clean, organized, and regulation-compliant health center
- Travel across campus via golf cart to provide timely support
- Collaborate with the camp leadership team to review health policies and practices
- Participate in staff orientation and mid-season check-ins
- Registered Nurse (RN) or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), licensed in Maine
- Experience in pediatrics, school nursing, or youth settings preferred
- Current CPR for the Professional Rescuer certification
- Excellent communication skills with children and adults
- Organized, flexible, calm under pressure, and comfortable working independently
- Willingness to drive a golf cart across campus as needed
- This is an hourly paid position; the rate will be based on experience and qualifications.
- Compensation may be adjusted depending on benefit access such as on-campus childcare and housing options.
- Weekly hours are approximately 35 for full-time or can be divided for part-time coverage.
