What are the responsibilities and job description for the Summer Camp Nurse position at Sunrise Day Camp?
Sunrise Day Camp, for children ages 3 ½ - 16, is the only dedicated full summer day camp in the world for children with cancer and their siblings. It is a camp designed to meet the emotional, social, recreational and physical needs of these children while allowing them to enjoy the comforts and safety of their own homes at night.
Sunrise Day Camp offers a full, multi-week summer activity program plus year- round camp-like programs. These additional programs take place at our campgrounds and other locations that provide exclusive use of their facilities. Additionally, our in-hospital program Sunrise On Wheels allows children to experience “camp” in the hospital by providing activities for those who are awaiting treatment.
Best of all, Sunrise Day Camp is offered free of charge to all children being treated for cancer and their siblings on a non-sectarian basis. By raising the needed funds from outside sources instead of charging the parents, we can help to alleviate some of the costs, and the related stress, that parents incur caring for a sick child throughout the year. Children who have received medical clearance from their physicians are welcome to attend. Though 7.5 weeks of camp programming is offered, children may register and attend any and every day they feel well enough to do so.
Nurses at Sunrise Day Camp have the ability to choose the days they work at camp. Nurses work alongside other nurses, EMTs, as well as our Wellness Center Coordinators to support campers and staff throughout the day.
Key Areas of Responsibility
- Provide routine first aid for injuries incurred during the camp day
- Provide proper care for campers and staff who aren't feeling well
- Medication administration (OTC and prescribed)
- Maintain routine supplies and first aid equipment as needed
- Maintain accurate and detailed medical records that adhere to NY City/State DOH regulations.
- Complete incident report forms as needed
- Communicate with parents as needed
- Ensure proper precautions are taken to protect everyone concerned when a communicable disease exists or threatens
- Implement medical plans and protocols that meet the goals and objectives of the camp
Certifications
- RN - NY State License Required
- Current BLS –AED/CPR certification
- Pediatric, Oncology Pediatrics or School nurses preferred
Camp will run from June 30th - August 15th, 2025, with mandatory training sessions throughout June. Dates are TBD.
ALL STAFF MUST BE VACCINATED FOR COVID.
Job Type: Contract
Pay: From $250.00 per day
Schedule:
- Day shift
Work Location: In person
Salary : $250