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Camp Nurse
Full Job Description
The Malvern Day Camp Nurse ensures the health and safety of all on-site summer campers, team members and visitors; obtains and maintains health records and documents as required by Malvern Day Camp and ACA. Administers basic first aid and medications and responds to emergencies as necessary. Children in Summer Camp range from 5-14 years of age.
The hours of this full-time, seasonal position are from 8:15am-4:15pm, Monday through Friday. Malvern Day Camp runs from mid June to late August 2026. There will be mandatory training dates before camp begins.
Benefits of Working at Camp:
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Work in an active and professional environment with both indoor and outdoor facilities.
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Gain hands-on experience working with children in a structured setting.
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Develop new relationships with peers
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Gain knowledge through mentoring with Camp Directors
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Make a difference in the campers’ summer experience
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Become a child's hero.
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Learn leadership skills.
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Competitive Wages
Responsibilities:
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Monitor, evaluate, and follow appropriate MDC health and safety procedures and routines
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Administer appropriate care in compliance with PA Department of Health and ACA standards
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Assist parents and team members with medical questions
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Collect medication and information throughout the camp season
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Communicate and health concerns to families and Directors.
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Manage camp nurse’s office, ensure the office is clean, organized, and well maintained
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Maintain supply inventory
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Work effectively with other team members
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Serve as a role model to campers and team members
Requirements:
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Minimum of 3rd year nursing student
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Current First aid and CPR certification (The Malvern School provides and pays renewal if needed)
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Proven success working with children and young adults with medical conditions including but not limited to food allergies, diabetes, and seizure disorders (preferred)
Required upon hire
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Completed Background Checks (FBI, Child Abuse, Criminal, NSOR)
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Willingness to complete additional training (Mandated reporting, First Aid/CPR, Water Safety, etc.)