What are the responsibilities and job description for the Head Nurse for Summer Program | Registered Nurse position at Rio Staffing?
Location: Westport, NY
Employment Type: Full-Time (June 16 – August 9, 2025)
Our client operates a highly regarded summer music camp and residential conservatory program located in the Adirondacks. Students arrive from domestic and international music institutions to participate in advanced programming and ensemble activity. The environment is immersive, structured, and physically active, making comprehensive health management essential throughout the duration of residency.
Base Salary: $1,500–$1,700 weekly, dependent on experience
Starting Bonus: Not offered
Relocation Assistance: Travel stipend included
Shift: Onsite full-time with rotating days off
Benefits Include:
Housing in a private AC-equipped room
Daily dining services provided
Access to practice facilities, campus recreation, and community programming
This individual acts as the primary medical authority onsite, managing all care decisions, documentation, and safety measures within a 3-bed infirmary. The Head Nurse also supports medication management, triage response, and supervision of all medical activities related to campers and staff.
Oversee campsite-wide medical readiness
Conduct physical screenings and health intake processing
Lead urgent response efforts in collaboration with directors
Maintain controlled medication records and dispensing schedules
Maintain sanitation standards for infirmary and supplies
Facilitate external care visits including transport
Communicate health updates to families and staff
Track and mitigate potential communicable illnesses
NY RN or LPN license in good standing (or pending eligibility)
CPR/AED/First Aid certifications
Ability to reside onsite and take part-time on-call coverage
Demonstrated comfort working with adolescent and young adult populations
Previous experience in schools, camps, or student housing settings
Ability to prioritize, assess, and resolve clinical needs quickly
Strong verbal communication
Wilderness First Aid desirable
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Salary : $1,500 - $1,700