Description
Head Camp Nurse
Employment Type: Seasonal, up to full-time
Season Dates: June 15 – August 9, 2026 (approximately 9 weeks)
Compensation: Competitive weekly salary, commensurate with experience
Required Qualification: Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Michigan
Position Summary
Latvian Center Garezers seeks an experienced and highly responsible Head Camp Nurse to lead all health services during the summer camp season. The Head Camp Nurse oversees Health Center operations, manages medications, provides first aid and emergency care, and serves as a key member of the summer leadership team.
The Head Camp Nurse is available on a 24-hour on-call basis while programs are in session and plays a central role in promoting camper and staff health, safety, and wellness across all summer programs.
About Latvian Center Garezers
Latvian Center Garezers is a nonprofit cultural and educational organization founded in 1965, serving youth of Latvian descent under the motto “For God and Latvia.” Garezers operates multiple summer programs serving over 300 campers ages 5–18. Programs emphasize outdoor recreation, environmental education, leadership development, and community life.
Benefits & Compensation
- Competitive weekly salary based on experience and scope of responsibility
- Daily meals provided at no cost through the Latvian Center Dining Hall
- Furnished on-site housing provided at no cost during the summer season
Requirements
Qualifications (Minimum Requirements)
- Graduate of an accredited professional nursing program
- Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the State of Michigan
- American Heart Association Basic Life Support (BLS) for Healthcare Providers certification
- Experience working with children or youth, preferably in a camp or communal setting
- Ability to assess, treat, and respond to a wide range of health needs for ages 5–18
- Unrestricted driver’s license
- Completion of required health history record and medical examination
- Strong written and verbal communication skills
- Ability to work effectively with children, parents, counselors, and leadership staff
- Knowledge of the Latvian language is not required
Health Center & Clinical Care
- Provide nursing care in accordance with the nursing process and Michigan Scope of Practice
- Oversee daily Health Center operations, including medication administration, documentation, and infection control
- Provide walk-in first aid services and emergency response
- Coordinate care with outside medical providers and emergency services when needed
- Maintain accurate, confidential health records using the camp’s electronic medical record system
Leadership & Supervision
- Serve as the clinical leader for all health-related matters during summer programs
- Supervise and coordinate any supporting health staff or volunteers
- Participate as a member of the summer leadership team, contributing to daily operations and planning
- Attend scheduled leadership meetings during the summer season
Staff Training & Education
- Plan and present staff health and safety training sessions, including pre-camp and in-season trainings
- Provide education on illness prevention, injury response, medications, hydration, heat safety, and wellness
- Serve as a resource for counselors and instructional staff regarding camper health concerns
- Support continuing education and wellness initiatives throughout the camp season
Program Safety & Risk Management
- Collaborate with Activity Directors to support safe design and supervision of camp activities
- Assist with surveillance of activity areas as requested
- Address prevention strategies and crisis management issues as outlined in Program Manuals
- Support emergency preparedness planning, drills, and incident response
Equipment & Systems Used
- Medical and first-aid equipment
- Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems
- Laundry equipment (washers and dryers)
- Fire protection equipment as needed
- Camp vehicles, including golf carts, when authorized
Physical & Environmental Requirements
- Ability to maintain a demanding summer schedule with extended hours
- Ability to respond quickly and effectively to medical emergencies
- Capacity for standing, walking, lifting, and assisting individuals as needed
- Ability to navigate uneven terrain in a rustic outdoor environment
- working in an active, communal summer camp setting
