Overnight Camp Nurse, RN/RPN/Student Nurse

Job summary

The Overnight Camp Nurse provides comprehensive nursing care, including medication administration, health assessments, and illness or injury management for campers and staff. They are responsible for maintaining accurate medical records and providing on-call coverage to ensure a safe and healthy camp environment.

Job details

Kayla's Children Centre is a multi-disciplinary centre for children with special needs. Our mission is to provide high-quality, cutting-edge, educational, therapeutic, and recreational programs for infants, children and teens with special needs, and to assist their families by offering support and respite. The right candidate will have an organized and efficient work ethic and enjoy working as part of a goal-oriented and cohesive team in support of KCC's mission. We value individuals possessing a growth mindset. If you are interested in utilizing your skills in a truly rewarding and meaningful capacity, then this might be the place for you. Job Title: Overnight Camp Nurse Location: Camp Lionheart, Muskoka Reports to: Head of Medical Centre Duration: Summer season. 1st Session: Aug 2-13, 2026 2nd Session: Aug 16-25, 2026 About Lionheart Camp Lionheart is an overnight camp in Muskoka, Canada that is intentionally designed for children with disabilities and complex medical needs. Position Summary The Overnight Camp Nurse is responsible for providing comprehensive nursing care to campers and staff in an overnight camp setting. This role includes medication administration, health assessments, illness and injury management, and collaboration with camp leadership to ensure a safe, healthy camp environment. The nurse works primarily from the camp infirmary and is on-call during assigned hours. Position may require some night shifts throughout the summer season. Key Responsibilities Administer scheduled and PRN medications in accordance with physician orders and camp policies Conduct health assessments and provide nursing interventions for illness, injury, and behavioral/medical concerns Maintain accurate medical records, including medication logs and treatment notes Respond to medical emergencies and coordinate care with EMS or external healthcare providers as needed Provide overnight on-call coverage and respond to camper or staff health concerns after hours Monitor campers with chronic conditions, medical needs, or behavioral support plans Communicate health concerns with parents/guardians and healthcare providers as appropriate Collaborate with counselors and leadership to support camper well-being Ensure infection prevention, first aid supplies, and infirmary organization Follow all camp policies, Ontario nursing regulations, and scope of practice Qualifications Current licensure as a Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Practical Nurse (RPN) licensed to work in Ontario (CNO Registration) Students that have completed 50% of their Accredited Nursing Program are welcome to apply as well. Current CPR and First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain) Experience in pediatrics, community health, emergency nursing, or camp nursing preferred Ability to work independently and make sound clinical judgments Strong communication and documentation skills Comfortable working overnight and in an overnight camp environment Benefits Competitive seasonal compensation ($1000-$2000/week) Room and board provided Supportive team environment Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on health and safety of campers with medical complexities.

What you’ll do

The Overnight Camp Nurse provides comprehensive nursing care, including medication administration, health assessments, and illness or injury management for campers and staff. They are responsible for maintaining accurate medical records and providing on-call coverage to ensure a safe and healthy camp environment.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a current RN or RPN license in Ontario or be a nursing student who has completed at least 50% of their program. Current CPR and First Aid certification are required, along with the ability to work independently in an overnight camp setting.

Benefits

• Room and board provided
• Supportive team environment

Listed skills

• Documentation · Preferred
• First Aid · Preferred
• CPR · Preferred
• Infection Prevention · Preferred
• Clinical care · Preferred
• Communication · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Nursing
• Medication administration
• Health assessment
• Illness management
• Injury management
• Emergency response
• Pediatric nursing
• Community health
• Clinical judgment
• Documentation
• First aid
• CPR
• Infection prevention
• Patient care
• Communication
• Management
• Strong Work Ethic
• Leadership
• Growth Mindedness
• Health Assessment
• Nursing Care
• Pediatrics
• Registered Nurse (RN)
• Emergency Medical Services
• Medication Administration
• Computerized Physician Order Entry
• Infection Control
• Chronic Diseases
• Community Health
• Registration
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
• First Aid Certification
• Goal-Oriented
• Disabilities
• Medical Records
• Special Needs Children
• Nursing Interventions Classification
• Emergency Nursing
• First Aid Supply Management
• Registered Practical Nurse

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Social Services
• Sports & Recreation
• Camp Nurse
• Registered Nurse (General)
• Nursing Professionals
• Registered Nurses

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