Camp Nurse

Are you an RN or an LPN? Have availability in summer 2025 between June 16th and August 15th, and love kids and camp? Come work, live, and play with us this summer! Becket-Chimney Corners YMCA, a premier overnight summer camp for youth in Southern New England, is seeking Camp Nurses.  

This job announcement is not intended to be inclusive of all functions, responsibilities and qualifications associated with the position, however, representative of the essential job functions and typical criteria considered necessary to successfully perform the position.

• Provide Health Care services at their assigned camp.  Work within specific scope determined by level of licensure and the BCCYMCA Health Care Standing Orders. Consult the Camp Physician as circumstances dictate
• Health care services include emergencies, illnesses, in-patient care, sick calls, and transport of patients to specialist or hospital, medication administration, etc.
• Communicate with camper/participant families as needed/appropriate
• Provide the Camp Director / Operations Director with daily reports and trends. Inform camp staff of health issues and necessary care as needed
• Maintain health records files, daily log, and treatment book, etc.  Ensure the completion of all paperwork submit all forms in a timely fashion  
• Maintain medical equipment, supplies, first aid kits, medicines, etc.
• Help to ensure that the Infirmary is kept clean, quiet, and prepared to deal with emergency and on-going health care at the camp

While many of the skills described are important or required, please let us know if you have alternative experiences or skills that make you well-suited for a position.  As a values-based organization, we feel you will be happiest with us if you embrace and share the ideals and values of Becket-Chimney Corners YMCA. We strive to create a positive, supportive and fun work environment for our staff.  It is expected that every member of our staff team treats others in a kind, fair and respectful manner. 

• 18 years of age or older
• Experience working with children
• Currently certified as an RN or LPN in MA
• Must be able to provide proof of a physical within the last 18 months and proof that you are up to date on all required immunizations. 
• Under Massachusetts state law, our campus is a drug- and alcohol-free zone.  No one, regardless of legal age, is permitted to consume alcohol or drugs including nicotine or tobacco products (including e-cigarettes) on the Becket-Chimney Corners properties.

• Housing and meals are provided on-site at no cost to the seasonal employee as part of the experience
• Gain valuable leadership and management skills that will help prepare you for future career opportunities and will reflect valuable work experience on your resume.
• Becket-Chimney Corners is located in the heart of the Berkshires, which is internationally acclaimed for the arts and cultural venues.
• Planned staff outings are available for staff time off. Camp provides transportation to local towns and cultural experiences for seasonal staff who do not have their own vehicle.  
• Work with other young adults from all over the US and from abroad. Many seasonal staff make lifelong connections working at camp.
• Access to a large network of camp alumni who can support you as resources for internships and career development.

OUR CULTURE: 
Our mission and core values are brought to life by our culture. In the Y, we strive to live our cause of strengthening communities with purpose and intentionality every day.  We are welcoming: we are open to all. We are a place where you can belong and become. We are genuine: we value you and embrace your individuality. We are hopeful: we believe in you and your potential to become a catalyst in the world. We are nurturing: we support you in your journey to develop your full potential. We are determined: above all else, we are on a relentless quest to make our community stronger beginning with you.