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About Mass Audubon
Mass Audubon is the largest nature-based conservation organization in New England. Founded in 1896 by two women who fought for the protection of birds, Mass Audubon carries on their legacy by focusing on the greatest challenges facing the environment today: the loss of biodiversity, inequitable access to nature, and climate change. With the help of our 160,000 members and supporters, we protect wildlife, conserve and restore resilient land, advocate for impactful environmental policies, offer nationally recognized education programs for adults and children, and provide endless opportunities to experience the outdoors at our wildlife sanctuaries. Explore, find inspiration, and take action at massaudubon.org.

About Mass Audubon Camps
Imagine a place where children can develop their interest in the outdoors, play together, and gain comfort and confidence in the natural world. That place is Mass Audubon's summer camp programs. Each day, campers explore and learn in nature, meet new friends, play games, and have fun! Do you want to share your love of nature and build community? Consider joining our camp staff!

About This Position
The Camp Nurse in conjunction with the Camp Director team is responsible for overseeing the health and safety of campers and staff. The Camp Nurse has specific relationships with other health care staff which may include volunteer/staff physicians, EMT’s, or other designated medical staff. General camp clean-up and housekeeping often identifies the relationship with the Camp Counselors and the Health Care Supervisor with reference to cleanliness and camper and staff health and to communicate specific health issues.

Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provide health care to meet individual needs of camp staff and campers.
  • Follow health care policies/procedures as described in the Healthcare Manual and treatment procedures
  • Assist with daily medication management.
  • Provide direct care to staff and campers while abiding by the camp’s health care manual, and treatment procedures
  • Organize, maintain, and utilize resources for serving the health and medical needs of the campers and staff; oversee First Aid procedures and supplies
  • Maintain accurate and detailed medical records according to the state and American Camp Association Standards using Wildwood’s camper management system, CampDoc
  • Ensure a staff orientation session is delivered on medical services including: standing orders, clinic hours, specific camper health and social needs, health center procedures, emergency procedures, growth and development of age groups, staff health assessment of campers, policies on contacting parents, transportation to outside health facilities, accident prevention and risk management, nutrition, and first aid in the camp setting
  • Screen all campers and staff who are arriving and departing camp by:
    • Verifying completion of health history and examination (with Healthcare Supervisor)
    • Identify any observable evidence of illness or communicable diseases
    • Keep all medications used by campers and staff
  • Contact parent/guardians concerning the status of their child's health in the following situations: any injury requiring an X-Ray, illness requiring a Health Center stay and emergency treatment/ accident, etc.

Qualifications
At Mass Audubon, our highest priority is finding the best candidate for the job. Research has shown that people of color and women are less likely to apply for jobs if they don’t believe they meet every one of the qualifications described in a job description. We encourage you to apply, even if you don't believe you meet every one of our described qualifications or you have a less traditional background.

Required qualifications as per Massachusetts Department of Public Health (MA DPH) regulations, American Camp Association standards and Mass Audubon Policy:

  • Registered nurse (RN) with a license as required by New Hampshire state law including CPR / BLS certification
  • Experience working with both children and adult illness/injury care; must enjoy working with children
  • Ability to lift/assist campers and staff and meet emergency needs
  • Ability to quickly get to remote locations on camp property over uneven terrain
  • Be willing to work in all weather conditions including: heat, sun, humidity and rain
  • Ability to read and follow directions on medication labels, health forms, physician orders, and parent / guardian letters
  • Assess and address any sanitation and safety conditions of the camp
  • Ability to communicate with parent/ guardians, staff, and administration about camper or staff health concerns
  • Ability to effectively interact with others, especially children, in camp’s youth-centered environment
  • Ability to adapt to changes in schedule and work assignment
  • Ability to drive to offsite locations such as camp sites, physician, hospital, etc.
  • Must be willing and able to use basic first aid supplies, golf cart, computers, walkie talkies, telephone, email; medical support via Jaffrey EMS above and beyond the scope of the standing orders is 7 miles away

Perks of Working at Mass Audubon

  • “Pro- Deal” discounts on outdoor clothing, equipment and more
  • Network with Mass Audubon staff (Conservation, Education, Climate Science, etc.)

Compensation and Benefits
This position’s base salary begins at $1,400 per week; actual salary will reflect level of experience and qualifications relative to position requirements. Compensation includes housing and meals for the duration of employment. This is not a benefits eligible position.

Work Schedule
Staff Training: June 16-June 21, 2025
Camp: June 22-August 9, 2025

The Camp Nurse is responsible for camper and staff health and safety at all times of day and night except when on time off.

All Mass Audubon Camp Staff undergo mandatory training prior to interacting with campers. If you have a strong desire to work with campers in an outdoor environment and are interested in learning how to teach and effectively lead groups, please apply.

Other Requirements
Employees must successfully complete a CORI and SORI Background Check and a Motor Vehicle Record (if applicable) is required.

Mass Audubon’s Commitment to Diversity, Equity, Inclusion, & Justice
Mass Audubon embraces diversity and equal opportunity in a serious way. We are dedicated to forming a team that represents a variety of backgrounds, perspectives, and skills. The more inclusive we are, the better our work will be. People of color are strongly encouraged to apply.

Mass Audubon’s mission is to “protect the nature of Massachusetts for people and for wildlife” by building a strong coalition of employees, volunteers, and community members. We recognize that the environmental movement and field of conservation have been affected by societal systems that have limited opportunity and access for many people. As a result, Mass Audubon is committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. We are engaged in an ongoing process of organizational assessment and change, designed to remove barriers and create a workplace where all forms of diversity are recognized and valued.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement
Mass Audubon is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees and applicants. Mass Audubon prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.