Camp health officer (nurse): live in austin for spring break!

The Commitment:

Camp runs March 14, 2027- March 20, 2027. This is an immersive, overnight experience where you’ll be the heart of your cabin's world. Note that staff members live on-site.

Paid Training & Support:

Paid Staff Training will take place: March 5-7

Our Locations

• Lake Travis (Ages 12-15): A classic hill country setup in the Turkey Bend Recreation Area. Think lake swimming, high ropes courses, and sunset sports.
• Zilker Lodge (Ages 8-11): Located in the heart of central Austin. You’ll spend your days canoeing Lady Bird Lake, hiking the Greenbelt, and exploring Zilker Park.

About the Role: Camp Health Officer

At Austin Sunshine Camps, our mission is to provide campers with a safe, transformative environment to grow, connect, and explore. As the Camp Health Officer / Camp Nurse, you will champion the physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being of our campers, staff, and volunteers.

We are seeking a compassionate, high-energy leader with strong crisis-management skills, high emotional intelligence, and experience in youth medical best practices and trauma-informed care.

Core Responsibilities

• Healthcare & First Aid: Oversee daily Health Center operations, administer and log medications, provide first aid, and lead emergency medical responses.
• Staff Training & Support: Help design and deliver pre-camp health and safety training for seasonal staff; provide ongoing guidance on medical accommodations and trauma-informed care during sessions.
• Individualized Care Plans: Partner with Camp Directors, families, and counselors to create and implement practical accommodations for youth with specific medical or health needs.
• Administration & Compliance: Maintain precise digital health records (CampBrain) and Medication Administration Records (MAR); strictly uphold health department and American Camp Association (ACA) standards.
• Communication & Coordination: Serve as the primary point of contact for parents regarding camper health, coordinate physician or urgent care visits when necessary, and handle post-incident reporting.

Requirements:

• You are a registered nurse or licensed vocational nurse (preferred)
• You have an American Red Cross Emergency Response certificate or its equivalent (required if not an RN or LVN)
• You have pediatric and/or previous camp nursing experience (preferred)
• You have the ability to pass a national criminal background check
• You keep neat and orderly records
• You’re able to stay on site while camp is in session (including overnights)

Compensation & Benefits

$1,230.80 for the camp session + additional paid training

Full Room & Board: Free lodging and all meals/snacks provided while camp is in session.

Impact: A camp session of personal growth and the chance to make a lifelong difference in the lives of a diverse group of campers.