Camp Nurse

Sababa Beachaway is a co-ed residential summer camp for rising 4th through 12th graders, located in Virginia Beach, Virginia. Sababa immerses campers in the magic and majesty of the beach, adds the right amount of Jewish spiritual practice, and provides a fun, non-competitive yet challenging camp experience.

Sababa meaning “no worries” inspires us to be in the moment and fully present in all we do. We believe that surfing, sailing, scuba, ocean arts and ocean science promote wonder, awe, and curiosity - the cornerstones of Sababa Judaism. We celebrate that campers come from all different Jewish backgrounds, and that is what makes the Sababa Beachaway community so awesome!!!

Position Summary:

The Nurse is responsible for attending to all health concerns and needs for campers and staff members. They will provide basic medical care, medication delivery and adhere to common best practice and guidelines. As a member of the leadership team, the Nurse will create a welcoming environment where every camper is comfortable to receive care. They will supervise a second nurse and/or other medical provider. This is a part-time position starting May 2026 (flexible hours) and full-time in-person position at camp in Virginia Beach from mid-June through August 3, 2026.

Essential Job Responsibilities:

• Provide health care to meet individual needs of campers and camp staff;
• Review and organize camper medical records before campers arrive in coordination with Camper Care Director;
• Provide basic first aid and document the treatment of minor injuries and illnesses;
• Administer and document medication delivery to campers and staff and safeguard medications and materials kept in Health Office;
• Determine when a camper or staff member should be seen by a doctor or be taken to the emergency room for further evaluation and coordinate follow up care, if required;
• Accompany campers and staff, as needed, to doctor, emergency or urgent care visits;
• In coordination with the Camper Care Director and/or Camp Director, communicate medical issues, concerns, and treatment protocols with camper parents/guardians;
• Communicate with camper care team and head counselors regarding specific camper medical issues, needs and care;
• Provide staff training on basic first aid and heat related illnesses during staff orientation and provider reminder trainings throughout the summer;
• Work with Operations Director and food service staff to properly manage allergies;
• Develop schedule for “office hours” ensuring a medical professional is available at the Health Office during afternoon and evening activities;
• Develop and implement on-call staffing schedule and procedures for medical issues that may occur overnight;
• Stock and maintain adequate supply of first aid materials and ensure all Go-Bags are stocked/replenished daily;
• Manage the Go-Bag staff assignments to ensure Go-Bags are taken to each specialty/elective and returned afterwards;
• Update and maintain healthcare standing orders and protocols manual; and
• Setup and breakdown/pack health office at the beginning and end of camp season.

Experience, Qualifications & Skills:

• Must be licensed emergency medical technician, physician, nurse practitioner, physician assistant, registered nurse or licensed practical nurse;
• Minimum of 3 years medical experience working in school, camp or medical office/hospital;
• Current CPR or PALS certification;
• Experience with both pediatric and adult wellness and injury care;
• Awareness of intersection of mental health and physical health in youth and teens;
• Must have proven skill in the use of Google apps (Gmail, Docs, Sheets and Calendar and camper medical management system;
• Experience mentoring/supervising and training staff; and
• Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with diverse populations.

Compensation: $3,500 - $5,000 per month, pro-rated during PT months; meals and housing included during camp season.