Camp Nurse

Who we are

Ethical Culture Fieldston School is a progressive PreK-12 independent school that has been serving students from throughout New York City and the surrounding suburbs since 1878. ECFS offers a rich curriculum in the arts, sciences, and humanities. A co-ed, nonsectarian school, it serves a diverse community of about 1,700 students on two campuses - one in the Riverdale section of the Bronx and the other in Manhattan.

What is essential about working at our school

The Ethical Culture Fieldston School has a long history of equity and inclusion deeply rooted in our mission and the educational philosophy of our founder, Felix Adler. We embrace diversity of ancestry, family, identity, culture, and beliefs and seek a student body and faculty that reflect the pluralism and socio-economic diversity of metropolitan New York. We affirm both our differences and commonalities, and strive to balance individuality and community. In keeping with our progressive tradition, we are dedicated to increasing our students’ cultural literacy to help them understand multiple perspectives, and see the world beyond the self. 

We expect members of our community to engage in open dialogue about living and learning in a diverse environment inside and outside the classroom. We see this work, with its creative tensions, as a catalyst for individual and collective growth. On a daily basis, we are committed to making this vision of a democratic, pluralistic, and progressive school a reality. 

FIeldston Future Leaders Camp

The Fieldston Summer Camps have created valuable summer experiences for both campers and instructors! We are a six-week summer day camp for rising PreK through 8th-grade children. Both morning and afternoon sessions specifically cater to each camper’s interests. Fieldston Future Leaders Camp is a nurturing and safe environment filled with a fun and exciting way of learning. We have a strong emphasis on science, technology, engineering, math, and design-based programming that is experiential and project-based. All of our programs cater to leadership development, confidence building, and creativity because we recognize that each child has the potential to make an impact on the world.  

Position Summary

The ideal candidate is knowledgeable of best practices and will comply with established procedures and protocols in caring for students with chronic and acute illness, as well as injuries and illnesses that arise during the summer camp day. In addition, the nurse will communicate as needed  with families, administrative staff, school psychologists, athletic trainers, and fellow Summer Camp Nurse.

The hiring range for this position is $12,000-$15,000 and is from June 1, 2023 - August 5, 2023.  

Specific responsibilities of the Camp Nurse will include:

• Managing all health forms for campers, maintain health forms and immunization records;

• Daily medication administration and record keeping, routine treatment, monitoring, and care of campers;

• Communicating pertinent medical and health information to families and key partners;

• Assessing student health concerns and deliver medical care, intervention, and education;

• Referring students and families for appropriate follow-up medical care, contact families to follow up on ongoing issues;

• Maintaining nursing office supplies;

• Preparing documentation and supplies to accompany day and overnight trips

• Overseeing Emergency Response protocols;

• Ensuring compliance with established procedures and protocols;

• Providing nursing care and physical screening of students;

• Implementing first aid measures for students as needed;

• Familiarity with ACS reporting processes;

• Work in tandem with a colleague;

• Performing other projects, initiatives, and other duties as needed and assigned.

Qualifications

The successful incumbent will possess the following qualifications, skills, experience, and educational requirements:

• Current NYS RN license and certification in CPR;

• BSN nursing degree from accredited college or university;

• 3-5 years nursing experience (preferably school nursing);

• Knowledge and proficiency with computers and associated software;

• Excellent communication and managerial skills;

• An appreciation for the uniqueness of 11 to 18 year olds;

• Strong assessment skills.

To apply

All candidates should visit our employment page at www.ecfs.org to apply. Please submit a resume along with an email and phone contact information of three professional references.

 EEO

ECFS is an equal opportunity employer. Our goal is to be a diverse community of professionals that broadly reflects the people of the metropolitan New York City area, our students, and families. We aim to align our hiring process with our mission and institutional goals. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment and will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, color, religion or religious practices, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, ability status, military status, unemployment status or any other category protected by applicable  local, state, or federal laws. ECFS takes affirmative action in support of its policy to employ and advance all qualified candidates.