Summer Camp Nurse at Beyond Blindness

Revision Date: 05/15/2026

Supervisor Title: Family Support Associate

Supervisory Responsibilities: None

Status: Contract position, Monday-Friday, 9am-3pm, July 20, 2026, to July 31, 2026 (4 hours of prep prior to July 20)

Compensation: $2000

Beyond Blindness is a California Nonprofit Corporation founded in 1962 whose mission is to empower children with visual

impairments and other disabilities to achieve their fullest potential. We envision a world where all children, no matter

their abilities, are equipped to live full and rewarding lives.

Beyond Blindness is the only organization of its kind in Southern California that provides all the support and services —

outside of medical care — that children with visual impairments and other disabilities need to develop to their highest

potential and live fulfilling lives. Beyond Blindness is a one-stop support resource for these children, and their families,

and provides services in clients’ homes, at its location in Santa Ana, and in schools throughout Orange County.

Position Summary

The Camp Nurse is responsible for promoting the health, safety, and well-being of campers and staff during the camp

season. This role provides basic medical care, administers medications, responds to illnesses and injuries, maintains

health records, and helps ensure a safe and healthy camp environment. The Camp Nurse will be available for the

duration of the summer camp program and will be available during onsite and field trip days.

This job description is intended as a guide to the general job responsibilities.

Responsibilities

• Provide first aid and nursing care or CPR to campers and staff for illnesses, injuries, and emergencies
• Administer prescription and over-the-counter medications according to physician instructions and camp policies
• Maintain accurate health records, medication logs, incident reports, and treatment documentation
• Assess campers’ medical needs and communicate concerns with parents/guardians when necessary
• Coordinate emergency response procedures and determine when outside medical care is needed
• Ensure compliance with state health regulations, camp policies, and safety procedures
• Educate campers and staff on hygiene, wellness, hydration, sun safety, and injury prevention
• Monitor campers with chronic conditions such as asthma, allergies, diabetes, or additional medical needs
• Administer G-tube feeding
• Coordinating with staff and other healthcare professionals.

Expectations

• Belief in mission.
• Conduct self in professional manner always.
• Respectful to supervisors and coworkers.
• Regards all client and employee information as highly confidential.

Qualifications

• Active license as a registered nurse (RN), Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), or Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN)
• Current CPR and First Aid certifications.

Experience

Experience working with special needs population.

Licensing and Accreditation Requirements

All employees working for Beyond Blindness are required to meet the following at all times:

• LiveScan Fingerprint clearance and background check - DOJ/FBI/Child Abuse Index (Out of Pocket Cost)
• Health Screening (one time or upon re-hire)
• Proof of immunity to Measles or MMR Vaccination Record (one time)
• Flu Vaccine within one year (and each year thereafter)
• TDAP Vaccine within last 10 years (and every 10 years thereafter)
• Current COVID-19 Vaccine (fully vaccinated)
• Clear TB test or Chest X-ray within last 4 years (and every 4 years thereafter)
• Current up-to-date Credentials, License, Certifications for employment