Landed a Camp Nurse Position for the Summer!

Dublin:

Sorry to have taken so long to respond. My computer has been acting up.

The hours vary greatly in camp nursing. Last summer, I had two days off for the month. In actuality, it was less then that for we were NOT allowed to take off in the AM for morning meeting etc. I was not a happy camper but my kids did have a great time. I will be choosing another camp (hopefully) this year. The one I am interviewing right now has a day off a week... you can bet I will clarify what THAT means.

As far as hours worked... again clarify expectations. Some camps expect 24/7 because YOU are the ONLY camp nurse. Some have a built in backup. Some camps allow those campers who are not too sick to stay with their camp leader or have their family present as in the case of family camps. Again, try to discuss the what if's of camp nursing expectations.

I have not regreted my introduction into the world of camp nursing. It was a wonderful experience for my kids to have FREE camp life for a month. Their memories will last a life time (and mine too.. although not as positive)... I hope to experience the bliss for ALL of us this year though....