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    Camp nurse

    A camp nurse takes care of people at camps and retreats that are often located far from a hospital or healthcare facility.
    Required education
    ADN or BSN
    Average annual salary
    $71,000
    Payscale.com (Jan. 2026)
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    Varied
    Take on different tasks, patients, and situations every day.
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    Managerial
    Oversee other nurses and help improve healthcare for all.
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    Out-of-hospital
    Treat patients in their homes, during travel, or other non-hospital environments.
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    Patient-facing
    Work hands-on, directly with patients.
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    Independent
    Work on your own or even start your own practice, in some states.

    What is the role of a camp nurse?

    You’ll use your skills to handle a wide range of medical situations, from routine bumps and scrapes to more serious scenarios like broken bones and contagious illnesses.

    What you’ll do as a camp nurse

    Education

    You’ll teach campers about sunburn prevention, fire prevention, poison ivy or oak, bug bites and other environment-related issues.

    Management

    You’ll perform pre-camp assessments, document visits, and maintain supplies.

    Treatment

    You’ll provide first aid and administer medications to campers, attendees, and staff.
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    Where you’ll work as a camp nurse

    Camp nurses work in a variety of settings, including:
    • Campsites
    • Retreats

    How to become a camp nurse

    Get an Associate’s Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).

    When considering a future nursing career, it’s important to explore the different nursing programs available and the paths they offer. With various options like associate degree programs, bachelor’s degree programs, and direct-entry master’s degree programs, prospective students can choose the educational path that best suits their goals and interests.

    Pass the NCLEX-RN and work as a Registered Nurse.

    The National Council Licensure Exam (NCLEX) is the all-important step between graduating from nursing school and becoming a nurse. It’s a standardized test, set by the Board of Nursing in each state, that makes sure you have the knowledge and skills you need to work in the field of nursing.

    While there is no specific certification, most camp nurses are required to be trained in cardiopulmonary resuscitation (CPR).

    You’re ready to work as a camp nurse!

    Camp nurse career resources

    Become a member of a camp nurse organization to find career opportunities, learn from your colleagues, and support the profession.
    Association of Camp Nursing

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