Camp Nurse
Job Description
The Camp Nurse / Health Center Coordinator assesses the general health needs of campers, distributes medications, and provides first aid when needed. The Health Center Coordinator will also be responsible for the implementation of health and safety protocols, including COVID-19- specific guidelines. The Health Center Coordinator maintains a visible presence in camp, being available in the case of an emergency and determining the need for professional healthcare. They will also perform other work-related duties and special projects as assigned. Applicants should be a registered nurse or EMT, at least 21 years of age, and have a valid driver’s license. Benefits include on-site housing and meals.
Employment dates: May 29 – July 25, 2026
The Mountain is an ecologically conscious retreat and learning center perched on a dramatic granite outcropping high above the beautiful Nantahala National Forest in Highlands, North Carolina. We offer group retreats and opportunities for outdoor recreation and learning, including a variety of seasonal youth programs and residential camps each summer. Our campus includes a lodge with sweeping mountain
views, cabins and bunkhouses, a lake, an extensive network of trails, an old growth forest, and a farm.
The Mountain aims to enrich lives, foster an appreciation of the natural world, honor the interconnectedness of all things, and inspire people to build inclusive, meaningful, sustainable communities throughout their lives.
