Location:Mission, BC - On-site, Monday-Friday during dates notes above., British Columbia (In-person)
Designation(s): Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN), Nurse Practitioner (NP), Registered Nurse (RN)
Job summary
Organizational Overview:
The Zajac Ranch for Children is a non-profit organization dedicated to providing outdoor and camp experiences to young adults and youth living with special needs and chronic illnesses. Children who attend camp will improve their self-esteem and confidence in a stimulating, supportive, empowering and fun environment, while ensuring their physical and emotional wellbeing.
Opportunity:
We are currently seeking a camp nurse for our 2026 summer camp season. This is a contracted position for the entire season, offering an honorarium of $1500 per week.
Our medical volunteers are a vital part of providing a fun and memorable experience for our campers. We strive to ensure that all our volunteers are fully supported to create a safe space while they are at Zajac Ranch. You are welcome to stay on-site (accommodation space for weekend stays will differ) during your days off or take the opportunity to explore the beautiful surrounding areas. Your on-site hours will be from Monday at 9:00 AM until Friday at 3:00 PM.
2026 Camp Dates are noted below, and your availability is required:
Young Adult Camp #1:
• Monday, June 29, 2026 - Friday, July 3, 2026
Private Camp - Arthritis Camp:
• Sunday, July 5, 2026 – Thursday, July 9, 2026
Autism Spectrum Disorder Camp #1:
• Monday, July 13 – Friday, July 17, 2026
Mixed Medical Camp #1:
• Monday, July 20, 2026 – Friday, July 24, 2026
Autism Spectrum Disorder Camp #2:
• Monday, July 27, 2026 – Friday, July 31, 2026
Private Camp - Camp Choice:
• Sunday, August 2, 2026 – Friday, August 7, 2026
Mixed Medical Camp #2:
• Monday, August 10, 2026 – August 14, 2026
Autism Spectrum Disorder Camp #3:
• Monday, August 17, 2026 – Friday, July 21, 2026
Mixed Medical Camp #3:
• Monday, August 24, 2026 – August 28, 2026
Young Adult Camp #2:
• Monday, August 31, 2026 - Friday, September 4, 2026
Key responsibilities
Responsibilities
• Responsible for supporting the good health of the campers, staff, and volunteers at Zajac Ranch for Children.
• Distribute medical equipment and supplies to program areas and cabins at start of camp.
• Be present at camper check-in to greet the campers and family. This includes reviewing camper medications, routes, dosages. and times with the parents.
• Review campers’ medical files to ensure all necessary medications and needs are prepared for and met.
• Ensure all medications for campers and staff are appropriately organized and stored.
• Administer camper medications according to directions provided by camper’s MRP.
• Assure medications and procedures are administered properly and appropriate records are maintained.
• Document any incidents as outlined in the camp manual (logbook, health department report, incident reports).
• Immediately respond to any first aid needs of campers or staff. This includes treatment for minor illnesses, accidents, or mishaps.
Qualifications
Requirements
• Valid CPR-C certification (higher certification accepted).
• Current practicing registration with the relevant regulatory college or association in British Columbia.
• If you do not have practicing registration in BC please contact the Nursing Director (nursingdirector@zajacranch.com) to explore options.
• Qualified professional in the field of medicine or nursing (MD, RN, LPN, RPN, or NP).
• Students and paramedics are encouraged to apply and will be considered based on availability to pair with a nurse or MD.
Compensation & benefits
Perks
• During camp sessions, accommodation is provided in the newly built medical residence near the medical centre in a four-bedroom and two-bathroom house.
• During camp sessions, meals will be provided by the camp chef.
If you have any questions or would like more information, please reach out to our Nursing Director at nursingdirector@zajacranch.com.
Job Type: Fixed term contract
Contract Length: Duration of the summer camp term as noted above. We may conder a partial commitment (i.e., half or several consecutive weeks).
P
ay: $1,500.00 per week, plus camp meals & accommodation
Work Location: In person
How to apply
Please contact Nursing Director at nursingdirector@zajacranch.com with your resume.