Job Details

Nurse Practitioner - Upward Bound Summer Camp

Posting Number: C00427JP

Department: Upward Bound

Job Summary:
The Upward Bound program at Bowdoin College seeks a part time Nurse Practitioner for the 2026 summer program. This position will provide a range of supportive health and wellness services for limited-income, first-generation-to-college high school students living in residence while taking classes and participating in activities designed to prepare them for admission to and successful completion of a high school degree. Limited, non-emergency on-call consultation when needed.

The NP will deliver summer program wellness services through a free-standing clinic. Responsibilities will include daily med administration and record keeping; health care coordination with parents/guardians and providers to support students living away from home; examination and assessment, triage and referral for illness and health concerns as they arise.

The UB summer program aims to foster a community-oriented environment where every student is treated with the care and support needed to step out of their comfort zone and reach for their dreams. Participants are the first in their family to potentially achieve a college degree and largely come from limited income backgrounds. For many, the summer program is the first extended time away from home, requiring compassionate treatment coordination and an understanding of the limitations of rural health care and impact of poverty on young people's wellbeing.

Upward Bound is a federally funded program through the US Department of Education serving low-income, first-generation college bound students from 14 high schools in Maine. dedicated to empowering and supporting first-generation and low-income high school students in their pursuit of higher education. The program mission is to provide comprehensive academic, personal, and career development services that foster a commitment to lifelong learning, leadership, and community engagement. Through individualized mentoring, rigorous academic preparation, and a nurturing environment, we strive to equip our students with the skills, knowledge, and confidence necessary to succeed in college and beyond.

The hourly rate is expected to be $50 - $55/hr, commensurate with experience.

Education/Skills Requirements:
A Bachelor's degree and NP designation from accredited nursing program are required. Applicants must be licensed in the State of Maine. Supervision by MD beyond 24 months and license to practice independently preferred.

Must possess excellent oral and written communication skills; the ability to prioritize, organize, and multitask in a fast paced environment; and excellent customer service skills.

Experience Requirements and/or Equivalents:

• Experience providing primary or urgent care services as a Nurse Practitioner, preferably in pediatric, adolescent, camp, or school-based settings
• Demonstrated experience administering and managing daily medications, including accurate documentation and record keeping
• Experience conducting health assessments, triage, and referral for acute illness and emerging health concerns
• Proven ability to coordinate care with parents/guardians, schools, and external healthcare providers

Preferred:

• Experience supporting youth living away from home, including managing homesickness, stress, and adjustment-related health concerns
• Familiarity with the health and wellness needs of low-income, first-generation, and/or underserved student populations

Applicants must meet the minimum qualifications in this posting to be considered for hire.

Standard Work Days and Hours:
16-20 hours/week for the periods June 23- July 16 & July 28-July 31 Monday-Saturday.
Clinic hours: 7:30-11:30 am. No clinic July 3-6.

We regret that Bowdoin College is unable to provide visa sponsorship for staff positions.

Employment at Bowdoin College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of applicable background checks including but not limited to: criminal records, educational verifications, driving records (when job-related), and/or credit history (when job related).

About Bowdoin:
Bowdoin embraces diversity in all forms, and the College is home to talented students, faculty and staff-with a variety of racial, ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds; religious beliefs; and gender identities, among other factors.

We encourage applications from candidates committed to the support of an inclusive campus community and those who will enrich and contribute to the College's multifaceted diversity. We value a community in which individuals of all backgrounds are warmly welcomed and encouraged to succeed.

Founded in 1794, Bowdoin has maintained its commitment to the liberal arts for well over 200 years. Bowdoin's reputation as a preeminent liberal arts college rests on the excellence of its faculty, students, and staff; intimate size; strong sense of community; and connections to the people, history, and natural beauty of Maine.

Bowdoin's campus is situated in a beautiful natural setting. Located in Brunswick, Maine, a town of approximately 20,000, the College is a short drive from the Maine coast, twenty-five miles from Portland and 120 miles from Boston.

Shift:

Employment Category: Casual

Benefits Eligible: No

Pay Type: Hourly

Background Check Package Requirements: Support Staff

Is driving a Bowdoin vehicle an essential function of this job?:

Is a pre-placement physical required for this position?: No

Posting Date: 03/27/2026

Applications Accepted Until:

Open Until Filled: No

Special Instructions to Applicants: If selected as a finalist, you will be required to submit information for three references, including name, email address, phone number and how you know the reference.

To apply, visit https://careers.bowdoin.edu/postings/17575