Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical Iraq

Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical - (Iraq)

International SOS delivers customized medical and security risk management and wellbeing solutions to enable our clients to operate safely and effectively in environments far from home. Founded in 1984, we operate in 92 countries providing integrated medical solutions to organizations with international operations. Our innovative technology and medical and security expertise focus on prevention, offering real‑time, actionable insights and on‑the‑ground quality delivery.

We provide clinical services to include “hands on” direct care at over 800 sites around the world, many of which include inpatient clinical care capabilities. With 12,000 staff (including 5,200 medical and behavioral health providers) our services include the design, deployment, and operation of healthcare solutions including freestanding surgical facilities in remote and austere environments, telemedicine consultation through a wide range of virtual modalities, referrals to a global network of more than 100,000 vetted providers, and global aeromedical evacuation.

Within our portfolio of companies, International SOS, headquartered in Houston, Texas provides contracted healthcare support to government defense and civilian agencies and government contractors, including support to military exercises and operations, diplomatic missions, natural disasters, and refugee care.

The Medical Surgical (MS) Registered Nurse (RN) will represent International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. and provide comprehensive health services to DOS, DOD, and contractor personnel stationed in Iraq. MSRN will use a holistic approach to care for patients who require acute medical or surgical interventions. The nurse will be accountable clinically for ensuring nursing care compliance within accepted standards of care and clinical practice.

The MSRN will use clinical judgment in assessing, planning, implementing, documenting, and evaluating patient care in a variety of settings where conditions or injury requires close monitoring and at times quick intervention. The Nurse functions both dependently and independently within guidance and direction from the Nurse Manager/designee.

• Assess, plan, and implement individualized patient care plans based on patient needs and physicians' orders.
• Monitor and document patients' vital signs, symptoms, and progress, and report any changes to the medical team.
• Administer medications and treatments as prescribed while adhering to safety protocols.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including physicians and specialists, to coordinate patient care and ensure optimal outcomes.
• Educate patients and their families about diagnoses, treatment plans, and post‑operative care.
• Provide wound care, manage drains, and assist with daily living activities as needed.
• Maintain a clean, safe, and organized environment, adhering to infection control standards.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and contribute to a culture of safety.
• Stay current with best nursing practices and participate in ongoing professional development.
• Maintain compliance with all project site procedures, standards, and continuing educational and mandatory training requirements.
• Completes required organizational compliance education, including assigned requirements that are client‑specified, for Joint Commission Healthcare Staffing Services certification or other regulatory bodies.

Basic Requirements/

Certifications:

• Current, full, active, and unrestricted Registered Nurse license in a State, Territory or Commonwealth (i.e., Puerto Rico) of the United States, or the District of Columbia.
• Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).
• 3+ years’ experience, 6 months RN experience within the past year, experience abroad or in austere environment preferred.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office applications and Electronic Medical Records (EMR).
• Experience on a military site working as a government subcontractor or prime contractor is preferred.

Education Required:

• Associate, Bachelor or Master of Science in Nursing. Candidates must be a graduate of a school of…