Job Description

International SOS Government Medical Services helps healthcare professionals make a meaningful impact around the world. As part of a global team supporting diverse patient populations, you’ll deliver high-quality care in dynamic healthcare environments while working alongside experienced clinical and operational teams.

Operating in over 90 countries, International SOS GMS provides clinical care, telehealth, emergency response, and healthcare support services across a wide range of care settings. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, we are committed to delivering trusted healthcare solutions wherever they are needed most. Learn more at internationalsos.com.

Lead high-quality patient care while supporting nursing teams in a collaborative acute care environment. As a Charge Nurse, you will play a key role in coordinating daily clinical operations, mentoring nursing staff, and ensuring patients receive safe, efficient, and compassionate care.

Location: Iraq

The Charge Nurse oversees nursing operations within the patient care unit, supporting clinical workflows, patient outcomes, and interdisciplinary collaboration. This role combines hands-on clinical leadership with team coordination, staffing oversight, patient assessment, and quality-focused nursing care in a fast-paced healthcare setting.

Working closely with physicians, advanced practice providers, and nursing teams, the Charge Nurse helps maintain high clinical standards while fostering a supportive and patient-centered environment.

Why Join Us

• Lead and mentor nursing teams in a collaborative clinical environment
• Deliver meaningful patient care across emergency and medical-surgical settings
• Work alongside experienced interdisciplinary healthcare professionals
• Gain experience in a dynamic international healthcare operation
• Contribute to quality-focused care delivery and operational excellence

Key Responsibilities

• Coordinate daily nursing operations to support safe, efficient, and high-quality patient care delivery
• Supervise, mentor, and support nursing staff while promoting teamwork, accountability, and professional development
• Assess patient care needs, prioritize resources, and support staffing coordination to optimize patient outcomes
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans
• Monitor patient conditions, respond to clinical changes, and ensure timely communication across the care team
• Maintain compliance with nursing standards, clinical protocols, regulatory requirements, and organizational policies
• Support patient documentation, staffing schedules, chart reviews, and nursing workflow coordination
• Foster clear communication with patients, families, and clinical staff to maintain a collaborative care environment

Qualifications

Requirements & Qualifications

• Current unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in any U.S. state, territory, or the District of Columbia required
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications required
• Minimum of 5 years of nursing experience, including at least 6 months within the past year
• Bachelor’s or Master of Science in Nursing from an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited nursing program required
• Experience in acute care, emergency nursing, medical-surgical nursing, or charge nurse leadership roles preferred
• Proficiency with Electronic Medical Records (EMR) systems and Microsoft Office applications
• Ability to meet pre-deployment medical, credentialing, background screening, and security clearance requirements
• U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Resident Card required, along with a valid U.S. passport with at least 18 months remaining before expiration

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience working on a military installation or within a government-supported healthcare environment
• Prior leadership or nursing supervision experience in fast-paced clinical settings
• Experience supporting interdisciplinary care coordination and staffing operations

Additional Information

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Pay range is based on several factors and may vary in addition to a full range of medical, financial, and/or other benefits. Final salary and offer will be determined by the applicant’s background, experience, skills, internal equity, and alignment with geographical market data.

Benefits Language (FTE roles):

Full-time positions are eligible for our comprehensive and competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance. Additional benefits include a 401k plan, paid time off, and an annual bonus. International SOS Government Medical Services complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws.

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International SOS Government Medical Services is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local laws.