Job Description

International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. 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 Government Medical Services, Inc., headquartered in Houston, Texas provides contracted healthcare support to Government defense and civil agencies and government contractors, including support to military exercises and operations, diplomatic missions, natural disasters, and refugee care. To protect your workforce, we are at your fingertips: internationalsos.com

A. Overall Purpose of the Role

The Emergency Room (ER) Registered Nurse (RN) will assume responsibility for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating direct and indirect clinical care to patients. They will competently function as a member of the interdisciplinary team to provide patient and community centered care. The RN serves as an advocate for the patient and their family and intercedes on their behalf by acting as a liaison with respect to their rights and beliefs. The Registered Nurse will utilize their expertise of evidenced based practice to manage unexpected and emergent situations, to mitigate and treat a variety of injuries and illnesses in a prompt and professional manner.

B. Key Responsibilities

• Assist medical providers with procedures and treatments as allowed within licensed scope of work.
• Assessment and documentation of the patient’s vital signs, chief complaints, medical history, and prescribed medications.
• Establish observable and documentable patient goals utilizing appropriate care plans.
• Report all changes in patient’s conditions to the medical provider.
• Proactively and independently administer basic care, including but not limited to inserting catheters with blood specimen collection, urine collection and EKG’s, visual acuity, basic wound care, changing bandages or administering medications.
• Assist patients with basic care and activities of daily living, as needed.
• Provides support and education to help patients make responsible health decisions.
• Maintains supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level, anticipating needed supplies.
• Restocking clinical and provider areas once supplies are received.
• On-call rotation schedule participation as needed.
• Completes required organizational compliance education, including assigned requirements that are client specified, for Joint Commission Healthcare Staffing Services certification or other regulatory bodies.

This list is non-exhaustive, and the role holder may be required to undertake additional duties that are not specifically listed above.

Additional Duties:
Compliance with International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. policies and procedures.

Qualifications

C. Job Profile

Required Skills and Knowledge:

• A minimum of two (2) years of experience as an RN is required.
• Current experience in direct patient care in the Emergency Department Setting and must have worked a minimum of 6-months of the last 12-months in career field.
• Proficient IT skills including use of electronic medical records systems.
• Have high fluency in both oral and written English.

Experience Preferred:

• Experience on a military/government site, working as a government subcontractor or prime contractor is preferred.
• Remote site experience preferred.

Education Required:

• Current unrestricted state license or practicing license as required from Country of Licensure as an RN.
• Current certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS).

Physical Requirements

• Sitting, standing, walking, climbing, bending/stooping, kneeling, twisting.
• Visual acuity. Minimal hearing loss.
• Push/pull/carry minimum 50 lbs.

Other Special Qualifications:

• Obtain medical clearance and maintain current immunizations.
• Must be able to relocate to Balad, Iraq.
• A valid passport from country of record is required and must be in your possession prior to relocation.
• You must maintain a current passport during your stay in Balad.

Additional Information

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Compensation Disclaimer:

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) Statement:

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.