Job Description

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 Government Medical Services (GMS), headquartered in Houston, Texas provides contracted healthcare support to Government defence 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

Job Description

The Public Health (PH) Registered Nurse (RN) will support public health initiatives at DOS and DOD sites in Iraq. The PH RN or is responsible for promoting and protecting the health of the community through inspections, assessments, education, policy advocacy, and direct patient care. 

Key Responsibilities :

• Support public health oversight for all food facilities, public facilities, Meals Ready to Eat (MREs), incoming food shipments, foodborne illness outbreaks, and vulnerability assessments of food facilities in Iraq. 
• Review facility inspections to ensure all facilities meet requirements, ensures appropriate food handlers training is completed, reviews food service workers’ medical requirements, and publishes results.
• Promote public health education and awareness efforts.
• Maintain compliance within all project site procedures, standards, and continuing educational and mandatory training requirements. 
• Other duties as required, including direct patient care and response to public health incidents. 

Qualifications

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 or
• Current and unrestricted Paramedic license from state of residence and National Registry EMT-P. 
• Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS) - Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) preferred. 
• Current ServSafe certification. 
• Additional Public Health certifications from USDA, individual states, or associations preferred. 
• 2+ years’ relevant experience, preferably abroad or in austere environment, including 6 months’ experience within the past year. 
• Prior relevant military experience preferred. 
• Basic proficiency with Microsoft Office. 

Education Required : 

• Associates, Bachelors or Master of Science in Nursing - Candidates must be a graduate of a school of nursing that was approved and/or accredited by the appropriate State agency and accredited by either the Accreditation Commission for Education in Nursing (ACEN) or the Commission on Collegiate Nursing Education (CCNE) at the time the program was completed or
• Certification as a Paramedic or Advanced Emergency Medical Technician (AEMT) from a recognized program. 

Physical Requirements : 

• Must meet pre-deployment physical requirements
• Work involves sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time. 
• May require bending, stooping and lifting to 25 lbs. 

Other Special

Qualifications

• US Citizen or Permanent Resident Card is required.
• Valid US Passport with at least 6 months before expiration date. Must maintain a current passport during your stay in Iraq.
• Ability to obtain and maintain a U.S. Government security clearance, specifically a MRPT. Applicants with current clearances are preferred.
• Must be able to relocate to Iraq for the duration of the project. 
• Must be able to read, write and speak English to effectively communicate. 

Additional Information

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.  

Compensation | Min: 115,000 Max: 130,000

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:

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 complies with all federal, state, and local minimum wage laws.

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.

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