Registered Nurse

Company 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

This is an on-call casual position.  The RN will be required to provide onsite nursing support for NASA recovery operations.  This position may require deployments of 14 days or more in length to sites designated by NASA.  The RN will be required to travel to site as directed on short notice.  Travel may require flights in fixed and rotary wing aircraft to reach recovery locations. 

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

B. Key Responsibilities 

• Assist medical providers with medical procedures and treatments as allowed within the licensed scope of work.
• Assessment and documentation of the patient’s vital signs, chief complaint, medical history, and prescribed medications.
• Provide Emergency treatment in the field under the supervision of a physician
• Report all changes in the patient’s condition to the medical provider.
• Proactively and independently administer basic and urgent/emergent care, including but not limited to inserting catheters to control of bleeding, airway management, defibrillation, trauma protocols, blood specimen collection, urine collection, EKG’s, and administering intravenous medications.  
• Is accountable for maintaining and improving own physician knowledge and skill competence.
• Supports the International SOS philosophy, objectives and goals and Organization mission and vision.
• Maintains all credentials and certifications
• Completes HUET training as required
• Respects and supports patient rights.
• Fosters constructive relationships as a team member.
• Maintains professional conduct.
• Supports and enforces infection control policies and procedures.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Minimum of one (5) years of nursing experience in the past three years caring for patients.
• Prior Experience as an Emergency Room RN, Critical Care RN, or Trauma RN required
• Experience working in austere environments (preferred).
• Accuracy and attention to detail
• Excellent communication skills
• Must be able to swim and pass Helicopter Underwater Egress Training (HUET)

Education Required:

• Current and unrestricted license from any US State, District of Columbia or US Territory to provide healthcare within scope of practice that is recognized by the State of Texas.   
• A diploma, associate, or bachelor's degree in nursing is required from an Accredited nursing program.
• Current American Heart Association or Red Cross Basic Life Support (BLS) 
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)

Physical Demands: