Registered Nurse Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) certified (Iraq)

Company 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

Job Description

The Registered Nurse in this position will represent International SOS Government Medical Services, Inc. and will provide and coordinate patient comprehensive health services to DOS, DOD, and contractor personnel stationed in Iraq. Registered Nurses will use a holistic approach to care for the patients requiring acute medical or surgical interventions. Nurses will be accountable clinically for ensuring nursing care compliance with accepted standards of care and clinical practice. Nurses will use clinical judgment in assessing, planning, implementing, documenting, and evaluating patient care in variety of settings where life-threatening disease or injury requires close monitoring and at times quick intervention.   Additionally, the SANE RN is responsible for providing comprehensive care to victims of sexual assault and related crimes. 

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct forensic examinations, providing emotional support, and facilitating access to follow-up healthcare and counselling services. 
• Collect evidence and collaborate with legal authorities. 
• Maintain strict patient confidentiality. 
• Conduct comprehensive assessments of patients' physical and mental health status. 
• Collect and analyse patient histories, vital signs, and diagnostic information. 
• Develop individualized care plans based on patient assessments and healthcare needs. 
• Collaborate with physicians and other healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care. 
• Administer medications, treatments, and procedures as ordered by physicians. 
• Provide direct patient care, including wound care, IV therapy, and monitoring of vital signs. 
• Educate patients about health conditions, treatment plans, and self-care strategies. 
• Offer emotional support and counselling to patients and their families. 
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records, documenting care provided and patient responses. 
• 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.   

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

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.   
• Certified in Basic Life Support (BLS). 
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS). 
• Current Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) Certification. 
• 2+ years’ experience, 6 months’ 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: 

• Associates, Bachelor or Master of Science in Nursing.  Candidates must be a graduate of a