Registered Nurse Sexual Assault Nurse Examiner (SANE) certified

Job Description

The Registered Nurse in this position will represent International SOS 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 familes.
• 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.

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 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.
• Completion of SANE Training 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 : 75,000 Max : 105,000

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.