ICU Registered Nurse

International SOS Government Medical Services helps healthcare professionals make a meaningful impact around the world. As part of a global team supporting diverse patient populations, you’ll deliver high-quality care in dynamic healthcare environments while collaborating with experienced clinical and operational teams.

Operating in over 90 countries, we provide clinical care, emergency response, and healthcare support services across a wide range of care settings. Headquartered in Houston, Texas, we are committed to delivering trusted healthcare solutions wherever they are needed most. Learn more at internationalsos.com.

Join a critical care team delivering advanced nursing care to adult patients requiring intensive monitoring and complex clinical interventions. This role offers the opportunity to practice at the top of your ICU nursing skillset while supporting a multidisciplinary healthcare environment focused on high-quality patient outcomes.

Location: Iraq

Position Overview

The Registered Nurse – Intensive Care Unit (ICU RN) provides comprehensive critical care nursing services for adult patients experiencing acute and life-threatening conditions. Working in a fast-paced clinical environment, the ICU RN delivers direct patient care, supports emergency response efforts, and collaborates closely with physicians and interdisciplinary teams to manage complex medical situations.

This position is ideal for experienced critical care nurses who thrive in high-acuity environments and value clinical autonomy, teamwork, and meaningful patient impact.

Why Join Us

• Deliver advanced critical care in a highly collaborative interdisciplinary environment
• Practice with modern ICU equipment including ventilators, cardiac monitors, and infusion pumps
• Contribute to meaningful patient outcomes through evidence-based nursing care
• Work alongside experienced healthcare professionals in a mission-driven care setting
• Gain valuable experience managing diverse and complex critical care cases

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive patient assessments, continuous monitoring, and critical care nursing interventions for patients with acute and life-threatening conditions
• Administer medications, IV therapies, and specialized treatments while monitoring patient response and clinical progress
• Collaborate with physicians, advanced practice providers, and interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement individualized care plans
• Operate and monitor critical care equipment including ventilators, cardiac monitoring systems, and infusion pumps
• Accurately document patient assessments, treatments, and outcomes within electronic medical record (EMR/EHR) systems
• Provide patient and family education, emotional support, and advocacy throughout treatment and recovery processes
• Participate in required clinical training, compliance education, and quality standards supporting regulatory and accreditation requirements

Requirements & Qualifications

• Current unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in any U.S. state, territory, or the District of Columbia
• Minimum of 3 years of ICU or critical care nursing experience, including at least 6 months of direct patient care within the last year
• Active Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications required
• Associate, Bachelor, Master of Science in Nursing, or Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from an ACEN- or CCNE-accredited nursing program
• Experience with electronic medical records (EMR/EHR) and Microsoft Office applications
• Strong critical thinking, communication, and interdisciplinary collaboration skills in high-acuity clinical environments
• Ability to meet pre-employment physical requirements, including prolonged standing, bending, and lifting up to 25 lbs.
• U.S. Citizenship or Permanent Resident Card required with the ability to obtain and maintain required government clearance credentials
• Valid U.S. passport with at least 18 months remaining prior to expiration and willingness to relocate internationally for the duration of the assignment

Preferred Qualifications

• CCRN certification
• Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) certification
• Previous experience supporting military or government healthcare environments

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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.

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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.

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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.