Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN)

Company Description

Deliver high-acuity perioperative nursing care within a collaborative surgical environment where clinical judgment, patient safety, and interdisciplinary teamwork support positive outcomes across pre-operative, intraoperative, and post-operative care. At International SOS Government Medical Services, you'll support healthcare programs that improve patient care and operational readiness across the U. S. and internationally. Founded in 1984, International SOS operates in more than 90 countries, delivering healthcare, medical assistance, emergency response, and workforce support services worldwide. Learn more at https://www.internationalsos.com/

Job Description

Deliver specialized perioperative nursing care within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment supporting U. S. government personnel in Iraq. Working alongside surgeons, anesthesiology providers, surgical technologists, and critical care teams, this Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) role combines hands-on surgical nursing support with patient monitoring, sterile field management, and collaborative care coordination across acute and surgical settings.

This opportunity offers the ability to practice across a broad surgical scope while contributing to patient safety, procedural efficiency, and continuity of care alongside experienced multidisciplinary teams in a professionally supported international healthcare environment.

Location: Iraq

Key Responsibilities

Provide perioperative nursing care across pre-operative, intraoperative, and post-operative patient care environments. Support surgical procedures through patient preparation, sterile field maintenance, instrument coordination, and intraoperative patient monitoring. Collaborate closely with surgeons, anesthesia providers, and multidisciplinary clinical teams to support safe and efficient surgical workflows.

Assist with emergency airway management, acute surgical interventions, and bedside procedural support when needed. Evaluate patient status throughout the surgical continuum while supporting pain management, recovery, and continuity of care. Maintain compliance with established clinical protocols, patient safety standards, and ongoing training requirements.

Qualifications Requirements Graduate of an accredited nursing program with an active, unrestricted Registered Nurse license in the United States or District of Columbia. Current BLS and ACLS certifications required. 3+ years of nursing experience, including recent Operating Room RN experience within the past year.

Ability to work effectively within acute care, perioperative, and multidisciplinary surgical environments. U. S. Citizen or Permanent Resident with a valid passport Ability to obtain and maintain MRPT security clearance and meet pre-deployment physical requirements. Preferred Previous experience in international, military, government, or resource-limited healthcare environments.

Prior experience supporting high-acuity surgical or critical care patient populations. Additional Information Privacy Disclaimer: Policy Link By clicking “I’m Interested” and submitting your application, you acknowledge that you have read and understood the applicable Privacy Policy (available via the link above) and agree that International SOS Government Medical Services, may collect, use, store, transfer, and otherwise process your personal information in accordance with that Privacy Policy for recruitment and hiring purposes.

Compensation Disclaimer

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 Language (FTE roles)

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.

Equal Opportunity Employer (EEO) Statement

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.

Work Location: Iraq