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Nurse Practitioner
Job description
Position: Nurse Staff
Location: International placement onboard a cruise ship
About the Opportunity
Crew Life At Sea is currently recruiting Nurse Staff on behalf of a leading cruise line partner. This essential role delivers medical care to both guests and crew, supports shipboard health protocols, and ensures the smooth operation of the onboard medical center. It is a unique opportunity for skilled and adaptable healthcare professionals to work in a dynamic, multicultural maritime environment.
All placements are made directly with the cruise line Crew Life At Sea does not charge any recruitment or placement fees .
Role Responsibilities
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Provide nursing care to guests and crew, including both routine and emergency services
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Assist the ships doctor with patient care, triage, and minor medical procedures
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Operate and maintain medical equipment, including life support and diagnostic tools
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Conduct regular inspections of emergency and medical equipment (defibrillators, oxygen, EKG machines, etc.)
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Maintain medical documentation, including illness reports, medication logs, outbreak tracking, and incident records
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Assist in inventory management, including ordering and disposal of expired medications
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Provide first aid and health training to crew members as required
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Support emergency response, drills, and evacuations as part of the ships medical team
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Maintain confidentiality and adhere to medical data protection protocols
What You Can Expect
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Competitive monthly salary paid in USD
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Accommodation and meals provided onboard
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Full medical coverage during your contract
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Professional development in maritime healthcare
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Work in a supportive, multicultural team environment
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Full assistance with onboarding, documentation, and travel arrangements
Who Were Looking For
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Bachelors Degree
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Registered Nurse (RN) with valid and current licensure
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Minimum of 3 years post-graduate clinical experience, including ER, ICU, or acute care
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Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications required; additional critical care training preferred
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Proficiency in operating medical equipment and managing clinical inventory
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Strong administrative, organizational, and documentation skills
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Excellent English communication skills
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Ability to adapt to shipboard life and work in a close-knit, fast-paced environment
