Nurse

Description:
To provide the best possible medical service to passengers and crew.
Requirements:
The Nurses responsibilities include but are not limited to:
Oversee and maintain cleanliness of the medical center
Maintain all passenger and crew illness logs according to policy
Maintain all injury logs according to policy and fill out accident reports as they arise
First aid training for crew
Maintenance of all crew files and yearly crew medicals
Order and maintain proper medical inventory
Train and lead stretcher team in Fire and Lifeboat drills
Execute and have good working knowledge of Code Alpha and evacuation procedures.
Properly dispose of hazardous waste as well as needles and blades
Obtain water samples and culture for growth of E.coli twice weekly
Provide first aid supplies for first aid boxes
Maintain diarrhea log in accordance to U.S.P.H. regulations
Assist in mandatory drug testing
Maintain records and counts of narcotics
Execute and have a good working knowledge of all paperwork associated with the medical center
Maintain current medications in lifeboat canisters
Education:
Bachelor of Science in Nursing or equivalent.
Experience:
A minimum of three years clinical experience after graduation.
Practical experience in ACLS
Prefer background in Emergency Room, Intensive Care Unit or Coronary Care Unit.
Responsibilities:
Reports to the Doctor
Holds a Basic Safety Course Certificate and appropriate licenses and certificates as required by regulations.
The nurse shall be responsible for the following duties associated with the medical department:
The Nurse shall be familiar with and active in the Safety Management System including responsibilities in the Safety Organization according to the Emergency Plan and Station Bill
Maintain passenger illness log and medical notes. Complete all paperwork associated with various medical situations
Maintain crew illness log and crew medical files. This file shall accompany the crewmember from ship to ship in accordance with company policy
Maintain injury log and fill out accident reports as they arise
Maintain current crew physicals
Maintain diarrhea log for U.S.P.H. and send weekly U.S.P.H. fax
Maintain records of hospital charges and take to accountant daily
Execute and have knowledge of Code Alpha procedure
Execute and have knowledge of air and land evacuation procedures
Train and lead stretcher team in Fire and Lifeboat drills
Restock first aid boxes frequently
Obtain water samples and culture for growth of E-Coli twice weekly. Take samples before supplying of F/W commence
Weekly check of emergency equipment and maintenance of all equipment
Sterilize surgical instruments
Order medical supplies and equipment. Maintain proper levels of inventory AMOS-D
Maintenance of current medications in lifeboat canisters once a year
Make and distribute on call schedules
Properly dispose of used and dirty sharps (needles, syringes)
Maintain hospital, clinic and office in a clean and orderly fashion
Be an active participant in crew education and training
Maintain records and counts of narcotics
Ensure confidentiality of medical information
Properly fill out and distribute all forms associated with the medical department
Must be familiar with the Safety and Environmental Protection Policy and the SEMS, and carry out the policies and procedures appropriate for his/her position.
Special Requirements:
Valid nursing license in country, or State/Province of origin.
Current certification in Advanced Cardiac Life Support, within one year of application.
Ability to manage Basic Life support until the physician arrives.
Fluent in the English language.
Chronology of all medical activities since graduation from nursing school.
Three letters of recommendation from institutions and or supervisors.

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