Onboard Nurse Practitioner — Cruise Ship Medical Lead
Listed on 2026-05-28
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Nursing
Emergency Medicine, Healthcare Nursing
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
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Provide nursing care to guests and crew, including both routine and emergency services
Assist the ship's doctor with patient care, triage, and minor medical procedures
Operate and maintain medical equipment, including life support and diagnostic tools
Conduct regular inspections of emergency and medical equipment (defibrillators, oxygen, EKG machines, etc.)
Maintain medical documentation, including illness reports, medication logs, outbreak tracking, and incident records
Assist in inventory management, including ordering and disposal of expired medications
Provide first aid and health training to crew members as required
Support emergency response, drills, and evacuations as part of the ship's medical team
Maintain confidentiality and adhere to medical data protection protocols
What You Can Expect:Competitive monthly salary paid in USD
Accommodation and meals provided onboard
Work in a supportive, multicultural team environment
Full assistance with onboarding, documentation, and travel arrangements
Who Were Looking For:Registered Nurse (RN) with valid and current licensure
Minimum of 3 years post-graduate clinical experience, including ER, ICU, or acute care
Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and Basic Life Support (BLS) certifications required; additional critical care training preferred
Proficiency in operating medical equipment and managing clinical inventory
Strong administrative, organizational, and documentation skills
Ability to adapt to shipboard life and work in a close-knit, fast-paced environment
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