Job Description

Royal Caribbean Group are seeking a dedicatedRegistered Nurse to join our medical team aboard our fleet of world-class cruise ships. You will provide high-quality clinical care to guests and crew, manage medical emergencies, and contribute to overall health and safety at sea. This is a dynamic, patient-centered role in a multicultural, maritime environment.

What you’ll do

• Provide 24/7 primary and urgent care in the ship’s medical center: triage, assessment, treatment of common illnesses and injuries, minor procedures, immunizations, and preventive care.
• Manage medical emergencies on board: CPR/ACLS, stabilization, coordination with port and shore-based medical facilities, and handover as needed.
• Maintain accurate medical records, protect patient privacy, manage medication inventories, and ensure medical equipment is ready for use.
• Implement infection control practices, vaccination campaigns, health promotions, and routine pre-employment/visa medical screenings as required.
• Collaborate with ship leadership, hotel operations, and crew to support health and safety initiatives and drills.
• Contribute to quality improvement, safety protocols, and compliance with international maritime health regulations and onboard policies.

What we’re looking for

• Nursing degree (BSN preferred) and an active nursing license in your country of practice.
• Valid CPR/BLS certification; ACLS required; PALS or other maritime-specific certifications are a plus.
• Relevant clinical experience in acute care, emergency medicine, or a high-volume clinical setting.
• Ability to work in a remote, resource-limited, multicultural environment with flexible shifts.
• Strong communication skills, teamwork, and a patient-centered approach to care for guests and crew from diverse backgrounds.
• Willingness to relocate to shipboard duties for extended periods; ability to travel with itineraries as required.
• Language: English required; additional languages are advantageous.
• Physical and medical fitness to meet sea-based work environments and medical clearance requirements.

What we offer

• Competitive salary and shipboard accommodations with meals
• Comprehensive medical and dental coverage, travel benefits, and paid leave
• Training and development opportunities, including maritime-related medical education
• A unique, global workplace with diverse colleagues and guests
• Opportunities for career progression within Royal Caribbean Group brands