Nurse

About The Role & Team

At Disney Cruise Line, we take pride in delivering memorable experiences and genuine connections with our guests daily. Committed to the highest standards and safety for both crew and guests, we foster a diverse, inclusive, and professional environment. Joining our team offers opportunities to grow personally and professionally while creating unforgettable moments.

As a Nurse on board, you'll provide medical care to guests and crew, reporting to the Chief Physician (shore-based) and the Charge Nurse on the ship.

Responsibilities

• Deliver inpatient, outpatient, emergency, and ICU care to guests and crew members of all ages.
• Maintain and inspect all medical equipment as advised by the Charge Nurse; coordinate supply orders and repair needs.
• Train the Emergency Stretcher Team and participate in health education initiatives onboard alongside medical staff.
• Triage emergency calls, assess patients on scene, deliver initial treatment, and transfer to the ship's medical center for further care.
• Ensure strict confidentiality of medical information at all times.
• Support crew immunization programs and perform various technical and administrative tasks to ensure safe medical center operations under Charge Nurse supervision.
• Participate in equipment checks, medication and inventory management, drills, audits, inspections, and training of other crew members.
• Engage in continuous clinical skills training and sustainment, including rotational overnight on-call duties as first responder.
• Work closely with shore-side leadership and medical teams to ensure quality healthcare delivery.

Requirements

• Possess a nursing degree from a recognized institution in an STCW-approved country.
• Hold an active nursing license authorized by an accredited agency in a country recognized under STCW standards.
• Have at least 2 years of recent hands-on nursing experience, with a minimum of 18 months in high-acuity areas such as Emergency Medicine, Trauma Care, or Critical Care.
• Maintain valid Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications prior to embarkation and throughout the contract duration.
• Be well-versed in emergency triage procedures and critical care protocols.
• Experience performing diagnostic tests including X-rays and laboratory work.
• Proficient digital skills, including MS Office and electronic health record systems.
• Ability to sustain clinical competence in Emergency, ICU, or CCU care during standby or breaks.

Preferred Qualifications

• Certification in Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
• Familiarity with Sea Care and Disney Cruise Line Electronic Medical Record systems.
• Previous experience in maritime medical care is advantageous.

Additional Information

This position is shipboard-based.

• Continuous benefits are provided both on and off contract upon signing a return contract. These include major medical coverage, short and long-term disability, life insurance, and retirement savings plan options.
• Candidates must be enthusiastic about a maritime career and prepared to live and work onboard a Disney Cruise Line vessel.
• Applicants should be willing to undertake safety roles, emergency responsibilities per the ship's Assembly Plan, and uphold the Safety Management System requirements.
• Working in a multicultural environment with strict rules and regulations is expected and appreciated.
• A valid passport and C1/D Seaman's visa are necessary (support documentation provided by Disney Cruise Line).
• Successful completion of pre-employment medical screening and criminal background check is mandatory.
• Approved work shoes must be brought on board.
• Disney Cruise Line maintains a drug-free workplace; all new hires will undergo drug and alcohol testing during the first week onboard and randomly throughout the contract. Failure to comply results in immediate termination.