KSA urgently needs 600 Muslim nurses, says POEA

MANILA, Philippines — Saudi Arabia urgently needs 600 Muslim nurses to work in government hospitals in the holy cities of Makkah (Mecca) and Madinah (Medina), the Philippine Overseas Employment Administration (POEA).Outgoing POEA Administrator Rosalinda Baldoz said a recent communication from the Saudi Ministry of Health said the nurses need not have prior experience as long as they are licensed and belong to the Muslim faith.Under Saudi law, only Muslims are allowed to enter Makkah and Medina, although exceptions are made depending on the necessity. read more.....................