Emergency Department RN
Sitka, AK
ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
3x12 hrs, Rotating
Referral Bonus

RN Position Job Notes:

Travel or Local Registered Nurse needed for ASAP start. A minimum of 2+ years of recent hospital bedside experience is required. Candidates must be able to start within 5 weeks. Opportunity for extension upon successful completion of the initial assignment. $750 referral bonus available.

Opportunity:

RN - ER

Job Details:

• Must have current Alaska RN license at time of submission
• Must have/obtain flu vaccination
• Start date will be no less than 4 weeks after fingerprint cards are received in Juneau for processing
• Must live at least 50+ miles away from facility address
• One year clinical nurse experience preferred
• Prior emergency department experience preferred
• Must have BLS and PALS upon hire, ACLS must be obtained within 6 months of hire date
• ACLS, PALS, TNCC/ATCN, and NRP certification required within first 6 months and bi-annually thereafter
• Coordinate and perform nursing care procedures for patients of all ages
• Work independently while maintaining complete accountability for all actions taken
• Make clinical decisions independently during scheduled shifts
• Provide nursing care for patients with multisystem disease and treatment complications
• Administer age-specific medications and therapeutics accurately
• Demonstrate knowledge of medical equipment operation and monitoring
• Assist with emergency procedures including intubations, arterial line setup, and thoracentesis
• Complete thorough nursing admission databases and initial patient assessments
• Document patient responses to care and maintain confidentiality of patient information
• Attend and participate in at least 50% of departmental staff meetings
• Complete annual competencies and maintain certifications and licensure
• Must be able to react calmly and make sound nursing judgments in emergent situations

Facility:

This healthcare facility provides comprehensive medical services with a focus on emergency care and acute patient needs. The organization emphasizes the Seven Standards of Excellence and maintains high standards for patient safety and therapeutic care. The facility serves patients of all ages and operates with a multidisciplinary healthcare team approach, offering various specialty services and maintaining modern medical equipment to support emergency procedures and patient care.

Location:

Sitka, AK

Sitka offers a unique opportunity to work in Alaska's stunning coastal environment, surrounded by breathtaking wilderness and rich cultural heritage. This picturesque island community provides an exceptional work-life balance with abundant outdoor recreation opportunities including fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing in one of America's most beautiful natural settings.