Emergency Department RN
Sitka, AK
Access Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Rotating

Nursing Contract Opportunity - Sitka, Alaska

Position Summary

• Coordinate and perform a variety of nursing care procedures for patients of all ages.
• Work independently to complete assignments following provider orders, standards of care, nursing policies, and hospital procedures.
• Provide support to patients and families, ensuring safe, therapeutic, and efficient care.
• Make clinical decisions independently during shifts and maintain accountability.
• Supervise and delegate tasks to CNAs/Techs.
• React calmly and make sound nursing judgments in emergency situations.

Key Responsibilities

• Implement nursing care for patients with multisystem diseases and treatment complications.
• Set priorities based on patient acuity and preferences.
• Manage and document nursing procedures consistent with scientific principles and departmental policies.
• Administer age-specific medications and therapeutics accurately.
• Coordinate patient care activities with physicians and healthcare team members.
• Educate patients and families about tests, procedures, disease processes, and coping strategies.
• Provide counseling and psychosocial support, utilizing other healthcare professionals as needed.
• Perform thorough nursing assessments including cognitive, physical, emotional, and developmental needs.
• Develop, implement, and document individualized nursing care plans.
• Participate in patient care conferences and educational programs.
• Maintain confidentiality of patient information.
• Provide leadership and guidance to staff, including orientation of new staff and travelers.
• Participate in departmental meetings and comply with scheduling and competency requirements.

Required Qualifications

• Licensure: Valid, current, full, and unrestricted RN license in the State of Alaska at time of submission.
• Certifications:

  • BLS and PALS required upon hire.
  • ACLS must be obtained within 6 months of hire.
  • TNCC/ATCN and NRP certifications depending on specialty area, to be obtained within first 6 months and renewed bi-annually.
• Experience:

  • Minimum 1 year clinical nursing experience preferred.
  • Prior experience in the specialty area preferred.
• Skills & Knowledge:

  • Nursing care principles, diagnosis, and processes including specialty areas.
  • Ability to recognize and respond promptly to emergent patient conditions.
  • Knowledge of pharmaceuticals, side effects, and complications.
  • Proficiency with medical equipment (defibrillators, monitors, ventilators, etc.).
  • Ability to assist with emergency procedures (intubations, arterial line setup, thoracentesis, etc.).
  • Strong oral and written communication skills.
  • Leadership and teamwork abilities.
  • Ability to implement evidence-based nursing interventions and life-saving procedures.

Contract Details

• Type: Contract
• Location: Sitka, Alaska
• Contract Length: 13 weeks
• Additional Info:

  • Must have or obtain flu vaccination.
  • Start date contingent on fingerprint processing.
  • Applicants must live at least 50+ miles away from the facility.
  • No housing or flights provided.

Prior Travel Experience

• No explicit requirement for prior travel experience mentioned.

This position is ideal for experienced nurses licensed in Alaska who are comfortable working independently in a variety of clinical situations, including emergencies, and who meet the certification requirements.