ICU RN
Ketchikan, AK
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs, Days
$2,216/weekOverview
- Start Date11/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Candidates residing within 50–100 miles of the facility may be subject to a reduced rate or may not be accepted.
Applicants must have worked in this unit or setting within the past year to be considered for this position.
Job Title
Registered Nurse – ICU
Location
Ketchikan, AK | Critical Access Hospital
Schedule / Job Type
Contract | 3x12-Hour Shifts | Variable (Days, Evenings, or Nights based on unit need) | Onsite
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care in an ICU setting with a 1:3 nurse-to-patient ratio
- Adapt to variable shift scheduling including days, evenings, and nights as determined by unit need
- Participate in equally divided weekend rotation among staff
- Float to Med/Surg and Long-Term Care units within scope as needed to meet facility demands
- Document and manage patient care using Epic electronic health records
- Respond to and care for patients transported via fast boat and fixed-wing aircraft from surrounding isolated island communities
Required Qualifications
- Active Alaska RN License (pending license will be considered; allow approximately 6 weeks for processing)
- Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required
- Epic experience required
- ACLS certification required
- BLS certification required
- NIHSS certification required
- Must live more than 60 miles from the facility to be eligible
Preferred Experience / Skills
- Prior travel nursing experience in a critical access or rural hospital setting
- Experience caring for high-acuity patients in a regional referral or trauma center environment
- Familiarity with Level IV Trauma Center protocols and workflows
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to practice in a unique and scenic Alaskan setting, serving a diverse patient population including island communities and seasonal cruise visitors
- Expected 36 hours per week with free on-site parking and no required on-call obligations
Employer
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
Recognized by both RNVIP and AlliedVIP as a Top Agency for 2024 and 2025, Concentric Healthcare Staffing continues to set the standard for transparency, education, and partnership in healthcare staffing. Concentric connects nursing, allied, therapy, and behavioral health professionals to rewarding travel and PRN opportunities across the country, building experiences rooted in clarity and trust.
The company believes healthcare professionals deserve more than job listings; they deserve insight. Recruiters act as consultants who explain market trends, pay structures, and facility expectations so every clinician understands the “why” behind each opportunity. This educational approach empowers travelers and PRN staff to make decisions that align with their personal goals and professional growth.
Concentric offers both travel contracts and per diem (PRN) staffing, giving healthcare professionals flexibility and facilities dependable coverage. With dedicated Travel Nursing, Allied and Therapy, and Per Diem Divisions, the team provides specialized support tailored to each discipline.
Concentric measures success by the confidence and satisfaction of the professionals it serves. Whether guiding a nurse to their next adventure, an allied clinician seeking balance, or a behavioral health professional choosing flexible PRN work, Concentric’s mission remains clear: to support, educate, and empower those who care for others
About Ketchikan, AK
As a Travel Intensive Care Unit Nurse in Ketchikan, AK here's what you should know:- The cost of living in Ketchikan, AK is 27% higher than the national average.
- Wages may be slightly higher to compensate for the increased cost of living.
- Average summer highs are around 63°F and average winter lows are around 31°F.
- Short term rentals may be limited, but options for furnished housing can be found with some research and planning.
- Ketchikan is not very car-friendly due to its small size and limited road access.
- Public transportation options are available but may be limited.
- Ketchikan has a diverse population with a wide age range.
- Common health issues may include seasonal affective disorder (SAD) due to the limited daylight hours in winter.
- There may be a small population of travel nurses due to the town's reliance on seasonal industries.
- Ketchikan offers opportunities for outdoor activities such as fishing, hunting, and exploring the Tongass National Forest.
- It also has cultural attractions like the Totem Heritage Center, Alaska Rainforest Sanctuary, and the Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show.
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