ICU RN
Ketchikan, AK
Concentric Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights
$2,216/weekOverview
- Start Date12/14/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- 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 | Nights | 3x12-Hour Shifts (19:00–07:00) | Onsite
Key Responsibilities
- Provide direct patient care in an ICU setting at a Critical Access, Level IV Trauma Center serving as a regional referral hub for Southeast Alaska
- Maintain a 1:3 nurse-to-patient ratio, delivering high-acuity critical care to patients arriving from surrounding isolated island communities via boat and fixed-wing aircraft
- Document all patient care and clinical activities accurately using Epic EMR
- Participate in equally divided weekend rotation as required by the unit
- Float within scope to Med Surg and Long-Term Care as needed to meet facility staffing needs
Required Qualifications
- Active Alaska RN License (pending licensure may be reviewed; Washington state license application proof required at submission)
- Minimum 2 years of ICU experience required
- Epic EMR 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 trauma center environment
- Experience floating to Med Surg or Long-Term Care settings
- Epic experience within the past year
Why Join Us
- Opportunity to practice in a unique and adventurous setting in Southeast Alaska, supporting underserved island communities with limited access to healthcare
- Expected 36 hours per week with free onsite parking at a nonprofit facility serving a dynamic patient population year-round
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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