Emergency Department Registered Nurse
Wrangell, Alaska
Wrangell Medical Center

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse - Emergency Department (ED)

Location: Wrangell, Alaska
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Summary

The Registered Nurse (RN) in the Emergency Department coordinates and performs a variety of nursing care procedures for patients of all ages. The role requires professional knowledge, independent decision-making, and accountability for nursing actions during shifts. The nurse supports patients and families, collaborates with healthcare team members, and ensures safe, therapeutic, and efficient care.

Key Responsibilities

• Independently make clinical decisions and maintain accountability for nursing actions.
• Provide nursing care based on provider orders, standards of care, and hospital policies.
• Supervise and delegate tasks to CNAs/Techs.
• Administer age-specific medications and therapeutics accurately.
• Assess patients through interviews, observations, and nursing processes, including pediatric, adult, and geriatric populations.
• Develop, implement, and document individualized nursing care plans.
• Educate patients, families, and staff; participate in patient care conferences and in-services.
• Communicate effectively with patients, families, and healthcare team members.
• Participate in unit goal setting, staff meetings, and maintain certifications and competencies.
• Provide leadership and guidance to other nursing staff.

Required Qualifications

Education & Experience

• Valid, current, full, and unrestricted RN license in the State of Alaska.
• One year of clinical nursing experience preferred.
• Prior experience in the specialty area preferred.

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 6 months and maintained bi-annually.

Skills & Abilities

• Knowledge of 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 relevant to specialty.
• Proficiency in operating and monitoring medical equipment (e.g., defibrillators, monitors, ventilators).
• Ability to assist with emergency procedures (e.g., intubations, arterial line setup).
• Strong oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to provide leadership and work cooperatively with healthcare team members.
• Ability to implement evidence-based nursing interventions and recognize adverse signs promptly.

Additional Requirements

• Must have current Alaska RN license.
• Must have flu vaccination.
• Must submit 2 fingerprint cards upon acceptance.
• Must live at least 50 miles away from the facility location to be eligible for this travel contract.

Prior Travel Experience

• Not explicitly required.

This position requires a professional nurse capable of working independently in a fast-paced emergency setting, with strong clinical judgment and leadership skills.