Registered Nurse Case Manager - Primary Care Clinic
Juneau, Alaska
Juneau – SE Medical Primary Care Clinic

Job Opportunity: Registered Nurse Case Manager / Primary Care Clinic Nurse

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

Job Summary

This is a hybrid/blended nursing role combining case management and clinic nursing responsibilities. The nurse will actively manage assigned patients and serve as a clinic nurse, collaborating with medical providers and interdisciplinary teams to optimize patient outcomes.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage acute, chronic, and health maintenance care needs through continuous review of EHR reminders and patient outreach.
• Coordinate multi-disciplinary care conferences for high-risk or complex patients.
• Participate in case management reviews with a multi-disciplinary team.
• Advocate for patients and families, promoting decision-making, independence, and self-care.
• Facilitate and track patient referrals within and outside the organization, ensuring timely follow-up and resolution of obstacles.
• Perform staff nursing duties including assessment, documentation, patient education, and medication/therapy administration.
• Maintain annual competencies related to safety and infection control.
• Participate in triage and respond to emergency situations as an RN.
• Collaborate effectively with team members across departments and contribute to clinic improvement efforts.

Required Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted Registered Nursing license in Alaska at time of application.
• Graduate of an accredited nursing school (Bachelor’s degree preferred).
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• At least 2 years of case management experience within the last 2 years (higher experience requirement interpreted from description).
• Proof of flu vaccine required.
• Fingerprint cards required for onboarding (start date minimum 5 weeks after receipt).

Preferred Qualifications

• National Case Management certification.

Skills and Knowledge

• Knowledge of nursing process and ability to apply it in clinical settings.
• Familiarity with tribal health services in Alaska preferred.
• Strong customer service, safety, and infection control principles.
• Proficient in assessment, data collection, and use of medical/computer equipment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to multi-task, work independently, and problem-solve in a fast-paced environment.
• Physical ability to stand for long periods, bend, stoop, climb, and move quickly as needed.

Additional Information

• Must live at least 50 miles away from the facility to be eligible.
• No housing or travel accommodations provided.

Prior Travel Experience

• Not explicitly required.