Basic Life Support (BLS), Behavioral Health, Communication Skills, Crisis Intervention, Diversity, Educational Testing, Healthcare, Medical Terminology, Medication Administration, National League for Nursing (NLN), Nursing, Patient Assessment, Patient Care, Patient Education, Pediatrics, Presentation/Verbal Skills, Registered Nurse (RN), Surgical Nursing, Surgical Procedures, Unit Secretary, Writing Skills
Job Title
Registered Nurse – Inpatient Medical/Surgical (TDY Contract)
LocationBethel, AK
Schedule / Job TypeContract | Days | Onsite
Key Responsibilities- Deliver patient care through the full nursing process including assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation for patients ranging from birth to elderly
- Conduct initial patient assessments and perform reassessments every 24 hours
- Provide care for post-surgical and behavioral health patients, applying age-specific considerations and cultural diversity principles
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare professionals to achieve quality, cost-effective patient outcomes
- Administer treatments and medications, interpret diagnostic tests, and provide education to patients, families, and significant others
- Supervise unit secretaries and patient care technicians in collaboration with the Charge Nurse
Required Qualifications- Completion of an NLN-approved nursing education program
- Current licensure in good standing as a Registered Professional Nurse in the State of Alaska
- Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Ability to pass and maintain all required position competencies
- Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Training (required or willingness to obtain)
- Proficient oral and written communication skills with working knowledge of medical terminology
Preferred Experience / Skills- Experience working with both pediatric and adult patient populations
- Prior experience managing behavioral health patients and applying therapeutic communication techniques
- Ability to work independently and adapt to flexible scheduling demands
Why Join Us- Opportunity to provide meaningful care in a unique and underserved community setting in rural Alaska
- Gain diverse clinical experience across a broad patient population in a dynamic inpatient environment