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Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical in Sitka, AK

Malone Healthcare

  • Sitka, AK
  • 2 days ago

    Highlights

    Apply independent nursing judgment and critical thinking consistent with the Alaska Board of Nursing scope of practice, including determining appropriate interventions and identifying when provider consultation is required. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association required (experienced nurses must provide evidence at time of hire; new graduates must obtain within 6 months).

    Numbers & Facts

    LocationSitka, AK

    Description

    Key Responsibilities
    • Perform comprehensive patient assessments across the lifespan and develop individualized plans of care for patients with acute, chronic, and post-operative conditions
    • Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately per provider orders; recognize and respond to changes in patient condition, initiating escalation of care as appropriate
    • Apply independent nursing judgment and critical thinking consistent with the Alaska Board of Nursing scope of practice, including determining appropriate interventions and identifying when provider consultation is required
    • Collaborate with providers and interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care, facilitate referrals, and support continuity of services
    • Document assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and in a timely manner within the electronic health record
    • Participate in quality and performance improvement activities, maintain required competencies, and support orientation and mentoring of staff and peers
    Required Qualifications
    • Associate's degree in Nursing from an accredited program
    • Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse license in the State of Alaska
    • Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association required at time of hire
    • Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association required (experienced nurses must provide evidence at time of hire; new graduates must obtain within 6 months)
    • Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association required (experienced nurses must provide evidence at time of hire; new graduates must obtain within 6 months)
    • Clinical competency and high-risk competency validation required within 3 months of hire and maintained per organizational schedule
    Preferred Experience / Skills
    • Prior experience in a medical-surgical or acute inpatient care setting
    • Proficiency with electronic health record systems and clinical documentation
    • Experience delivering culturally responsive, patient-centered care in diverse or underserved communities
    • Ability to manage fluctuating patient acuity and float to other departments as needed
    Why Join Us
    • This role offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact serving a unique and underserved patient population in Southeast Alaska within a mission-driven, non-profit health organization
    • Generous benefits package may include retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health, dental, and vision insurance, life insurance, and short- and long-term disability coverage


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