Location: Sitka, Alaska

Start Date: 08-17-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Monday-Friday, Day shift

Hours per Week: 40

Candidate Pay Rate: $116 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide oversight for overall financial performance of assigned departments and set annual budgets
• Coordinate nursing service orientation and mentor new staff through preceptor programs
• Make patient care assignments based on care requirements and staff qualifications
• Revise and implement nursing policies and procedures to ensure high standards of care
• Collaborate with healthcare providers to conduct patient care conferences and quality improvement activities
• Manage staffing schedules, approve leave, and ensure adequate coverage
• Oversee supply and equipment ordering for the department
• Step into patient care roles as needed to meet changing department needs

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing
• Active Alaska RN license at time of submittal
• 5 years of professional nursing experience required
• Minimum 2 years as staff RN in chemotherapy/immunotherapy
• At least 1 year of supervisory or management experience
• High school diploma or GED required; Bachelor's or Master's degree preferred
• Current ACLS certification required; PALS and NRP preferred

Education

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing
• High school diploma or GED
• Bachelor's or Master's degree preferred

Knowledge & Skills

• Knowledge of nursing care principles, practices, and patient assessment
• Proficiency in EHR systems and Microsoft Office (Excel, Word, Access)
• Excellent oral and written communication skills
• Strong decision-making and critical thinking abilities
• Ability to provide leadership and guidance to staff
• Analytical skills to operate specialized medical equipment
• Capability to research new products and equipment for nursing services

Benefits

• Competitive all-inclusive weekly pay package
• Housing assistance arranged by agency
• Travel reimbursement available
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options
• Guaranteed 40 hours per week
• Overtime pay after 40 hours
• On-call pay and call-back rates

Travel Perks: Explore Sitka, Alaska

Explore the stunning Tongass National Forest, visit the Sitka National Historical Park and its totem poles, enjoy world-class fishing and whale watching, hike the scenic trails, and experience the rich Alaskan native culture. This 13-week assignment in Sitka offers a unique opportunity to work in a breathtaking coastal environment.

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