Location: Wrangell, AK

Start Date: 01-27-2026

End Date: 02-03-2026

Contract Type: Perm

Shift Type: Nights, Full Time (exact start/end times not specified; night shift coverage)

Bill Rate: $25,000 sign-on; $10,000 relocation; $25,000 annual geographic differential

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

• Coordinate and deliver nursing care across the continuum for patients of all ages, making independent clinical decisions during your shift
• Perform emergency and acute nursing assessments, intervene in emergent situations, and provide calm, sound judgment under pressure
• Administer medications, maintain accurate electronic medical record documentation, and transcribe physician orders into the EMR
• Supervise and delegate to CNAs/Techs, ensuring safe, high-quality patient care and adherence to infection control procedures
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans in collaboration with interdisciplinary teams
• Maintain supply and medication levels, complete required administrative forms/reports, and notify leaders of safety or equipment needs
• Participate in department meetings, training, and policy development to continuously improve patient care and nursing practice

Qualifications

• Current, full, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in Alaska or another U.S. state required (Direct hire must have applied for Alaska license before start date; agency staff must hold active Alaska license)
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS required or must be obtained within 6 months of hire and maintained biannually
• TNCC preferred (required for Emergency Department nurses)
• Clinical Competency and High Risk Competency required within 3 months of hire and maintained per policy
• High school diploma or equivalent required; graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN, BSN, or Diploma)
• Ability to work independently, supervise staff, and handle physical demands including lifting up to 50 lbs
• Experience in acute care, emergency department, or long-term care preferred but not required

Education

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing: Associate's Degree in Nursing (ADN), Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), or Nursing Diploma

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong knowledge of nursing/medical practices, hospital and long-term care regulations, and infection control
• Excellent assessment and emergency response skills in acute and emergency settings
• Proficient in medication administration and EMR documentation
• Skilled in delegation, supervision, and working collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams
• Clear communicator with patients, families, and providers; able to document thoroughly and accurately
• Ability to remain calm and make sound clinical judgments in high-stress situations

Benefits

• Generous medical, dental, and vision benefits provided by the employer
• Retirement plan (employer-sponsored)
• Paid time off and paid parental leave for work-life balance
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage plus life insurance
• Professional development and training support (clinical competency programs)
• Signing bonus available for qualified hires (amount listed in bill_rate)
• Relocation assistance available for qualified hires (details listed in bill_rate)
• Annual geographic differential pay on top of base (referenced in bill_rate)

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