Location: Wrangell, AK

Start Date: 01-27-2026

End Date: 02-03-2026

Contract Type: Perm

Shift Type: Night shift, Full Time (specific start/end times and days not provided)

Hours per Week: 40

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 for long-term care residents using evidence-based practice
• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and document findings accurately in the EHR
• Administer medications and therapeutics safely and monitor resident responses
• Develop, implement, and update individualized care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team
• Provide education and counseling to residents and families to promote healing and self-care
• Lead and supervise CNAs, LPNs, and other support staff; act as charge nurse when needed
• Respond calmly and effectively in emergencies and make sound clinical judgments
• Participate in staff orientation, in-services, and quality improvement activities

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing (BSN, ADN, or Diploma)
• Current full, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in Alaska or another U.S. state (Direct hire must have applied for Alaska license before start date; agency staff must have an active Alaska license)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (AHA)
• Clinical Competency required within 3 months of hire and every three years
• High Risk Competency required within 3 months of hire and annually
• Minimum 1-2 years of nursing experience preferred
• Ability to lift/move up to 50 lbs and perform required physical tasks of the role

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing (BSN) preferred; Associate degree in Nursing (ADN) or Diploma in Nursing acceptable
• High school diploma or equivalent required

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong nursing assessment, documentation, and care planning skills
• Medication administration knowledge including side effects and monitoring
• Infection control practices and emergency response capability
• Proficiency with EHR documentation and charting
• Ability to lead, delegate, and supervise interdisciplinary team members
• Good oral and written communication; able to educate residents and families
• Familiarity with basic and specialized equipment such as AEDs

Benefits

• Generous sign-on bonus for qualified hires (amount detailed in job posting)
• Relocation assistance available for qualified hires (details in posting)
• Annual geographic differential added on top of base pay
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans
• Paid time off and paid parental leave to support work-life balance
• Retirement plan to help you save for the future
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage plus life insurance
• Paid mandatory training, competency assessments, and ongoing professional development
• Supportive non-profit employer culture with opportunities for growth

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