Location: Sitka, AK

Start Date: 01-27-2026

End Date: 02-03-2026

Contract Type: Perm

Shift Type: Days, Full Time (day shift; exact start/end times vary by facility schedule)

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

• Facilitate, coordinate, and lead the Long-Term Care QAPI program to drive measurable improvements
• Plan and direct quality assurance activities, integrating QAPI into everyday operations
• Conduct chart audits, review clinical outcomes and identify opportunities for improvement
• Coordinate regulatory surveys and maintain accreditation readiness across the facility
• Lead root cause analyses (RCA) and develop actionable plans to address deficiencies
• Track recommendations, maintain meeting minutes, and report progress to leadership
• Collaborate with Administration, Providers, and interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient safety
• Support incident investigations and maintain accurate records in Datix and other systems
• Design, implement, and evaluate education and coaching for staff to improve clinical practices
• Participate in facility surveys and contribute to policy/procedure review and updates

Qualifications

• Current, full, active Registered Nurse license in Alaska (or applied for prior to start for direct hire)
• Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) or QAPI Certified Professional (QCP) or equivalent LTC quality certification obtained within 3 years
• Basic Life Support (BLS) — American Heart Association
• Clinical Competency Assessment (SEARHC) or equivalent
• Minimum 2 years of experience monitoring quality and regulatory requirements, planning and coordinating process changes
• Demonstrated leadership in facilitating cross-functional teams and collaborative improvement efforts
• Preferred: experience working in Long Term Care and familiarity with CMS regulatory standards
• Ability and willingness to travel approximately 30% of the time

Knowledge & Skills

• QAPI and quality assurance program design and execution
• Regulatory compliance (CMS) and accreditation readiness across long-term care
• Infection control principles and patient safety practices
• Medical chart review and data extraction for quality measurement
• Data analytics: collecting, analyzing and presenting clinical outcome data
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and Datix event reporting
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA) facilitation and corrective action planning
• Strong verbal and written communication, coaching and meeting facilitation
• Ability to prioritize, problem-solve, and drive performance improvement

Benefits

• Medical, Dental & Vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• Retirement plan to help you save for the future
• Paid Time Off and paid parental leave so you can recharge and be present
• Life insurance plus short- and long-term disability for peace of mind
• Relocation assistance and sign-on support for qualified hires
• Licensure assistance and help with credentialing where available
• Professional development and ongoing training to grow your career
• A supportive team that values YOU and your contributions

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