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; schedule may include weekends)

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 safe, individualized nursing care for long-term care residents
• Perform thorough nursing assessments, admission databases, and ongoing reassessments
• Administer medications and therapeutics accurately and document in the EHR
• Develop, implement, and evaluate resident care plans in collaboration with the healthcare team
• Provide leadership during your shift — delegate, supervise, and support CNAs, LPNs, and techs
• Act as charge nurse when the Director of Nursing is not present and ensure unit operations
• Respond calmly and effectively to emergencies and changing resident conditions
• Teach and counsel residents and families; document education and discharge planning
• Participate in staff meetings, unit goal setting, and competency training

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing (BSN, Associate Degree in Nursing, or Diploma)
• Current full, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in Alaska or another U.S. state (Direct hire must have applied for an Alaska license before start date; agency staff must have an active Alaska license)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• 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 in a relevant care setting
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs and meet physical demands of the role

Education

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing (BSN, ADN, or Diploma)
• High school diploma or equivalent

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong nursing assessment, care planning, documentation, and medication administration skills
• Infection control practices and age-specific clinical knowledge
• Familiarity with EHR documentation and accurate progress note writing
• Knowledge of pharmaceuticals, side effects, and safe administration
• Competency with basic and specialized equipment such as AED
• Leadership, delegation, and the ability to work cooperatively with interdisciplinary teams
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and resident-centered teaching ability
• Ability to recognize and act promptly on adverse signs and emergency situations

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy
• Retirement plan to help you plan for the future
• Paid time off so you can rest, recharge, and enjoy life outside work
• Paid parental leave to support growing families
• Life insurance and short & long-term disability coverage for peace of mind
• Generous benefits package through a community-focused non-profit (SEARHC)
• Ongoing training, competency checks, and professional development opportunities
• A supportive team and leadership that value your growth and contributions

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