Location: Wrangell, AK

Start Date: 01-27-2026

End Date: 02-03-2026

Contract Type: Perm

Shift Type: Night shifts, Full Time (exact start/end times not specified)

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

• Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and document findings accurately in the EHR
• Safely administer medications and therapeutics and monitor resident responses
• Develop, implement, and update individualized care plans in collaboration with the care team
• Provide leadership on shift: delegate, supervise, and support CNAs, LPNs, and other staff
• Make calm, timely clinical decisions during routine and emergency situations
• Teach and coach residents, families, and staff; lead in-services and education activities
• Coordinate care with physicians and interdisciplinary team members to ensure continuity
• Maintain infection control practices and ensure resident safety standards are met
• Complete required competencies, maintain certifications, and participate in quality initiatives

Qualifications

• 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; agency staff must hold an active Alaska license)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification (American Heart Association)
• Clinical Competency assessment required within 3 months of hire and every three years
• High Risk Competency required within 3 months of hire and annually
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum 1-2 years of nursing experience preferred, ideally in long-term care or similar settings
• Ability to meet physical demands of the role, including lifting/moving up to 50 lbs

Education

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

Knowledge & Skills

• Solid grounding in nursing assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation
• Knowledge of pharmaceuticals, side effects, and safe administration practices
• Proficiency with EHR documentation and accurate charting
• Competence in basic and specialized equipment operation, including AED use
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for patient/family education and team handoffs
• Leadership, delegation, and supervisory skills for coordinating unit care
• Infection control principles and practices for resident safety
• Ability to recognize and respond to changes in resident condition and emergencies

Benefits

• Generous benefits package including medical, dental & vision coverage
• Retirement plan to help you save for the future
• Paid time off and paid parental leave so you can recharge
• Life insurance and short- and long-term disability protection
• Professional development and clinical competency training to grow your skills
• Licensure assistance and support with Alaska nursing license processes
• Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance available for qualified hires
• A supportive team culture that values your contributions and work-life balance

Travel Perks: Explore Wrangell, AK

Explore Southeast Alaska while you work: Wrangell offers excellent fishing and kayaking, abundant wildlife and birdwatching, and scenic hikes through Tongass National Forest. Discover local history at the Wrangell Museum, take scenic boat trips or day excursions to nearby islands, and enjoy a close-knit community with authentic Alaskan culture and outdoor adventure just minutes away.

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