Registered Nurse - Urgent Care
Location: Juneau, AK
Start Date: 01-27-2026
End Date: 02-03-2026
Contract Type: Perm
Shift Type: Rotating days and weekends, 40 hours per week (specific start/end times vary; schedule includes day shifts and weekend coverage)
Hours per Week: 40
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 thorough patient assessments and triage to prioritize care
- Administer medications (oral, topical, IM, SQ, intradermal, IV push/infusion) safely and accurately
- Initiate, maintain, and discontinue IV therapy while monitoring patient response
- Document assessments, interventions, and education clearly in the medical record
- Provide telephone triage, clinical advice, and next-day follow-up calls
- Coordinate referrals, track outcomes, and communicate status to providers
- Maintain infection control practices and keep the clinic environment safe and well-stocked
- Participate in team-based improvement efforts and maintain clinical competencies
- Serve as vaccine coordinator or support vaccine operations as needed
- Respond professionally in urgent or emergency situations and perform life-saving procedures when required
Qualifications
- Current full, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in Alaska or another U.S. state (Direct hire must have applied for Alaska license before start; agency staff must hold an active Alaska license)
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and eligible to take the NCLEX
- Minimum 2 years of general nursing experience with at least 1 year in ambulatory or urgent care
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred
- Clinical Competency (SEARHC) required within 3 months of hire and every three years
- High Risk Competency (SEARHC) required within 3 months of hire and annually
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Ability to stand for extended periods, move and lift up to 50 lbs as needed
Education
- Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (eligible to take NCLEX)
- High school diploma or equivalent
Knowledge & Skills
- Patient assessment and triage skills to prioritize care quickly
- Medication administration across multiple routes including IV therapy
- Clinical documentation and electronic medical record (EMR) proficiency
- Infection control principles and safe clinical practice
- Care coordination, referral tracking, and follow-up management
- Telephone triage and remote patient communication
- Operation and monitoring of specialized clinic equipment
- Strong multi-tasking, time management, and problem-solving abilities
- Ability to remain calm and focused during urgent or emergent situations
- Customer service mindset and professional communication with diverse patients
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy
- Paid time off so you can recharge and explore Alaska
- Paid parental leave to support your growing family
- Retirement plan to help you plan for the future
- Life insurance and short/long-term disability for peace of mind
- Licensure assistance and reimbursement to help with Alaska requirements
- Ongoing clinical competency training and professional development
- A supportive, team-focused culture that values your growth
- Relocation assistance available for qualified hires
- Opportunities for career advancement within a community health system
Apply Now
Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - Urgent Care? Let's get you moving forward!
Send your resume to [email protected] or call us at 408-441-9200 today.
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