Location: Sitka, AK

Start Date: 01-27-2026

End Date: 02-03-2026

Contract Type: Perm

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

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

• Develop, implement, and maintain a best-in-class Infection Prevention & Control program aligned with CDC, OSHA, CMS, TJC and APIC guidance
• Collect, analyze, trend, and report infection surveillance data and ensure timely NHSN and regulatory submissions
• Write, update, and implement policies and procedures that translate complex regulations into practical clinical guidance
• Design and deliver engaging education and training for staff, patients, families, and communities
• Lead the IPC committee and provide oversight of the Employee Health program
• Partner with clinical and administrative leaders to integrate infection prevention into strategic and operational initiatives
• Travel to regional SEARHC sites (by jet, small plane, or ferry) to assess, coach, and train staff on-site

Qualifications

• Current, full, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in the U.S.; direct hires must have applied for an Alaska license before start
• Minimum 3 years of acute care and/or infection control experience (data collection, performance improvement, or risk management experience counts)
• Certification in Infection Control and Prevention (CIC) preferred
• BLS current within 3 months of hire (and maintained thereafter)
• Clinical and Manager Competency assessments to be completed within 3 months of hire
• Experience with basic statistics and epidemiologic principles; NHSN reporting experience a plus
• Long-term care experience is a strong plus

Education

• Bachelor's degree in nursing, public health, epidemiology, microbiology, or a related healthcare field (required)
• Master's degree (MPH, MSN) preferred
• High school diploma or equivalent noted in role requirements

Knowledge & Skills

• Working knowledge of epidemiology, infectious disease, and surveillance methods
• Proficiency with data analysis, trending, and database reporting (NHSN experience is a plus)
• Skilled at translating regulatory requirements into clear policy and practical education
• Comfortable with MS Office and database applications for reporting and analysis
• Strong communication skills for multicultural audiences and multidisciplinary teams
• Project management and performance improvement methodology familiarity

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• Retirement plan to help you save for the future
• Paid time off to recharge and come back ready to lead
• Paid parental leave because family matters
• Life insurance and short & long-term disability for peace of mind
• Professional development and continuing education support to grow your IPC expertise
• Licensure assistance and practical onboarding support to get you practicing in Alaska
• A supportive team and leadership that values your contributions

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