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 in posting)

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

• Provide comprehensive nursing care for patients of all ages in the emergency/acute setting
• Assess patients, make sound clinical decisions, and initiate appropriate interventions independently during your shift
• Supervise and delegate to CNA/Tech staff to ensure safe, high-quality patient care
• Respond calmly and effectively in emergent situations and coordinate emergency measures
• Transcribe and document physician orders accurately in the medical record and MAR
• Maintain infection control standards and promote patient/resident safety at all times
• Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized patient care plans in collaboration with the care team
• Manage supplies, equipment, and medication stocks; report needs to leadership
• Participate in staff meetings, training, and continuous quality improvement activities

Qualifications

• Current, full, unrestricted Registered Nurse license in Alaska or another U.S. state (Direct hire applicants must have applied for an Alaska license before start date; agency staff must hold an active Alaska license)
• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (BSN, ADN, or Diploma)
• Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) required or obtainable within 6 months
• Clinical Competency Assessment and High Risk Competency required within 3 months as specified and maintained per policy
• Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) preferred and required for ED nurses
• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Ability to perform physical demands of the role, including intermittent movement during the shift and occasional lifting (up to 50 lbs)
• No prior experience required, though acute care, ED, or long-term care experience is preferred

Education

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Associate degree in Nursing, or Diploma in Nursing)
• High school diploma or equivalent

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong patient assessment and clinical decision-making skills
• Medication administration and accurate documentation (EMR, MAR)
• Emergency response and trauma nursing fundamentals
• Infection control practices and isolation techniques
• Ability to supervise, delegate, and work harmoniously with multidisciplinary teams
• Clear verbal and written communication with patients, families, and providers
• Familiarity with laws, regulations, and standards of care relevant to hospital and long-term care settings

Benefits

• Medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy
• Retirement plan for long-term security
• Paid time off and paid parental leave so you can recharge
• Life insurance and short- & long-term disability protection
• Professional development, training, and a commitment to your growth
• A supportive team that values YOU and your clinical judgment
• Comprehensive onboarding and mentorship to set you up for success
• Work-life supports and employee resources through a nonprofit health system

Travel Perks: Explore Wrangell, AK

Explore the wild side of Southeast Alaska while you're here — Wrangell offers excellent fishing, kayaking, and wildlife viewing (including opportunities to spot bears and seabirds). Stroll the historic downtown and Totem Park, visit local museums and cultural sites, and take scenic boat or ferry trips to nearby islands and communities for day trips and weekend adventures.

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