Location: Sitka, AK

Start Date: 01-27-2026

End Date: 02-03-2026

Contract Type: Perm

Shift Type: Days, Full Time

Bill Rate: $25,000 sign-on; $10,000 relocation

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

• Lead and coordinate the Long-Term Care QAPI program to improve resident care and safety
• Plan, organize, and direct quality assurance activities and accreditation readiness
• Conduct chart audits, data analysis, and performance reviews to identify improvement opportunities
• Facilitate quality committee meetings, maintain minutes, and drive action plans to closure
• Coordinate and support regulatory surveys and respond to survey findings
• Perform and support Root Cause Analyses (RCA) and incident investigations including FRIs and Datix events
• Develop, review, and revise policies, procedures, and facility-wide assessments
• Coach and educate staff and leaders to integrate quality and patient safety into daily operations

Qualifications

• Current full, unrestricted, active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Alaska (required)
• Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ), QAPI Certified Professional (QCP), or other LTC quality certification obtained within the last 3 years (required)
• Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association (required)
• Clinical Competency Assessment - SEARHC (required)
• Minimum of 2 years' experience monitoring quality and regulatory requirements, planning and coordinating process changes
• Demonstrated leadership facilitating cross-functional teams and working collaboratively
• Willingness and ability to travel a minimum of 30% as part of the role

Education

• Active Registered Nursing license in Alaska (explicit requirement)
• CPHQ or QCP (quality certification) required within 3 years

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong knowledge of QAPI, quality improvement methodologies, and CMS/regulatory compliance
• Experience with infection control practices and accreditation readiness across care settings
• Skilled in data analytics, chart audits, and presenting performance data
• Proficient with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)
• Excellent verbal and written communication and coaching skills
• Familiarity with RCA, Datix, FRIs, and risk management processes
• Ability to prioritize, problem-solve, and drive measurable improvement

Benefits

• Generous medical, dental, and vision benefits to keep you healthy and focused
• Retirement plan to help you build long-term security
• Paid time off (generous PTO) so you can recharge
• Paid parental leave to support growing families
• Short-term and long-term disability coverage
• Life insurance provided by employer
• Professional development and education support to advance your career
• Clinical competency assessment and onboarding support

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