Pay Range: Pay Range:$27.81 - $38.62 Provides support to surgeons to ensure the highest quality care to patients during surgical procedures. SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement. Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it’s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health insurance, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more. HOT JOB! *************************************************************** $25,000 Sign on Bonus! $10,000 Relocation Bonus! Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job Scrubs in on surgical procedures, under professional nurse supervision, for many different advanced and complex types of surgeries. Anticipates the surgeon’s preference for certain materials or instruments and be able to respond to these preferences in advance. Updates Nurse as necessary based on continuing assessment of equipment needs and physician preferences; demonstrates sound clinical judgment; adaptable to changing patient needs. Sets up sterile table with instruments, equipment, supplies, and medications/solutions needed for surgical procedures. Takes apart and reassembles any instrument or piece of equipment that needs cleaning (within the scope of instructed nursing personnel duties) and prepares instruments for terminal sterilization. Monitors supplies and instruments to assure sterility of materials used furthering Quality Assurance of patient care. Inventories, monitors assigned services supplies and order as needed. Develops/implements educational programs and learning aids for the area/department (i.e. in-service classes, special projects, learning aids, patient care standards). Provides input regarding the need for change in policies, procedures and patient care standards. Back up call for emergency cases that may require two surgical technicians. Other Functions Participates in assigned committees. Other duties as assigned. Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required High School Diploma or GED Completion of a technologist training program accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs or any accrediting agency recognized by the United States Department of Education and Surgical Technologist Certification (CST) preferred; if not certified, certification must be obtained within six months of hire or in certain instances, “on the job training” specific experience greater than five years may substitute for certification. Current BLS certification or within three months of hire and bi-annually thereafter Clinical Competency required within 3 months of hire and every three years High Risk Competency required within 3 months of hire and every year Experience Required Experience is preferred Knowledge of Anatomy and physiology with appropriate instrumentation, suturing materials, needles, prosthetic devices and other supplies Wound healing and complications Normal growth, development and life cycle changes, including physical, behavioral characteristics of individuals for which nursing care is provided. Skills in Sterile technique and processing Patient positioning Ability to Handle requests that are made during the surgery. Required Certifications : Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association, Clinical Competency Assessment - SEARHC, High Risk Competency - SEARHC, Surgical Technician Certification - National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
Pay Range: Pay Range:$38.93 - $54.76 *********************************************************** $25K Sign On and $10K Relocation for qualified hire! *********************************************************** The position is responsible for providing clinical education to the long-term care (LTC) facility staff in both Wrangell and Sitka. Additionally, this position is responsible for partnering with clinical leaders to establish standardized clinical competencies and to support the evaluation and completion of those competencies in a way that supports policy and accreditation standards. This role will work approximately 75% in their role with LTC and other duties as assigned to support team projects with other members of the clinical education department. This position is new and is designed to bring experience and additional skills training to our nursing and CNA staff members, as well as to support effective training of new employees. SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement. Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it’s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health insurance, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more. Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job Partnering with SEARHCs CNA clinical educator. The candidate will work closely with the educator to incorporate entry level employees and support effective preceptorships. There will also be coordination with UAA and UAS student clinical experiences. Selects and implements curriculum for training programs in areas where SEARHC will develop clinical training. Standardizes and streamlines SEARHC’s clinical competency program. Partners with clinical leaders to establish and implement training programs that support their objectives, improve patient quality of care, and support employee growth and retention. Ensures educational activities are congruent with SEARHC’s mission, goals, values, priorities, and resources. Promotes the SEARHC Seven Standards of Excellence. Acts as a key member of Clinical Nursing Education program and participates in larger group projects in other areas of the consortium as a collaborative team member. Serves as the liaison for other clinical education opportunities provided by SEARHC. Participates in and uses evidence-based research to identify strategies for improving professional development activities, nursing practice, and patient outcomes. Considers factors related to safety, effectiveness, and cost in planning, delivering, and managing nursing professional development activities. Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing with a BSN (Bachelor of Science in Nursing). Current full, unrestricted Registered Nursing license in Alaska or other U.S. state required. Direct Hire must have applied for an Alaska nursing license before the start date. BLS for providers required. BLS instructor certification preferred OR must be obtained within 1 year after hire. Clinical Competency required within 3 months of hire and every 3 years thereafter. Experience Required 2 years of clinical instructor/educator experience (1 year can be replaced with supervisory experience). 5 years of professional nursing experience, including a minimum of 2 years’ experience in LTC. Supervisory experience preferred. Knowledge of Professional nursing principles, practices, concepts, diagnosis, processes, and procedures as applied to the care of the long-term care patient population. Specialized knowledge in the care of adult and geriatric patient problems and conditions is required. Relevant educational content and appropriate methods of delivery and the ability to develop and facilitate relevant and effective education for adult learners. Skills in Collaborating in developing and evaluating standards of care for patients and training modalities that are evidence-based. Ensures planned educational activities are implemented. Conducts comprehensive evaluations of all educational activities. High quality oral and written communication. Some familiarity with various modalities of education delivery which may include TEAMS, Workday, Canva, Articulate, Smartsheet, SharePoint, PowerPoint, in person teaching, skills fairs, competency compliance. Policy compliance and adherence. Ability to Develop training programs that follow curriculum and policy standards. Create specific training programs applicable to all levels of care provided by the consortium. Provide a positive training environment that reinforces current nursing practice that is evidence-based, providing for continuity, standards of care, and is patient centered. Provide guidance and leadership. Works cooperatively with others by establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships with residents, visitors, and other healthcare team members. Travel Required Travel is required for approximately 30% of the job. Travel is by jet, small aircraft, and ferry. Physical Demands While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or listen. The employee is frequently required to stand, walk, sit, use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must lift and/or move 50 lbs. There will be some travel required for < 30% of the job Required Certifications : Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support Instructor (BLS) - American Heart Association, Clinical Competency Assessment - SEARHC, Registered Nurse License - State of Alaska - Alaska State Board of Nursing If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
Pay Range: Pay Range:$44.57 - $62.80 *********************************************************** $25K Sign On and $10K Relocation for qualified hire! *********************************************************** The registered nurse coordinates and performs a variety of nursing care procedures for patients of all ages, requiring professional knowledge and consideration of specific patient conditions and treatments; and the ability to work independently in completing assignments. Guidelines include provider’s orders; standards of care, nursing policies and procedures manuals, hospital policies, and nursing duties include support to individuals of all ages and their families. Clinical decisions are made independently during the scheduled shift; maintains complete accountability for all actions taken. Consults with the appropriate manager/supervisor and/or ancillary department in difficult situations requiring additional input or resources. Able to react in a calm manner and make sound nursing judgments in an emergent situation. Accountable for proper delegation and supervision of CNA/Tech. SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement. Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it’s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health insurance, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more. Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job Provide the total nursing activities and supervise subordinates for all patients/residents during working hours, assuring patient/resident safety. Develop and maintain a good working rapport with inter-departmental personnel as well as other departments within the facility to assure nursing services and activities are adequately maintained to meet the needs of the patients/residents. Assist in developing and maintaining nursing objectives and standards. Assist in developing, implementing, and coordinating department policies and procedures, resident/patient care plans, nursing procedure manuals, job descriptions, etc. Interpret department policies and procedures to personnel, resident/patients, visitors, family members, etc., as necessary. Ensure each patient’s/resident’s right to fair and equitable treatment, self-determination, individuality, privacy, property, and civil rights including the right to wage a complaint, are followed by the appropriate personnel. Assure established infection control procedures and isolation techniques are strictly followed Create and maintain an atmosphere or warmth, personal interest, and positive environment. Assist in training department personnel and make recommendations to the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)/Director of Nursing (DON) concerning training. Perform administrative requirements such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submitting to the CNO/DON. Assist in evaluating and assisting medical, social, psychological, spiritual, restorative, and rehabilitative care plans, as well as instructions in self-help Maintain confidentiality of all pertinent patient/resident care information to ensure the patients’/residents’ rights are protected. Evaluate emergencies and determine emergency measures to be used. Make independent decisions regarding nursing care. Complete required record-keeping forms on patient/resident admission, discharge, transfer, etc. Assure that all nurses’ notes are informative and descriptive of the nursing care provided and of the patient’s response to care. Notify physician of accidents and fill out/complete accident/incident report forms. Assure that stock levels of medications, medical supplies, equipment, etc., are maintained at adequate levels at all times. Report needs to the CNO/DON or Purchasing Agent. Attend and participate in staff/department meetings, workshops, seminars, etc., as approved. Give and receive nursing report upon reporting in and ending shift work hours. Receive verbal orders from physicians and chart on the physician’s order sheet or the electronic medical record. Transcribe physician’s orders to the electronic documentations system, lab slips, MAR, dietary requisitions, etc. Complete work requisitions for unsafe conditions or equipment repairs. Observe, record, and report to physician patient’s condition and reaction to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents. Other duties as deemed necessary and appropriate or as may be directed. Physical Working Conditions Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday. Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position. Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that enable these senses to function adequately so that the position requirements can be fully met. Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and work effectively with patients/residents, personnel, and support agencies. Must be in good general health. Must demonstrate emotional stability. Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and (at times) hostile people within the facility. May be required to life patients/residents, medical equipment, supplies, etc. #Relocation1 Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (Bachelor’s degree in nursing, Associate’s degree in nursing, or Diploma in nursing) Current full, unrestricted Registered Nursing license in Alaska or other U.S. state required. Direct Hire must have applied for an Alaska nursing license before start date. Agency staff must have an active Alaska license. BLS, ACLS, and PALS or must be obtained within 6 months of hire and maintained biannually thereafter. Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certification preferred (Required for ED nurses). High school diploma or equivalent required. Clinical Competency required within 3 months of hire and every three years High Risk Competency required within 3 months of hire and every year Experience Required None required. Acute care, emergency department, and/or long-term care experience preferred. Knowledge of Nursing/medical practices and procedures Laws, regulations, and guidelines pertaining to hospital and/or long-term care. Skills in Working harmoniously with and supervising professional and non-professional personnel. Seeking out new methods and principles; incorporating them into existing nursing practices. Ability to Read, write, and speak English fluently. Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. Deal tactfully with personnel, patients/residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the public. Plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret programs, goals, objective, policies, procedures, etc., of the Nursing Service Department. Maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc. Maintain the appearance of nursing areas. Perform regular inspections of nursing unit for sanitation, order, safety, and proper performance of assigned duties. Utilize patience, tactfulness, cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm. Handle patients/residents based on whatever level at which they are currently functioning. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must lift and/or move 50 lbs. #Relocation1 Required Certifications : Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association, Clinical Competency Assessment - SEARHC, High Risk Competency - SEARHC, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association, Registered Nurse License - State of Alaska - Alaska State Board of Nursing If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
Pay Range: Pay Range:$44.57 - $62.80 *********************************************************** $25K Sign On and $10K Relocation for qualified hire! *********************************************************** The clinical nurse coordinates and performs a variety of nursing care procedures for patients of all ages, requiring professional knowledge and consideration of specific patient conditions and treatments; and the ability to work independently in completing assignments. Guidelines include provider’s orders; standards of care, nursing policies and procedures manuals, hospital policies, and nursing duties include support to individuals of all ages and their families. Clinical decisions are made independently during the scheduled shift; maintains complete accountability for all actions taken. Consults with the appropriate manager/supervisor and/or ancillary department in difficult situations requiring additional input or resources. Able to react in a calm manner and make sound nursing judgments in an emergent situation. Accountable for proper delegation and supervision of CNA/Tech. SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement. Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it’s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health insurance, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more. Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job Promotes the SEARHC Seven Standards of Excellence; implements safe, therapeutic and efficient care for patients with needs due to multisystem disease and/or complications of treatment using appropriate infection control measures; sets priorities for care of patients based on acuity and/or patients’ preference; anticipates potential problems; adapts to change in the area by setting priorities for emergencies; changes in patient status and unusual occurrences; initiates, manages and documents the nursing procedures consistent with scientific principle and departmental policy; demonstrates knowledge of equipment use; accurately administers age-specific medications and therapeutics; carries out the medical and nursing care plan and coordinates patient care activities with physicians and other healthcare team members; initiates action to reduce, correct or prevent immediate, ongoing or potential risks to the patient; facilitates healing by providing nursing care that is individualized, goal oriented, based on scientific principles and the nursing process; seeks out resources when beyond the scope of skill, knowledge or experience, explains tests, procedures and disease process to patient/significant others; follows through on nursing care plans by teaching and demonstrating skills essential for understanding and coping with illness and promoting optimal health; communicates and interacts with patient/significant others in a positive and supportive way; provides counseling using emotional, intellectual and psychological supports and utilizes other healthcare professionals in dealing with psychosocial problems if needed; takes steps to decrease stress and/or increase effectiveness of coping mechanisms of patient/significant others; evaluates patient’s progress or lack of progress towards goals, directing new goal setting and implementing revised patient care plans as directed by reassessment; documents the patient’s response to care; closes out patient care plan by discharge (with instructions) or has in place an after care plan to meet the patient’s needs. Assures confidentiality of patient information. Accomplishes nursing assessment through interviewing, observation and nursing process; obtains, interprets and applies age-related (pediatric, adult and geriatric) patient information terms of cognitive, physical, emotional and normal growth/development needs of the patient; completes thorough Nursing Admission Databases/initial patient assessment; documents assessment findings that are consistent with other providers and include review of body systems, laboratory results, diagnostic findings, chart reviews and inter disciplinary input; identifies problems and nursing diagnosis by recognizing the impact of health problems on patients and families; distinguishes between normal and abnormal assessments in order to identify patient capabilities and limitations including psychosocial risks, utilizes resources to assess patients with conditions that are new, unfamiliar or not commonly seen. Shall perform duties as assigned and ensure quality patient care despite the situation encountered, be it routine or emergent. Develops and contributes to a plan of nursing action based on existing and potential patient problems and obtainable patient responses which are mutually acceptable to the healthcare team; transcribes and notes physician orders accurately, utilizes past experience to provide a range of options for nursing care; initiates patient care plans using patient care standards; addresses identified nursing diagnosis and coordinates the plan with the healthcare team by using methods that include interventions, goals and time frames; utilizes resources to formulate a written plan of care; documents reassessments which include laboratory results, diagnostic findings, interdisciplinary notes and documented patient observations; gives shift report according to guidelines. Other duties as assigned. Imparts educational knowledge to develop skills to enhance decision making and promote understanding by interacting with patients, family, staff and community; engages in ongoing evaluation of the effectiveness of teaching in terms of patient understanding and behavioral outcomes; organizes and participates in patient care conferences as applicable; identifies staff, patient and family needs and develops a plan for education and/or makes appropriate referrals; develops/implements educational programs and learning aids in the department (i.e. in-services, special projects, learning aides, patient care standards); documents education accurately and completely; provides discharge patient information; participate in in-services and educational programs in the department, hospital and/or community as assigned; ACLS, PALS, TNCC/ATCN, and NRP certified (depending on specialty area) within the first 6 months of employment and bi-annually thereafter; completes all mandatory training and competency checks; utilizes opportunities for incidental teaching with staff members. Communicates with staff, patients, significant others and other members of the healthcare team in a way that is supportive, constructive and positive; gives feedback to other staff and healthcare team members in regard to behavior that does not support achievement; assists in the orientation of new staff, travelers and students by sharing knowledge, experience and verbal encouragement; guides others in choosing nursing intervention, developing skills and applying knowledge; follows and directs others to follow corporate, hospital and departmental policies, procedures and patient care standards; supports the area and overall Nursing services mission by assigning staff to productive tasks and floating to other units as needed; provides input regarding the need for change in policies, procedures and patient care standards able to perform as Contact RN leading assigned RNs and CNAs and accomplishes all assigned patient care and area support activities during the shift. Attends and participates in at least 50% of departmental staff meetings; applies information presented in staff meetings; participates in unit goal setting; complies with area and departmental scheduling guidelines; initiates discussion with nurse manager regarding area or department issues; completes annual competencies, evaluation material, maintains certification sand licensure; complies with dress code; refers un-resolved problems with patients/visitors/co-workers to Nurse Manager or Administrative Manager for resolution, addresses employee concerns consistent with Human Resources policy. Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required Current full, unrestricted Registered Nursing license in Alaska or other U.S. state required. Direct Hire must have applied for an Alaska nursing license before start date. Agency staff must have an active Alaska license. BLS required at hire. ACLS and PALS must be obtained within 6 months of hire. TNCC required for ED nurses. High school diploma or equivalent required. Clinical Competency required within 3 months of hire and every three years High Risk Competency required within 3 months of hire and every year Experience Required One year’s clinical nurse experience preferred. Prior experience in specialty is preferred. Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Knowledge of nursing care principles, practices, diagnosis, and processes (assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation) including specialty areas when appropriate, to provide professional nursing care to patients. Competency to recognize emergently ill patients and adverse signs and symptoms and to act promptly in emergency situations. Knowledge of general pharmaceuticals, their desired effects, side effects and complications in their use. For specialty nursing units, knowledge should include the medication used into area. Skills to apply scientific principles in operating and monitoring of basic medical equipment (ex: defibrillator, monitors, beds/lifts, etc.), Specialty area equipment might also include chest tube set up, immobilization, EKG machines, ventilators, etc. Specialty areas will require proficiency in assisting with emergency procedures (i.e., intubations, arterial line set up, arterial blood gas puncture, thoracentesis, lavage, etc.). Oral and written communication skills, can enter and retrieve patient data accurately, can verbally communicate findings with healthcare team. Ability to provide guidance, leadership, and work cooperatively with others by establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships with patients, visitors, and other healthcare team members. Ability to implement appropriate nursing therapeutic interventions based on the knowledge of a wide variety of nursing diagnosis, evidenced based practice, medical and psychosocial disorders, the normal courses of disease and anticipated complications. Ability to recognize adverse signs and symptoms, which are not always apparent and to intervene promptly in emergency situations including the implementation of life saving procedures. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must lift and/or move 50 lbs. Required Certifications : Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Red Cross, Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association, Clinical Competency Assessment - SEARHC, High Risk Competency - SEARHC, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
Pay Range: Pay Range:$44.57 - $62.80 *********************************************************** $25K Sign On and $10K Relocation for qualified hire! Position qualifies for $25K annual geographic differential! *********************************************************** The registered nurse coordinates and performs a variety of nursing care procedures for patients of all ages, requiring professional knowledge and consideration of specific patient conditions and treatments; and the ability to work independently in completing assignments. Guidelines include provider’s orders; standards of care, nursing policies and procedures manuals, hospital policies, and nursing duties include support to individuals of all ages and their families. Clinical decisions are made independently during the scheduled shift; maintains complete accountability for all actions taken. Consults with the appropriate manager/supervisor and/or ancillary department in difficult situations requiring additional input or resources. Able to react in a calm manner and make sound nursing judgments in an emergent situation. Accountable for proper delegation and supervision of CNA/Tech. SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement. Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it’s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health insurance, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more. Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job Provide the total nursing activities and supervise subordinates for all patients/residents during working hours, assuring patient/resident safety. Develop and maintain a good working rapport with inter-departmental personnel as well as other departments within the facility to assure nursing services and activities are adequately maintained to meet the needs of the patients/residents. Assist in developing and maintaining nursing objectives and standards. Assist in developing, implementing, and coordinating department policies and procedures, resident/patient care plans, nursing procedure manuals, job descriptions, etc. Interpret department policies and procedures to personnel, resident/patients, visitors, family members, etc., as necessary. Ensure each patient’s/resident’s right to fair and equitable treatment, self-determination, individuality, privacy, property, and civil rights including the right to wage a complaint, are followed by the appropriate personnel. Assure established infection control procedures and isolation techniques are strictly followed Create and maintain an atmosphere or warmth, personal interest, and positive environment. Assist in training department personnel and make recommendations to the Chief Nursing Officer (CNO)/Director of Nursing (DON) concerning training. Perform administrative requirements such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc., and submitting to the CNO/DON. Assist in evaluating and assisting medical, social, psychological, spiritual, restorative, and rehabilitative care plans, as well as instructions in self-help Maintain confidentiality of all pertinent patient/resident care information to ensure the patients’/residents’ rights are protected. Evaluate emergencies and determine emergency measures to be used. Make independent decisions regarding nursing care. Complete required record-keeping forms on patient/resident admission, discharge, transfer, etc. Assure that all nurses’ notes are informative and descriptive of the nursing care provided and of the patient’s response to care. Notify physician of accidents and fill out/complete accident/incident report forms. Assure that stock levels of medications, medical supplies, equipment, etc., are maintained at adequate levels at all times. Report needs to the CNO/DON or Purchasing Agent. Attend and participate in staff/department meetings, workshops, seminars, etc., as approved. Give and receive nursing report upon reporting in and ending shift work hours. Receive verbal orders from physicians and chart on the physician’s order sheet or the electronic medical record. Transcribe physician’s orders to the electronic documentations system, lab slips, MAR, dietary requisitions, etc. Complete work requisitions for unsafe conditions or equipment repairs. Observe, record, and report to physician patient’s condition and reaction to drugs, treatments, and significant incidents. Other duties as deemed necessary and appropriate or as may be directed. Physical Working Conditions Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday. Must be able to cope with the mental and emotional stress of the position. Must possess sight/hearing senses or use prosthetics that enable these senses to function adequately so that the position requirements can be fully met. Must function independently, have flexibility, personal integrity, and work effectively with patients/residents, personnel, and support agencies. Must be in good general health. Must demonstrate emotional stability. Must be able to relate to and work with ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and (at times) hostile people within the facility. May be required to life patients/residents, medical equipment, supplies, etc. Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (Bachelor’s degree in nursing, Associate’s degree in nursing, or Diploma in nursing) Current full, unrestricted Registered Nursing license in Alaska or other U.S. state required. Direct Hire must have applied for an Alaska nursing license before start date. Agency staff must have an active Alaska license. BLS, ACLS, and PALS or must be obtained within 6 months of hire and maintained biannually thereafter. Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certification preferred (Required for ED nurses). High school diploma or equivalent required. Clinical Competency required within 3 months of hire and every three years High Risk Competency required within 3 months of hire and every year Experience Required None required. Acute care, emergency department, and/or long-term care experience preferred. Knowledge of Nursing/medical practices and procedures Laws, regulations, and guidelines pertaining to hospital and/or long-term care. Skills in Working harmoniously with and supervising professional and non-professional personnel. Seeking out new methods and principles; incorporating them into existing nursing practices. Ability to Read, write, and speak English fluently. Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action. Deal tactfully with personnel, patients/residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the public. Plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret programs, goals, objective, policies, procedures, etc., of the Nursing Service Department. Maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc. Maintain the appearance of nursing areas. Perform regular inspections of nursing unit for sanitation, order, safety, and proper performance of assigned duties. Utilize patience, tactfulness, cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm. Handle patients/residents based on whatever level at which they are currently functioning. Physical Demands: While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must lift and/or move 50 lbs. Required Certifications : Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association, Clinical Competency Assessment - SEARHC, High Risk Competency - SEARHC, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association, Registered Nurse License - State of Alaska - Alaska State Board of Nursing If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
