Surgical Tech Full-time
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

Surgical Technologist

apartment SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium location_onSitka, AK
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!
RN Educator Full-time
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

Registered Nurse Clinical Educator - LTC HOT JOB

apartment SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium location_onSitka, AK
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!
RN Labor and Delivery Med-Surg Full-time
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

RN - ED/IP/LTC and Specialty Roles with $25K Sign on and $10K Relo!

apartment SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium location_onSitka, AK
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!
RN ER Full-time
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

Registered Nurse - Emergency Department HOT JOB

apartment SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium location_onSitka, AK
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!
RN ER Full-time
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

Registered Nurse - Emergency Dept - Acute Care - HOT JOB - Night Shift

apartment SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium location_onWrangell, AK
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!
RN Full-time
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

Registered Nurse Case Manager HOT JOB

apartment SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium location_onJuneau, AK
$38.93 - $54.76 / hour
Pay Range: Pay Range:$38.93 - $54.76 *********************************************************** $25K Sign On and $10K Relocation for qualified hire! *********************************************************** This position functions within the nursing department and is responsible for coordinating the delivery of appropriate and timely care for patients, promoting quality and cost-effective health care outcomes. 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. Shift Details M-F 8-5 Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job Responsible for the active management of SEARHC patients. Collaborates with the medical provider and all interdisciplinary team members to establish individualized medical goals that maximize patient healthcare outcomes. Coordinates multi-disciplinary care conferences for high risk or complex patients who are referred into the case management process. Manages panel acute and chronic care needs as well as health maintenance, by continuously reviewing EHR reminders and triggers and providing outreach and education to patients. Participates in case management reviews where all high need patients are reviewed with a multi-disciplinary team of providers. Works with multi-disciplinary team as an advocate for the patient/client family at the service –delivery level, fostering patient/family decision making, independence, self-care and growth and development. Uses problem-solving and anticipatory skills in meeting the needs of the patient and the provider. Patient needs should be addressed in a prompt, efficient manner. Facilitates the coordination of patient referrals within SEARHC other outside facilities. Tracks the progress of referrals and outcomes of care, providing periodic status report to providers on outstanding referrals. Serves as the primary link for other case managers and discharge coordinators in care coordination for the patients. Ensures referral records have been received and are available for provider’s review. Proactively identifies delays and obstacles to care and works to remedy individual cases and to improve the process. Performs staff nursing duties in the various nursing roles in the clinic. Duties include assessment, documentation, education and administering appropriate medications and/or therapies. Maintains annual competencies including safety and infection control requirements. Performs duties as assigned in a responsible, respectful, and caring manner to promote effective nursing staff relationships. Maintains a clean and safe working environment including adequate supplies and upkeep of unit and equipment, reporting any defective or missing equipment and safety hazards. Adheres to infection control policy and procedures. Communications and Teamwork Works collaboratively by building bridges and creating rapport with team members within departments and across the organization. Participates in department and clinic team and improvement efforts. Active member of the clinical team and is a leader amongst the pod, nursing staff and unit coordinators. Participates in continued development of the case management role in primary care. As an RN is responsible for participating in the triage role and responding to emergency situations. Performs other duties as assigned, including special projects deemed necessary to provide comprehensive health services. Additional Focus Areas Specialty Clinic - Facilitates the coordination of specialty clinic referrals. Manages referrals and waitlists. Reviews referrals for appropriateness and completion of work-up labs and/or diagnostics. Consults with referring providers for questions or concerns. Schedules patients in requested clinic based on priority system. Ensures pre-appointment diagnostics are ordered, scheduled, and completed. In consult with other facilities, coordinates various clinics including dates and times for clinic availability. Tracks the progress of referrals and outcomes of care, providing periodic status report to providers on outstanding referrals. Ensures referral records have been received and are available for provider’s review. Primary nurse for all specialty clinics, providing clinical support. Including assessment, documentation, education and administering appropriate medications and therapies. Prepares clinical space for selected clinic (i.e., appropriate medical equipment). Sets up and assists the provider during various medical procedures (i.e., colposcopy, cystoscopy). Assists the medical staff with educational in-services provide by the specialty clinic providers. OB Case Management - Primary case manager OB patients. Is responsible for the intake and tracking processes. Is responsible for education and outreach for OB patients. Works closely with the primary care providers and case managers to ensure comprehensive care for patients. Tracks postpartum care and newborn immunizations. VTC – Communicates and coordinates all video teleconferencing visits with Specialty providers from AK Native Medical Center. Acts as nursing staff for those visits. ETT – Manages referrals and coordinates appointment times with Bartlett, SEARHC provider, and patient for Exercise Treadmill tests (Juneau). Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Bachelor’s degree preferred. 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. Basic Life Support certification. National Case Management certification preferred. High school diploma or equivalent required. Clinical Competency required within 3 months of hire and every three years Experience Required At least 1 year of general nursing experience with at least 6 months’ employment as a clinical nurse at a SEARHC outpatient clinic OR at least 2 years of general nursing experience with a minimum of 1 year in an ambulatory setting or 1 year case management experience. Knowledge of SEARHC services and those of other tribal health organizations in Alaska The nursing process and the ability to apply this knowledge in the working environment. Customer service principles. Safety and infection control principles. Skills in Assessment, anticipation of needs, and data collection. The use of equipment such as computers and medical equipment. Oral and written communications. Ability to Multi-task and work independently in fast paced environment. Maintain compliance with annual competencies. Problem-solve and use conflict resolution skills to develop and maintain good working relations with other staff and departments. Anticipate needs of others and to seek help when appropriate. Ability to work within a very fast paced clinical setting. Move at a quick pace, stand for long periods of time, bend, stoop, climb and move to the floor. Follow simple and complex directions and perform multiple tasks at once. Perform job using theory-based nursing practice model, evidence-based practices, and shared governance in a multi-disciplinary setting. 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 : Basic Life Support (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!
RN OB/GYN Outpatient Full-time
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

Registered Nurse Case Manager - Clinic - Ob/Gyn HOT JOB

apartment SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium location_onJuneau, AK
$38.93 - $54.76 / hour
Pay Range: Pay Range:$38.93 - $54.76 *********************************************************** $25K Sign On and $10K Relocation for qualified hire! *********************************************************** This position functions within the SEARHC Surgery/Specialty Clinic to assist patients and medical staff within the ambulatory care setting by providing case management services and nursing care to patients referred to Surgery or Specialty Clinics. 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 Responsible for the active management of SEARHC patients. Collaborates with the medical provider and all interdisciplinary team members to establish individualized medical goals that maximize patient healthcare outcomes. Uses problem-solving, critical thinking and anticipatory skills in meeting the needs of the patient and the provider. Patient needs should be addressed in a prompt, efficient manner. Works closely with providers and other clinical staff to facilitate and coordinate patient referrals to Surgery/Specialty Clinic. Reviews referral records to ensure all appropriate information is available for providers’ review. Tracks the progress of referrals and outcomes of care, providing periodic status report to providers on outstanding referrals. Serves as the primary clinical contact regarding patient care and in care coordination for the patients. Proactively identifies delays and obstacles to care and works to remedy individual cases and improve the process. Performs staff nursing duties in the various nursing roles in the clinic. Duties include assessment, documentation, education and administering appropriate medications and/or therapies. Maintains annual competencies including safety and infection control requirements. Performs duties as assigned in a responsible, respectful, and caring manner to promote effective nursing staff relationships. Maintains a clean and safe working environment including adequate supplies and upkeep of unit and equipment, reporting any defective or missing equipment and safety hazards. Adheres to infection control policy and procedures. Communications and Teamwork Works collaboratively by building bridges and creating rapport with team members within departments and across the organization. Participates in department and clinic team and improvement efforts. Performs other duties as assigned, including special projects deemed necessary to provide comprehensive health services. 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. Graduate of an accredited school of nursing. Bachelor’s degree preferred. Basic Life Support certification. High school diploma or equivalent required. Clinical Competency required within 3 months of hire and every three years Knowledge of The nursing process and the ability to apply this knowledge in the working environment. Customer service principles Safety and infection control principles Skills in Assessment, anticipation of needs, and data collection Oral and written communications Ability to Multi-task and work independently in fast paced environment. Be a team-player. Willing to teach when appropriate. Problem-solve and use critical thinking skills to develop and maintain good working relations with other staff and departments. Willingness to ask for help when encountering a new or challenging situation. Perform job using theory-based nursing practice model, evidence-based practices, and shared governance in a multi-disciplinary team. 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 : Basic Life Support (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!
RN Educator Full-time
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

RN Diabetes Case Manager and Educator (Hot Job)

apartment SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium location_onJuneau, AK
Pay Range: Pay Range:$38.93 - $54.76 ********************************************************** $25K Sign On and $10K Relocation for qualified hire! ********************************************************* Is responsible for maintaining a formal comprehensive diabetes education program encompassing medical/clinical providers, physical therapists, mental health practitioners, and health educators. Monitors equipment that provides eligible patients with the tools and support to self-manage their diabetes, thus reducing chronic care costs. 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. Shift Details M-F 8-5 Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job Provides education and case management to people with diabetes, prediabetes, and gestational diabetes. Maintains diabetes registries for people with diabetes, prediabetes, and gestational diabetes. Ensures all patients receive annual exams, laboratory tests, immunizations, and education as recommended by IHS Standards of Care for Adults with Type 2 Diabetes (found on the SEARHC intranet medical pages). Coordinates primary and secondary prevention goals for patients with diabetes through active participation with the SEARHC Consortium Diabetes team. Coordinates completion of the annual IHS Diabetes Audit. Utilizes audit data, other reports, and RPMS tools to provide the highest quality of care. Facilitates education and implementation of IHS Standards of Care for Adults with Type 2 Diabetes to medical providers, dietitians, nurses, and other related personnel through education programs and direct training. Supports and models the SEARHC Seven Standards of Excellence. Answers inquiries of a general nature by nursing staff, provider staff, other departments, visitors, and patients, assisting them in a friendly and cooperative manner Receives and relays messages to personnel and uses proper telephone etiquette. Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required A valid, current RN license in the state of Alaska. Certification as a Diabetic Educator OR eligible to apply for certification within 2 years. Clinical Competency required within 3 months of hire and every three years Experience Required 3 years’ general nursing or dietetic experience, preferred. Preferred, 1 year’s work experience in diabetic care and management. Knowledge of Diabetes case management, practices, and procedures to assess patient care. Health promotion and patient education activities. Customs of ethnic groups within the various Alaska Native geographic locations. Skills in Performing a variety of responsible diabetic care procedures requiring professional knowledge and consideration of specific patient conditions and treatments. Employing tact and sensitivity in stressful situations such as dealing with catastrophic illnesses, dying, and death. Oral and written communication. Computer use Teaching Organization Ability to Appreciate cultural differences and their effect on health care delivery. Work independently in completing tasks. Lead group programs. Engage patients in self-management activities. Provide positive feedback to patients. Prioritize and use good judgment. Coordinate a variety of issues while being frequently interrupted. 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. #SEARHC1 Required Certifications : Certified Diabetes Educator - National Certification Board for Diabetes Educators, 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!
RN Outpatient Full-time
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

Registered Nurse Case Manager - Primary Care HOT JOB

apartment SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium location_onSitka, AK
Pay Range: Pay Range:$38.93 - $54.76 This position functions within the nursing department and is responsible for coordinating the delivery of appropriate and timely care for patients, promoting quality and cost-effective health care outcomes. 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. *********************************************************** $25K Sign On and $10K Relocation for qualified hire! *********************************************************** Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job Responsible for the active management of SEARHC patients. Collaborates with the medical provider and all interdisciplinary team members to establish individualized medical goals that maximize patient healthcare outcomes. Coordinates multi-disciplinary care conferences for high risk or complex patients who are referred into the case management process. Manages panel acute and chronic care needs as well as health maintenance, by continuously reviewing EHR reminders and triggers and providing outreach and education to patients. Participates in case management reviews where all high need patients are reviewed with a multi-disciplinary team of providers. Works with multi-disciplinary team as an advocate for the patient/client family at the service –delivery level, fostering patient/family decision making, independence, self-care and growth and development. Uses problem-solving and anticipatory skills in meeting the needs of the patient and the provider. Patient needs should be addressed in a prompt, efficient manner. Facilitates the coordination of patient referrals within SEARHC other outside facilities. Tracks the progress of referrals and outcomes of care, providing periodic status report to providers on outstanding referrals. Serves as the primary link for other case managers and discharge coordinators in care coordination for the patients. Ensures referral records have been received and are available for provider’s review. Proactively identifies delays and obstacles to care and works to remedy individual cases and to improve the process. Performs staff nursing duties in the various nursing roles in the clinic. Duties include assessment, documentation, education and administering appropriate medications and/or therapies. Maintains annual competencies including safety and infection control requirements. Performs duties as assigned in a responsible, respectful, and caring manner to promote effective nursing staff relationships. Maintains a clean and safe working environment including adequate supplies and upkeep of unit and equipment, reporting any defective or missing equipment and safety hazards. Adheres to infection control policy and procedures. Communications and Teamwork Works collaboratively by building bridges and creating rapport with team members within departments and across the organization. Participates in department and clinic team and improvement efforts. Active member of the clinical team and is a leader amongst the pod, nursing staff and unit coordinators. Participates in continued development of the case management role in primary care. As an RN is responsible for participating in the triage role and responding to emergency situations. Performs other duties as assigned, including special projects deemed necessary to provide comprehensive health services. Additional Focus Areas Specialty Clinic - Facilitates the coordination of specialty clinic referrals. Manages referrals and waitlists. Reviews referrals for appropriateness and completion of work-up labs and/or diagnostics. Consults with referring providers for questions or concerns. Schedules patients in requested clinic based on priority system. Ensures pre-appointment diagnostics are ordered, scheduled, and completed. In consult with other facilities, coordinates various clinics including dates and times for clinic availability. Tracks the progress of referrals and outcomes of care, providing periodic status report to providers on outstanding referrals. Ensures referral records have been received and are available for provider’s review. Primary nurse for all specialty clinics, providing clinical support. Including assessment, documentation, education and administering appropriate medications and therapies. Prepares clinical space for selected clinic (i.e., appropriate medical equipment). Sets up and assists the provider during various medical procedures (i.e., colposcopy, cystoscopy). Assists the medical staff with educational in-services provide by the specialty clinic providers. OB Case Management - Primary case manager OB patients. Is responsible for the intake and tracking processes. Is responsible for education and outreach for OB patients. Works closely with the primary care providers and case managers to ensure comprehensive care for patients. Tracks postpartum care and newborn immunizations. VTC – Communicates and coordinates all video teleconferencing visits with Specialty providers from AK Native Medical Center. Acts as nursing staff for those visits. ETT – Manages referrals and coordinates appointment times with Bartlett, SEARHC provider, and patient for Exercise Treadmill tests (Juneau). Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Bachelor’s degree preferred. 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. Basic Life Support certification. National Case Management certification preferred. High school diploma or equivalent required. Clinical Competency required within 3 months of hire and every three years Experience Required At least 1 year of general nursing experience with at least 6 months’ employment as a clinical nurse at a SEARHC outpatient clinic OR at least 2 years of general nursing experience with a minimum of 1 year in an ambulatory setting or 1 year case management experience. Knowledge of SEARHC services and those of other tribal health organizations in Alaska The nursing process and the ability to apply this knowledge in the working environment. Customer service principles. Safety and infection control principles. Skills in Assessment, anticipation of needs, and data collection. The use of equipment such as computers and medical equipment. Oral and written communications. Ability to Multi-task and work independently in fast paced environment. Maintain compliance with annual competencies. Problem-solve and use conflict resolution skills to develop and maintain good working relations with other staff and departments. Anticipate needs of others and to seek help when appropriate. Ability to work within a very fast paced clinical setting. Move at a quick pace, stand for long periods of time, bend, stoop, climb and move to the floor. Follow simple and complex directions and perform multiple tasks at once. Perform job using theory-based nursing practice model, evidence-based practices, and shared governance in a multi-disciplinary setting. 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 : Basic Life Support (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!
RN Full-time
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

Registered Nurse - Quality Management & Accreditation - LTC QAPI HOT JOB

apartment SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium location_onWrangell, AK
Pay Range: Pay Range:$38.93 - $54.76 Primary responsibilities are as the Long-Term Care (LTC) QAPI Coordinator / RN. The primary purpose of this position is to facilitate, conduct, coordinate, and evaluate consistent quality clinical care delivery through adopted clinical standards, policies, practices, protocols, and processes. Ensure compliance with CMS and other regulatory bodies, as applicable. This position coordinates regulatory surveys; continuous accreditation readiness activities. As a member of the LTC facility interdisciplinary team, this position also coordinates, assigns, performs and evaluates general practices within the facility as it relates to safety, regulatory compliance, corporate standards, and more using the QAPI program as one method of monitoring. Infection Control facilitation, as it relates to adopted and expected performance is aligned with this position. This position works closely with Administration, Providers, Leaders and Staff to ensure awareness of quality and patient safety, and to facilitate improvement efforts in all areas. 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. ********************************************************** $25K Sign On and $10K Relocation for Qualified Hire! ********************************************************** Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job May include any and/or all of the below: Collaboration with the Long-Term Care Administrator on overall QAPI objectives for the organization. Plan, organize, and direct quality assurance program and activities. Lead projects and provide education and coaching and coordinate with directors/managers to ensure QAPI efforts are integrated into all operations and departments, including staff responsibilities. Provide ongoing assessment of performance, analyzes clinical outcome data, and identifies performance improvement opportunities or trends. Plan, develop, organize, implement, coordinate, and direct the quality assurance and assessment program designed to enhance the quality of resident care, in accordance with current rules, regulations, and guidelines that govern nursing care facilities. Establish and maintain tracking systems for recommendations of groups involved in quality assurance. Develop and implement appropriate plans of action to correct identified deficiencies. Assist in developing follow-up procedures for monitoring identified problem areas. In collaboration with the Risk Manager, perform RCA as necessary and keep all records of FRIs (facility reported incidents) and Datix events, and assist in investigations of incident reports, complaints, resident care issues and others as requested. Make written and oral reports and recommendations to the Administrator, as necessary or required, concerning the operation of the quality assessment and assurance program. Design a process for and conduct an evaluation of QAPI efforts (at least annually). Facilitate a discussion within the quality committee for this annual review. Develop and maintain formal QAPI plan. Organize and facilitate the quality committee meetings by guiding discussion around performance measures and prioritizing and developing quality efforts and maintaining meeting minutes. Participate in Facility's surveys. Review and write/revise policies and procedures, survey reports, facility wide assessment, etc. Communicates professionally and effectively with all levels of the organization; serves as a resource, mentor, and role model for others as QM is continuously integrated into everyday processes within the organization. Support the QMA Department with quality management responsibilities, to include, but not limited to; chart audits, rounding, accreditation readiness and support, participate and facilitate quality committees, as applicable. Other duties as assigned, including cross coverage of other QM Team member roles. Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required Current full, unrestricted, active Registered Nursing license in Alaska. Direct Hire must have applied for an Alaska nursing license before the start date. Agency staff must have an active Alaska license. Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ), or QAPI Certified Professional (QCP), or other LTC Quality Certification, obtained within 3 years - required. Experience Required 2 years’ experience monitoring quality and regulatory requirements, planning, and coordinating process changes. Demonstrated experience that shows leadership skills in facilitating and leading cross-functional teams and in working collaboratively with groups or teams. Preferred: experience working in Long Term Care Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of Knowledge of accreditation requirements for a healthcare system to include long-term care, acute care, ambulatory and/or behavioral health. Strong working knowledge of patient care principles and practices Understanding of quality improvement concepts and practices Concepts around medical practice and standards of care General knowledge of organizational functions and operations. Knowledge of group processes and ability to lead processes. Skills in Experience with Data Analytics in the collection, analysis, and presentation of data Excellent verbal and written communication skills Skill with medical chart reviews and extraction of data Oral and written communication skills. Ability to Ability to focus and prioritize to attain goals. Effectively solicit ideas and information from individuals and groups. Ability to define problems, collect data, establish facts, and draw valid conclusions Computer Skills: Proficient in Microsoft Office Products including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint Other Qualifications: Travel Required: Minimum of 30% travel is expected. Safety and Risk Management Responsibilities: Employees are responsible for complying with safe work rules; reporting all accidents and injuries immediately; cooperating in all accident and injury investigations; reporting defective equipment and unsafe conditions. 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 may frequently lift and/or push/pull up to 25 lbs. Work Environment: The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate. The setting for this role will include office and healthcare settings. Exposure to controlled temperature environments, both hot and cold, is to be expected. The normal work routine involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues. Persons who perform these duties are typically not called upon as part of their employment to perform or assist in emergency medical care or first aid or to be potentially exposed in some other way. Required Certifications : Basic Life Support (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!
RN Utilization Review Full-time
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

RN - Care Coordinator - In-patient HOT JOB

apartment SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium location_onSitka, AK
Pay Range: Pay Range:$41.66 - $58.69 As part of a consortium-wide team, support and manage patient progression of care in the hospital setting, promote evidence-based protocols, ensure the appropriateness of interventions, assess patient psycho-social needs, and expedite care delivery for patients. 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. ********************************************************* $25K Sign On and $10K Relocation for qualified hire! ************************************************************ Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job Works collaboratively with consortium wide team supporting inpatient Care Coordination and Utilization Management Coordinate local CAH Swing Bed/Transitional Care program. Lead local CAH Inpatient interdisciplinary team meeting. Reviews all admissions to develop personalized treatment plans that are clinically appropriate, match the patients care needs and are consistent with patient choice and available resources while ensuring a timely and appropriate discharge. Collaborate with providers, leadership, and clinical support team to ensure treatment plan is based upon patient need and meets criteria approved by consortium and regulatory agencies/payors. Ensure ongoing documentation supports Utilization Management functions and communicate with payors appropriately. Provide appropriate information to educate patients/families regarding healthcare benefits and treatment plan. Assess patient to obtain relevant psycho-social information, make interventions and professional support referrals as needed. Develop and communicate discharge plan with the care team and patient/family, ensuring safe and well-coordinated transition of care. Support Peer Review process as part of consortium plan. Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required Current full, unrestricted Registered Nursing license in Alaska or other U.S. state required. Bachelor’s preferred. Direct Hire must have applied for an Alaska nursing license before start date. Agency staff must have an active Alaska license. Case Management certification by recognized certifying organization within 24 months of hire. BLS. ACLS. PALS preferred. 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 5 years clinical nursing experience 1 year experience with chart review, risk management, or related quality service preferred. Knowledge of Medical record review, medical necessity/insurance guidelines, and regulatory compliance. Skills in Communication, both verbal and written Strong organizational skills Ability to Work collaboratively as part of an interdisciplinary team. Build relationships with colleagues, community partners, and consumers. 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, Case Manager Certification - Commission for Case Manager Certification, Clinical Competency Assessment - SEARHC, High Risk Competency - 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!
RN Full-time
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

Rural Registered Nurse HOT JOB

apartment SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium location_onHoonah, AK
Pay Range: Pay Range:$44.57 - $62.80 Provides professional nursing care to patients of all ages from infant to elderly including after-hours urgent/emergent clinic. Performs professional nursing duties utilizing the nursing process and initiating nursing actions, providing comprehensive nursing care to meet the physical, emotional, spiritual, and socio-cultural needs of the patient and family. Demonstrates initiative and ability to work independently on a variety of tasks during times when patient load is light. Must be able to identify life-threatening situations quickly. Must be organized and able to coordinate all aspects of patient care to provide the highest quality of healthcare services and to promote excellent customer service. The RN makes daily decisions affecting patient access to care and direct delivery of care. Communication with the patient, primary health care provider and SEARHC support services are required. This position is under the direct supervision of the nurse manager. Employee is expected to make decisions using basic nursing knowledge and skill developed from educational experiences and training. This person is expected to function independently, be self-starting and show good judgment in decision and problem solving. 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. *********************************************************** $25K Sign On and $10K Relocation for qualified hire! And $25K Annual Geographic Pay on top of Base! *********************************************************** Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job Knowledge of nursing care principles, practice and procedures required to assess and care for patients of all ages and conditions. In conjunction with the primary care provider, develops a plan of care from assessment data for individual patients. Observes, assesses, recognizes, identifies, and interprets the patient condition. Document observations, nursing interventions, health teaching, therapeutic measures, and the coordinated activities between nursing and other professional disciplines. Evaluates to what extent nursing interventions have met the health care goals the patient and revises the plan of care accordingly. Administers therapeutic measures as ordered by a physician or other qualified health care provider appropriates within scope of practice and department protocol. Operates specialized equipment. Demonstrates correct utilization of computer-based health information system. Performs triage of patients requesting other than routine clinic appointments. Assesses patient according to established protocol and provides appropriate advice or directs patient to level of care. Recognizes signs and symptoms requiring intervention and acts appropriately. Maintains a safe and aseptic environment by carrying out sterile and aseptic technique and procedures. Maintains equipment and adequate level of medical and nursing supplies. Identifies safety concerns and quickly takes steps to correct the situation. Nursing staff is responsible for the weekend, on-call, and secondary coverage of the moderate complexity lab which includes but not limited to phlebotomy, QA/QI of instrumentation, testing of lab specimens, documenting of lab specimens, proficiency testing, and shipping of lab specimens. Nursing is also responsible for respiratory therapy functions such as: pulmonary function testing, peak flow test, 12 lead EKG’s, Nebulizer treatments, and oxygen therapy. Radiology is another function of the nursing staff which includes registering and editing x-rays in the Nova Rad system, taking of films, editing, transferring, and printing of x-rays when needed, erasing and cleaning of cassettes, and documentation of all radiology studies both electronically and hard copy. Case management is another function of the nursing staff as occasionally the need to assist the referral care coordinator and establish care plans with the patient’s provider. 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. Successful completion of a BSN, Diploma, or Associated Nursing Degree Program BLS. ACLS/PALS required within 1 year of hire. Limited Radiology online course will be required and provided by employer. 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 6 months ambulatory health nursing experience with 1-year general nursing experience as an RN following completion of a BSN or 2 years of general nursing experience. Background in Emergency/Critical Care Nursing a plus. Knowledge Knowledge of professional nursing care principles, practice, and procedures. Knowledge of pharmaceuticals, their desired effect, side effects and the complications of their use. Knowledge of a wide variety of medical and psychosocial disorders. Skills Professional nursing skills. Professional skill in operating and monitoring a variety of specialized medical equipment and assisting with procedures. Interpersonal communication skills. Skill in operating and monitoring equipment necessary for patient diagnosis and care. Abilities Ability to provide guidance and leadership to other nursing personnel. Ability to develop or coordinate a multi-disciplinary outpatient care plan. Ability to recognize adverse signs and react appropriately. 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 : Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association, Clinical Competency Assessment - SEARHC, High Risk Competency - 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!
RN Full-time
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

Registered Nurse - LTC - Night Shift HOT JOB

apartment SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium location_onWrangell, AK
Pay Range: Pay Range:$44.57 - $62.80 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, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more. Coordinates a variety of nursing care procedures for residents of various ages which requires professional knowledge and consideration of specific resident conditions and treatment. Participates in patient and family teaching and provides leadership by working cooperatively with ancillary nursing and other members of the healthcare team to maintain standards for professional nursing practice in the long-term care setting. Guidelines include physician’s orders, standards of care, nursing policies and procedures, manuals, hospital, and long-term care policies. Clinical decisions are made initially independently during the scheduled shift; maintains complete accountability for all actions taken. Consults with the appropriate manager/supervisor in difficult situations requiring additional input. Able to react in a calm manner and make sound nursing judgments in an emergency environment. Accountable for proper delegation and supervision of CNA/Tech, LPN, and/or Ward Clerk on unit during shift. *********************************************************** $25K Sign On and $10K Relocation for qualified hire! $25K annual geographic differential on top of base *********************************************************** Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job Promotes the SEARHC Seven Standards of Excellence; Implements safe, therapeutic, and efficient care for patients and residents with needs due to multisystem disease and/or complications of treatment using appropriate infection control measures; sets priorities for care of patients and residents based on acuity and/or patients’ preference; anticipates potential problems; adapts to change on the area by setting priorities for emergencies, changes in 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 resident care activities with physicians and other healthcare team members; initiates action to reduce, correct, or prevent immediate, ongoing, or potential risks to the resident; 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 test, procedures, and disease process to resident/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 resident/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 resident/significant others; evaluates resident’s progress or lack of progress towards goals, directing new goal setting and implementing revised care plans as directed by reassessment; documents the resident’s response to care; closes out resident care plan by discharge or has in place an after care plan to meet the resident’s needs; Assures confidentiality of resident information. Accomplishes nursing assessment through interviewing, observation and nursing process; obtains, interprets and applies age-related patient information in terms of cognitive, physical, emotional and normal growth/development needs of the resident; completes thorough Nursing Admission Databases/initial resident assessment; documents assessment findings that are consistent with other providers and include review of body systems, laboratory results, diagnostic findings, chart reviews, and interdisciplinary input; identifies problems & nursing diagnosis by recognizing the impact of health problems on residents and families; distinguishes between normal and abnormal assessments in order to identify resident capabilities and limitations including psychosocial risks; utilizes resources to assess residents with conditions that are new, unfamiliar, or not commonly seen. Shall perform duties as assigned and ensure quality resident care despite the situation encountered, be it routine or emergent. Imparts educational knowledge to develop skills to enhance decision making and promote understanding by interacting with residents, family, staff, and community; engages in ongoing evaluation of the effectiveness of teaching in terms of resident understanding and behavioral outcomes; organizes and participates in care conferences as applicable; identifies staff, resident, 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, resident care standards); documents education accurately and completely; provides discharge information; participate in in-services and educational programs in the department, hospital and/or community as assigned; completes all mandatory training and competency checks; utilizes opportunities for incidental teaching with staff members. Communicates with staff, residents, 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 resident 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 resident care standards; able to perform as Contact RN leading assigned RNs, LPNs, and CNAs and accomplishes all assigned resident care and area support activities during the shift. Develops and contributes to a plan of nursing action based on existing and potential resident problems and obtainable resident 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 care plans using resident care standards; addresses identified nursing diagnosis and coordinates the plan with the healthcare team by using methods that include interventions, goals, and timeframes; utilizes resources to formulate a written plan of care; documents reassessments which include laboratory results, diagnostic findings, interdisciplinary notes and documented resident observations; writes progress notes in EHR; gives shift report according to area guidelines. 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 certifications and licensure; complies with dress code; refers unresolved problems with patients/visitors/co-workers to Nurse Manager or Administrative Manager for resolution; addresses employee concerns consistent with Human Resources Policy Familiar and competent in mandatory state reporting guidelines and the time requirements. Other duties as assigned. When DON not physically present, will be willing to take the role of charge nurse for the long-term care unit. 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. Current Basic Life Support certification. 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 Minimum 1-2 years of nursing experience preferred. Knowledge of Knowledge of nursing care principles, practices, diagnosis, and processes (including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation) to provide professional nursing care to residents. Competency to recognize adverse signs and symptoms and to act promptly in emergency situations. Knowledge of pharmaceuticals, their desired effects, side effects, and complications in their use. Skills in Skills to apply scientific principles in operating and monitoring of basic and specialized medical equipment such as AED. Proficient in nursing procedures and basic nursing care. Oral and written communication skills, can enter and retrieve resident data accurately, can verbally communicate findings with healthcare team. Ability to Ability to provide guidance, leadership, and work cooperatively with others by establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships with residents, 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, medical and psychosocial disorders and the normal course of disease and anticipated complications. Uses aggressive resident management techniques to defuse any resident/patient/visitor/peer volatile situations. 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 : Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association, Clinical Competency Assessment - SEARHC, High Risk Competency - 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!
RN Full-time
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

Registered Nurse - LTC - HOT JOB

apartment SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium location_onWrangell, AK
Pay Range: Pay Range:$44.57 - $62.80 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, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more. Coordinates a variety of nursing care procedures for residents of various ages which requires professional knowledge and consideration of specific resident conditions and treatment. Participates in patient and family teaching and provides leadership by working cooperatively with ancillary nursing and other members of the healthcare team to maintain standards for professional nursing practice in the long-term care setting. Guidelines include physician’s orders, standards of care, nursing policies and procedures, manuals, hospital, and long-term care policies. Clinical decisions are made initially independently during the scheduled shift; maintains complete accountability for all actions taken. Consults with the appropriate manager/supervisor in difficult situations requiring additional input. Able to react in a calm manner and make sound nursing judgments in an emergency environment. Accountable for proper delegation and supervision of CNA/Tech, LPN, and/or Ward Clerk on unit during shift. ************************************************************ $25K Sign On and $10K Relocation for qualified hire! ************************************************************ Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job Promotes the SEARHC Seven Standards of Excellence; Implements safe, therapeutic, and efficient care for patients and residents with needs due to multisystem disease and/or complications of treatment using appropriate infection control measures; sets priorities for care of patients and residents based on acuity and/or patients’ preference; anticipates potential problems; adapts to change on the area by setting priorities for emergencies, changes in 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 resident care activities with physicians and other healthcare team members; initiates action to reduce, correct, or prevent immediate, ongoing, or potential risks to the resident; 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 test, procedures, and disease process to resident/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 resident/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 resident/significant others; evaluates resident’s progress or lack of progress towards goals, directing new goal setting and implementing revised care plans as directed by reassessment; documents the resident’s response to care; closes out resident care plan by discharge or has in place an after care plan to meet the resident’s needs; Assures confidentiality of resident information. Accomplishes nursing assessment through interviewing, observation and nursing process; obtains, interprets and applies age-related patient information in terms of cognitive, physical, emotional and normal growth/development needs of the resident; completes thorough Nursing Admission Databases/initial resident assessment; documents assessment findings that are consistent with other providers and include review of body systems, laboratory results, diagnostic findings, chart reviews, and interdisciplinary input; identifies problems & nursing diagnosis by recognizing the impact of health problems on residents and families; distinguishes between normal and abnormal assessments in order to identify resident capabilities and limitations including psychosocial risks; utilizes resources to assess residents with conditions that are new, unfamiliar, or not commonly seen. Shall perform duties as assigned and ensure quality resident care despite the situation encountered, be it routine or emergent. Imparts educational knowledge to develop skills to enhance decision making and promote understanding by interacting with residents, family, staff, and community; engages in ongoing evaluation of the effectiveness of teaching in terms of resident understanding and behavioral outcomes; organizes and participates in care conferences as applicable; identifies staff, resident, 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, resident care standards); documents education accurately and completely; provides discharge information; participate in in-services and educational programs in the department, hospital and/or community as assigned; completes all mandatory training and competency checks; utilizes opportunities for incidental teaching with staff members. Communicates with staff, residents, 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 resident 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 resident care standards; able to perform as Contact RN leading assigned RNs, LPNs, and CNAs and accomplishes all assigned resident care and area support activities during the shift. Develops and contributes to a plan of nursing action based on existing and potential resident problems and obtainable resident 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 care plans using resident care standards; addresses identified nursing diagnosis and coordinates the plan with the healthcare team by using methods that include interventions, goals, and timeframes; utilizes resources to formulate a written plan of care; documents reassessments which include laboratory results, diagnostic findings, interdisciplinary notes and documented resident observations; writes progress notes in EHR; gives shift report according to area guidelines. 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 certifications and licensure; complies with dress code; refers unresolved problems with patients/visitors/co-workers to Nurse Manager or Administrative Manager for resolution; addresses employee concerns consistent with Human Resources Policy Familiar and competent in mandatory state reporting guidelines and the time requirements. Other duties as assigned. When DON not physically present, will be willing to take the role of charge nurse for the long-term care unit. 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. Current Basic Life Support certification. 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 Minimum 1-2 years of nursing experience preferred. Knowledge of Knowledge of nursing care principles, practices, diagnosis, and processes (including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation) to provide professional nursing care to residents. Competency to recognize adverse signs and symptoms and to act promptly in emergency situations. Knowledge of pharmaceuticals, their desired effects, side effects, and complications in their use. Skills in Skills to apply scientific principles in operating and monitoring of basic and specialized medical equipment such as AED. Proficient in nursing procedures and basic nursing care. Oral and written communication skills, can enter and retrieve resident data accurately, can verbally communicate findings with healthcare team. Ability to Ability to provide guidance, leadership, and work cooperatively with others by establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships with residents, 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, medical and psychosocial disorders and the normal course of disease and anticipated complications. Uses aggressive resident management techniques to defuse any resident/patient/visitor/peer volatile situations. 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 : Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association, Clinical Competency Assessment - SEARHC, High Risk Competency - 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!
RN Full-time
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

IT RN Clinical Application Specialist HOT JOB

apartment SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium location_onJuneau, AK
$41.66 - $58.69 / hour
Pay Range: Pay Range:$41.66 - $58.69 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, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more. The Clinical Applications Specialist trains and supports all users of the Electronic Health Record (EHR) and ancillary clinical systems. Configures and optimizes clinical content in conjunction with the medical staff in both outpatient and inpatient settings. Evaluates and improves processes to keep current with clinical best practices. Collaborates with Information Technology staff, other SEARHC teams and vendors. ************************************************************** $25K Sign On and $10K Relo for qualified hire! ************************************************************** Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job Maintain clinical applications in coordination with other Clinical Application Coordinators and IT staff. Manage users within specific clinical applications. Train all levels of users using a variety of modalities including classroom, one-on-one, remote shadowing, web conferencing, and live interactive video. Develop training materials. Triage user problems and assign as appropriate to subject matter experts, including Help Desk, PC Technicians, Network Administrators, Coders, Medical Directors, and Nurses. Update application content to keep applications up to date. Examples include new lab and radiology tests, medications, immunizations, and diagnosis and procedure codes. Continuously assess clinical content and medical decision support systems and recommend and implement improvements. Evaluate and align clinical processes across SEARHC clinics. Other duties as assigned. Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required: BSN preferred. Advanced degree(s) may substitute for the minimum experience on a year-by-year basis. Active 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. Clinical Informatics training preferred. Basic Life Support. High school diploma or equivalent required. Experience Required Minimum 5 years work experience in a medical setting; clinical experience preferred. Minimum 2 years work experience with clinical information systems. Minimum 1 year work experience with computer technology such as programming, installation, generating reports, or working with computer or network hardware. Inpatient clinical experience preferred. Teaching experience preferred. Experience with hospital and clinic accreditation processes preferred. Experience with HL7 messaging preferred. Knowledge of Scheduling, radiology, laboratory, and document scanning systems. Medical standards of care and best practices in outpatient and inpatient settings. Clinical information systems. Information technology systems. Skills in Interpersonal, written, and oral communication with a wide variety of internal and external customers. Ability to Problem-solve and practice good judgment. Work effectively across a broad range of SEARHC sites and staff. Anticipate needs and generate proactive resolutions to problems. Work both independently and in a team oriented, collaborative environment. Research and analyze medical standards of care and best practices as applicable to SEARHC. Effectively prioritize and execute tasks. Travel to various consortium sites and occasionally travel for professional development and user group meetings. Work outside of regularly scheduled times to assist with implementation or support. Work long hours to meet project deadlines and to solve technical problems, resulting in stressful work situations. Travel Required Must be able to travel 10% of the time. 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 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. #SEARHC1 Required Certifications : 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!
RN Med-Surg Full-time
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

RN - Clinical Resource Nurse - Medical Surgical HOT JOB

apartment SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium location_onSitka, AK
Pay Range: Pay Range:$44.57 - $62.80 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, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more. Join Our Team as a Clinical Resource Nurse – Elevate Care, Empower Nurses Are you a passionate RN ready to take your clinical expertise to the next level? We’re looking for a dynamic Clinical Resource Nurse to lead from the front—educating, mentoring, and inspiring our nursing staff while directly enhancing patient care. What You’ll Do: Serve as a trusted clinical resource, guiding staff through best practices and policy adherence. Deliver hands-on training and coaching to elevate RN skill sets across diverse patient populations. Collaborate with leadership to identify educational needs and implement impactful learning strategies. Step in where needed—supporting care delivery, performing specialized procedures, and modeling excellence. Why This Role Matters: You’ll be the bridge between knowledge and practice, helping shape a confident, capable, and compassionate nursing team. Your adaptability and clinical insight will directly influence patient outcomes and staff development. Who You Are: A Registered Nurse with a passion for teaching and mentoring. A flexible, proactive clinician who thrives in dynamic environments. A team player who values collaboration and continuous improvement. *********************************************************** $25K Sign On and Up to $10K Relocation for qualified hire! *********************************************************** Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job Provide clinical support while meeting the educational and informational needs of new employees, experienced staff, and students within the department Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate formal and informal educational and professional development activities, including orientation, staff updates, and ongoing continuing education Provide clinical support to nursing staff regarding complex patient care, medication administration, and treatment plans Serves as a clinical practice resource and mentor to nursing staff, providing guidance in the development and enhancement of clinical skills Function as a liaison between nursing staff and leadership, communicating concerns and feedback effectively Analyze patient data to identify clinical practice gaps Develop and implement interventions to address identified gaps in knowledge or skills Utilize critical thinking skills in the clinical practice setting Other Functions: Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement evidence-based practice standards of care Act as a resource and advocate for patients and families Contribute to and promote the adoption of new processes, innovations, and ideas to improve service quality, efficiency, or safety Facilitate implementation of new clinical practices, protocols, and equipment with relevant staff training Promotes ethical standards and organizational mission and vision Ensures compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards, reporting any concerns to leadership Performs quality control audits, monitors and reports concerns as they relate to nursing issues to accuracy, quality of care, and regulatory standards All other duties as assigned Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required: · Nursing degree required · Bachelor of Science in Nursing preferred · Basic Life Support · Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support · Pediatric Advanced Life Support · Current, unencumbered Registered Nurse licensure for the state of Alaska Experience Required: Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Registered Nurse in acute care settings preferred Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Knowledge of · Sound knowledge of clinical practice standards and procedures · Effectively managing acutely ill patients and pertinent medical equipment · Knowledge of evidence-based practices and quality improvement initiatives · Safe medication administration procedures · Various teaching methods to optimize educational opportunities with healthcare professionals, patients, and families · Nursing clinical scope of practice in the state of Alaska Skills in · Conducting comprehensive patient assessments · Performing or assisting in the performance of specialized procedures based on units · Providing patient education on health conditions, medications, and discharge instructions · Communication strategies and interpersonal skills Ability to · Motivate others to achieve and exceed nursing clinical practice standards · Demonstrate clear communication strategies to promote understanding and development · Remain calm and professional in potentially high-stress situations Computer Skills · Proficient in Microsoft Office Products including Word, Excel, and PowerPoint · Proficient in electronic health records systems as applicable · Proficient in checking, drafting, and composing emails Other Qualifications Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams Flexibility to work varying schedules including weekends and holidays as needed Travel Required: Limited Safety and Risk Management Responsibilities: · Responsible for complying with safe work rules · Reports all accidents and injuries immediately per policy · Cooperates in all accident and injury investigations per policy · Reports defective equipment and unsafe conditions · Adheres and promotes the adherence of infection control guidelines · Adheres and promotes the adherence of regulatory standards, such as OSHA Work Environment: Work in an environment with regular exposure to infectious disease and biohazards · Acute care hospital setting · The noise level in the work environment is typically moderate 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 for extended periods of time The employee is occasionally required to climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl The employee must lift and/or move a minimum of 50 lbs independently Employee must be able to reach above head and bend below waist Note: This job description includes most of the duties and responsibilities for which an employee will be held accountable. However, as the position evolves, an employee should expect to complete other duties as assigned that are not listed here. 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!
RN Full-time
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

Registered Nurse Case Manager

apartment SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium location_onJuneau, AK
$38.93 - $54.76 / hour
Pay Range: Pay Range:$38.93 - $54.76 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, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more. This position functions within the nursing department and is responsible for coordinating the delivery of appropriate and timely care for patients, promoting quality and cost-effective health care outcomes. ********************************************************** $25K Sign On and $10K Relocation for qualified hire! ********************************************************** Shift Details M-F 8-5 Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job Responsible for the active management of SEARHC patients. Collaborates with the medical provider and all interdisciplinary team members to establish individualized medical goals that maximize patient healthcare outcomes. Coordinates multi-disciplinary care conferences for high risk or complex patients who are referred into the case management process. Manages panel acute and chronic care needs as well as health maintenance, by continuously reviewing EHR reminders and triggers and providing outreach and education to patients. Participates in case management reviews where all high need patients are reviewed with a multi-disciplinary team of providers. Works with multi-disciplinary team as an advocate for the patient/client family at the service –delivery level, fostering patient/family decision making, independence, self-care and growth and development. Uses problem-solving and anticipatory skills in meeting the needs of the patient and the provider. Patient needs should be addressed in a prompt, efficient manner. Facilitates the coordination of patient referrals within SEARHC other outside facilities. Tracks the progress of referrals and outcomes of care, providing periodic status report to providers on outstanding referrals. Serves as the primary link for other case managers and discharge coordinators in care coordination for the patients. Ensures referral records have been received and are available for provider’s review. Proactively identifies delays and obstacles to care and works to remedy individual cases and to improve the process. Performs staff nursing duties in the various nursing roles in the clinic. Duties include assessment, documentation, education and administering appropriate medications and/or therapies. Maintains annual competencies including safety and infection control requirements. Performs duties as assigned in a responsible, respectful, and caring manner to promote effective nursing staff relationships. Maintains a clean and safe working environment including adequate supplies and upkeep of unit and equipment, reporting any defective or missing equipment and safety hazards. Adheres to infection control policy and procedures. Communications and Teamwork Works collaboratively by building bridges and creating rapport with team members within departments and across the organization. Participates in department and clinic team and improvement efforts. Active member of the clinical team and is a leader amongst the pod, nursing staff and unit coordinators. Participates in continued development of the case management role in primary care. As an RN is responsible for participating in the triage role and responding to emergency situations. Performs other duties as assigned, including special projects deemed necessary to provide comprehensive health services. Additional Focus Areas Specialty Clinic - Facilitates the coordination of specialty clinic referrals. Manages referrals and waitlists. Reviews referrals for appropriateness and completion of work-up labs and/or diagnostics. Consults with referring providers for questions or concerns. Schedules patients in requested clinic based on priority system. Ensures pre-appointment diagnostics are ordered, scheduled, and completed. In consult with other facilities, coordinates various clinics including dates and times for clinic availability. Tracks the progress of referrals and outcomes of care, providing periodic status report to providers on outstanding referrals. Ensures referral records have been received and are available for provider’s review. Primary nurse for all specialty clinics, providing clinical support. Including assessment, documentation, education and administering appropriate medications and therapies. Prepares clinical space for selected clinic (i.e., appropriate medical equipment). Sets up and assists the provider during various medical procedures (i.e., colposcopy, cystoscopy). Assists the medical staff with educational in-services provide by the specialty clinic providers. OB Case Management - Primary case manager OB patients. Is responsible for the intake and tracking processes. Is responsible for education and outreach for OB patients. Works closely with the primary care providers and case managers to ensure comprehensive care for patients. Tracks postpartum care and newborn immunizations. VTC – Communicates and coordinates all video teleconferencing visits with Specialty providers from AK Native Medical Center. Acts as nursing staff for those visits. ETT – Manages referrals and coordinates appointment times with Bartlett, SEARHC provider, and patient for Exercise Treadmill tests (Juneau). Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Bachelor’s degree preferred. 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. Basic Life Support certification. National Case Management certification preferred. High school diploma or equivalent required. Clinical Competency required within 3 months of hire and every three years Experience Required At least 1 year of general nursing experience with at least 6 months’ employment as a clinical nurse at a SEARHC outpatient clinic OR at least 2 years of general nursing experience with a minimum of 1 year in an ambulatory setting or 1 year case management experience. Knowledge of SEARHC services and those of other tribal health organizations in Alaska The nursing process and the ability to apply this knowledge in the working environment. Customer service principles. Safety and infection control principles. Skills in Assessment, anticipation of needs, and data collection. The use of equipment such as computers and medical equipment. Oral and written communications. Ability to Multi-task and work independently in fast paced environment. Maintain compliance with annual competencies. Problem-solve and use conflict resolution skills to develop and maintain good working relations with other staff and departments. Anticipate needs of others and to seek help when appropriate. Ability to work within a very fast paced clinical setting. Move at a quick pace, stand for long periods of time, bend, stoop, climb and move to the floor. Follow simple and complex directions and perform multiple tasks at once. Perform job using theory-based nursing practice model, evidence-based practices, and shared governance in a multi-disciplinary setting. 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 : Basic Life Support (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!
RN Manager/Supervisor Full-time
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

Registered Nurse Infection Prevention and Control Manager HOT JOB

apartment SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium location_onJuneau, AK
Pay Range:$38.93 - $54.76 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, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more. ********************************************************** $25K Sign On and $10K Relocation for qualified hire! ********************************************************** Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job Infection Prevention and Control Program: Responsible for the development, implementation, maintenance, and updating of the SEARHC Infection Prevention and Control Plan and keeping the Program in alignment with all IPC regulatory agencies and leading practices. Appropriate policies and procedures are written, approved, and implemented that support the IPC program and initiatives using CDC, OSHA, FDA, TJC, and Association for Professionals in Infection Control and Epidemiology (APIC) guidelines. Data/ Reporting: Collects, trends, prepares, and maintains all infection control data and statistical reports and records, providing appropriate reports as needed to the National Healthcare Safety Network (NHSN) and other regulatory agencies. Provides support and resource assistance to all areas in the Consortium regarding infection prevention, control, and surveillance. Education/ Training: Serves as an expert for Infection Prevention and Control, staying abreast of the most current literature and leading practices; facilitates and promotes IPC education and training of all SEAHC staff, patients, families, and communities; maintains a strong working relationship with Public Health and other regional, state, and national entities to ensure up to date information is being distributed to SEARHC constituents. Conducts new and annual employee IPC orientation and training. Serves as chair for IPC committee and participates in other committees/teams as needed and has direct oversight of the Employee Health program. Travel is required to various sites within SEARHC to assess, educate, and train. Travel is via jet, small plane, and/or ferry. Other Functions Other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities Supervisory responsibilities are included in this position. Additional Details: 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. Bachelor’s degree in health-care related field (nursing, public health, epidemiology, microbiology, or similar) Master's degree in a healthcare-related field (MPH, MSN) preferred. Certification in Infection Control and Prevention (CIC). BLS (Basic Life Support) current within 3 months of hire, and biannually thereafter. High school diploma or equivalent required. Clinical Competency required within 3 months of hire and every three years Manager Competency required within 3 months of hire and every three years Experience Required Minimum 3 years of acute care/infection control experience and/or data collection and performance improvement/risk management experience. Experience with basic statistics and epidemiological principles. Long-Term Care experience a plus. Knowledge of Working knowledge of epidemiology and infectious disease. Working knowledge of project management and performance improvement methodology. Understanding of data analysis and statistics. Skills in Accurate, precise, and timely data entry and reports. Proficient computer skills in MS Office and database applications. Ability to Synthesize regulatory requirements and evidence-based practices from a variety of professional and accrediting organizations and translate knowledge into policy, implementation, and staff education. Communicate appropriately with consideration of health literacy needs for specific audiences in multicultural settings. Manage programs and evaluate effectiveness. Collect, analyze, trend, and report data accurately and effectively. Work in a team environment and independently as necessary. Maintain a professional demeanor and communicate clearly with staff and leadership. Assist medical, administrative, and executive leaders to integrate IC principles and regulatory requirements with strategic, medical, and business initiatives. Effectively work with many lateral relationships. Position Information: Work Shift:Exempt If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
RN ER Full-time
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

Registered Nurse - Emergency Room HOT JOB

apartment SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium location_onSitka, AK
Pay Range: Pay Range:$44.57 - $62.80 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, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more. 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. *********************************************************** $25K Sign On and $10K Relocation for qualified hire! *********************************************************** 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!
RN Manager/Supervisor Full-time
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

Registered Nurse Manager - Specialty HOT JOB

apartment SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium location_onSitka, AK
Pay Range:$50.14 - $70.35 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, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more. *********************************************************** $25K Sign On and $10K Relocation for qualified hire! *********************************************************** Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job Leadership/Management Provide day to day leadership and mentoring to the clinic staff to proactively reduce all barriers to access, standardize consistent processes and improve the patient experience. Identify and correct any staff and clinic flow or system issues. Mentor staff and constantly seek feedback from nursing and other clinic staff and providers. Hold regular clinic meetings to promote staff engagement, consistency, and improve clinic quality, safety, efficiency and patient experience. Act as an overall clinic leader to improve specialty & surgery clinic services. Staffing Recruit, orient, and mentor staff. Provide for professional growth and development of nursing and clinic staff. Orient personnel concerning all new policies, procedures, routines and operating new equipment. Address employee relations issues timely with the help of the Specialty Director, as needed. Direct and supervise nursing and clinic staff where indicated in assessment, evaluation, and treatment of patients to assure the highest quality of patient care is being provided. Oversee annual competencies for all nursing and clinic staff. Responsible for the maintenance of certifications and licenses, and systematic evaluation of Nursing Services QI/QA activities. Assure daily clinic staffing is adequate. Promote outstanding quality customer service through teamwork and communication. Other Establish and maintain supplies for clinic. Recommend purchase of new or replacement equipment. Maintain constant Joint Commission readiness for relevant areas including making sure policies, processes and the care environment are in compliance. Maintain annual competencies including safety and infection control requirements. Perform other duties as assigned, including special projects deemed necessary to provide comprehensive health services. Additional Details: Education Associate's degree in Nursing Bachelor's degree preferred Experience 5 years of varied clinical nurse experience including 1 year in the ambulatory care environment 2 year of supervisory/managerial experience in the health care field License and Certification A valid, current, full, and unrestricted RN license in the State of Alaska OR licensed in another State and obtain Alaska license within 6 months of hire Active BLS Clinical Competency required within 3 months of hire and every three years Manager Competency required within 3 months of hire and every three years Knowledge of Knowledge of the nursing process and the ability to apply this in the working environment. Knowledge and demonstrated use of customer service principles. Knowledge and demonstrated use of safety and infection control principles. Skills in Clinical skills including a complete assessment, anticipation of needs, and specimen collection. Technical skills including use of equipment such as computers and medical equipment. Application of effective oral and written communications skills. Skills in effective communication, both verbally and in writing. Effective leadership skills, in a healthcare environment. Abilities Ability to multi-task and work independently in fast paced environment. Ability to maintain compliance with annual competencies. Ability to problem-solve and use conflict resolution skills to develop and maintain good working relations with other staff and departments. Ability to anticipate needs of others and to seek help when appropriate. Ability to move at a quick pace, stand for long periods of time, ability to bend, stoop, climb and move to the floor. 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. Position Information: Work Shift:Exempt If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
RN Urgent Care Full-time
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

Registered Nurse - Urgent Care

apartment SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium location_onJuneau, AK
Pay Range: Pay Range:$34.15 - $47.93 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, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more. This position functions within the Urgent Care setting providing appropriate and timely nursing care for patients of all ages, promoting quality, evidenced based, and cost-effective health care outcomes. This position works within a nursing team consisting of RN’s, LPN’s, and Clinical Assistants. The RN will provide full assessments, prioritize patient needs/patient flow, perform skills and coordinate care as ordered by providers. In addition, the RN is expected to use critical thinking to work within standing orders to expedite care and patient services. As necessary, the RN may work in other nursing roles, so that departmental functions are covered daily. Perform duties in a responsible, professional, and compassionate manner to provide excellent patient care. *********************************************************** $25K Sign On and $10K Relocation for qualified hire! *********************************************************** Shift Details 40 hours a week rotating day and weekends Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the J ob Perform initial triage/assessments of patients who present for urgent care services . RN also provides telephone services including an assessment and advice of self-care &/or appropriate care options . Assessment will include history of present illness, vital sign measurements as appropriate , gathering of Government Performance Results Act data, immunization status, preventative health needs and other tasks based on initial assessment and anticipation of patient &/or provider's needs. RN may take direction from provider through written, verbal and/or standing order . Administer therapeutic measures, including medication (oral, topical, IM, SQ, Intradermal, and IV push and infusion), operation and monitoring of specialized equipment, as indicated by patient needs. Initiate IV access, maintain site, monitor patient, and discontinue IV therapy . Adding secondary IV therapies, which may require mixing of a concentrated medication solution or powder . Document assessment, observation, nursing interventions, therapeutic measures, health counseling and education provided to patients either in person or by phone . Evaluate and document patient’s comprehension of education . Maintain a clean and safe working environment, including adequate supplies. Upkeep of stock and equipment. Reporting/removal of any defective or missing equipment and safety hazards immediately . Adhere to infection control policy and procedures. Maintain annual competencies including safety and infection control requirements. Perform other duties as assigned, including special projects deemed necessary to provide comprehensive health services. Facilitate the coordination of patient referrals within SEARHC or other outside facilities. Track the progress of referrals and outcomes of care, providing periodic status reports to providers on outstanding referrals . Serves as the primary link for other case managers and referral coordinators in care coordination for the patients. Proactively identifies delays and obstacles to care and works to remedy individual cases and to improve the process. Contact patients for next day follow up calls and handles each situation appropriately. Work collaboratively by building bridges and creating rapport with team members within departments and across the organization. Participate in department and clinic team and improvement efforts. Participate in continued development of the clinical team. Responsible for participating in the triage role and responding to emergency situations. May serve as vaccine coordinator or secondary vaccine coordinator for clinic. Perform other duties as assigned, including special projects deemed necessary to provide comprehensive health services. Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required Graduate of an accredited school of nursing and qualified to take the NCLEX. Current full, unrestricted Registered N ursing license in Alaska or other U.S. state required . Direct Hire m ust have applied for an Alaska nursing license before the start date . Agency staff must have an active Alaska license. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification preferred. 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 2 years of general nursing experience with a minimum of 1 year in an ambulatory or urgent care clinic Knowledge of Customer service principles and recovery Safety and infection control principles Clinic protocol for following through on patient visits, treatments, and procedures. Age-appropriate vital signs, behaviors, and clinical education Skills i n The nursing process and the ability to think critically. Assessment, prioritization/anticipation of needs, and data collection The use of various medical equipment Oral and written communications including competent charting. Life Saving Procedures Multi-tasking and time management Problem Solving Ability to Maintain compliance with annual competencies. Work independently while part of team, seeking help when appropriate . Move at a quick pace, stand for extended periods of time, bend, stoop, climb and move to the floor. Perform job using theory-based nursing practice model, evidence-based practices, and shared governance in a multi-disciplinary setting. Train to use various EMR systems and accurately record patient data. Provide excellent patient care to all patients from various backgrounds, ages, etc., in the urgent care setting. Communicate and interact professionally with all members of the multidisciplinary healthcare team. Remain calm, professional, and focused during stressful/urgent/emergent situations. 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 : Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association, Clinical Competency Assessment - SEARHC, High Risk Competency - 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!
RN Full-time
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

Registered Nurse Case Manager HOT JOB

apartment SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium location_onJuneau, AK
Pay Range: Pay Range:$38.93 - $54.76 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, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more. This position functions within the nursing department and is responsible for coordinating the delivery of appropriate and timely care for patients, promoting quality and cost-effective health care outcomes. ************************************************************ $25K Sign On and up to $10K Relocation for qualified hire! *********************************************************** Shift Details M-F 8-5 Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job Responsible for the active management of SEARHC patients. Collaborates with the medical provider and all interdisciplinary team members to establish individualized medical goals that maximize patient healthcare outcomes. Coordinates multi-disciplinary care conferences for high risk or complex patients who are referred into the case management process. Manages panel acute and chronic care needs as well as health maintenance, by continuously reviewing EHR reminders and triggers and providing outreach and education to patients. Participates in case management reviews where all high need patients are reviewed with a multi-disciplinary team of providers. Works with multi-disciplinary team as an advocate for the patient/client family at the service –delivery level, fostering patient/family decision making, independence, self-care and growth and development. Uses problem-solving and anticipatory skills in meeting the needs of the patient and the provider. Patient needs should be addressed in a prompt, efficient manner. Facilitates the coordination of patient referrals within SEARHC other outside facilities. Tracks the progress of referrals and outcomes of care, providing periodic status report to providers on outstanding referrals. Serves as the primary link for other case managers and discharge coordinators in care coordination for the patients. Ensures referral records have been received and are available for provider’s review. Proactively identifies delays and obstacles to care and works to remedy individual cases and to improve the process. Performs staff nursing duties in the various nursing roles in the clinic. Duties include assessment, documentation, education and administering appropriate medications and/or therapies. Maintains annual competencies including safety and infection control requirements. Performs duties as assigned in a responsible, respectful, and caring manner to promote effective nursing staff relationships. Maintains a clean and safe working environment including adequate supplies and upkeep of unit and equipment, reporting any defective or missing equipment and safety hazards. Adheres to infection control policy and procedures. Communications and Teamwork Works collaboratively by building bridges and creating rapport with team members within departments and across the organization. Participates in department and clinic team and improvement efforts. Active member of the clinical team and is a leader amongst the pod, nursing staff and unit coordinators. Participates in continued development of the case management role in primary care. As an RN is responsible for participating in the triage role and responding to emergency situations. Performs other duties as assigned, including special projects deemed necessary to provide comprehensive health services. Additional Focus Areas Specialty Clinic - Facilitates the coordination of specialty clinic referrals. Manages referrals and waitlists. Reviews referrals for appropriateness and completion of work-up labs and/or diagnostics. Consults with referring providers for questions or concerns. Schedules patients in requested clinic based on priority system. Ensures pre-appointment diagnostics are ordered, scheduled, and completed. In consult with other facilities, coordinates various clinics including dates and times for clinic availability. Tracks the progress of referrals and outcomes of care, providing periodic status report to providers on outstanding referrals. Ensures referral records have been received and are available for provider’s review. Primary nurse for all specialty clinics, providing clinical support. Including assessment, documentation, education and administering appropriate medications and therapies. Prepares clinical space for selected clinic (i.e., appropriate medical equipment). Sets up and assists the provider during various medical procedures (i.e., colposcopy, cystoscopy). Assists the medical staff with educational in-services provide by the specialty clinic providers. OB Case Management - Primary case manager OB patients. Is responsible for the intake and tracking processes. Is responsible for education and outreach for OB patients. Works closely with the primary care providers and case managers to ensure comprehensive care for patients. Tracks postpartum care and newborn immunizations. VTC – Communicates and coordinates all video teleconferencing visits with Specialty providers from AK Native Medical Center. Acts as nursing staff for those visits. ETT – Manages referrals and coordinates appointment times with Bartlett, SEARHC provider, and patient for Exercise Treadmill tests (Juneau). Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Bachelor’s degree preferred. 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. Basic Life Support certification. National Case Management certification preferred. High school diploma or equivalent required. Clinical Competency required within 3 months of hire and every three years Experience Required At least 1 year of general nursing experience with at least 6 months’ employment as a clinical nurse at a SEARHC outpatient clinic OR at least 2 years of general nursing experience with a minimum of 1 year in an ambulatory setting or 1 year case management experience. Knowledge of SEARHC services and those of other tribal health organizations in Alaska The nursing process and the ability to apply this knowledge in the working environment. Customer service principles. Safety and infection control principles. Skills in Assessment, anticipation of needs, and data collection. The use of equipment such as computers and medical equipment. Oral and written communications. Ability to Multi-task and work independently in fast paced environment. Maintain compliance with annual competencies. Problem-solve and use conflict resolution skills to develop and maintain good working relations with other staff and departments. Anticipate needs of others and to seek help when appropriate. Ability to work within a very fast paced clinical setting. Move at a quick pace, stand for long periods of time, bend, stoop, climb and move to the floor. Follow simple and complex directions and perform multiple tasks at once. Perform job using theory-based nursing practice model, evidence-based practices, and shared governance in a multi-disciplinary setting. 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 : Basic Life Support (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!
RN Full-time
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

Registered Nurse Case Manager HOT JOB

apartment SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium location_onJuneau, AK
Pay Range: Pay Range:$38.93 - $54.76 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, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more. This position functions within the nursing department and is responsible for coordinating the delivery of appropriate and timely care for patients, promoting quality and cost-effective health care outcomes. *********************************************************** $25K Sign On and $10K Relocation for qualified hire! *********************************************************** Shift Details M-F 8-5 Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job Responsible for the active management of SEARHC patients. Collaborates with the medical provider and all interdisciplinary team members to establish individualized medical goals that maximize patient healthcare outcomes. Coordinates multi-disciplinary care conferences for high risk or complex patients who are referred into the case management process. Manages panel acute and chronic care needs as well as health maintenance, by continuously reviewing EHR reminders and triggers and providing outreach and education to patients. Participates in case management reviews where all high need patients are reviewed with a multi-disciplinary team of providers. Works with multi-disciplinary team as an advocate for the patient/client family at the service –delivery level, fostering patient/family decision making, independence, self-care and growth and development. Uses problem-solving and anticipatory skills in meeting the needs of the patient and the provider. Patient needs should be addressed in a prompt, efficient manner. Facilitates the coordination of patient referrals within SEARHC other outside facilities. Tracks the progress of referrals and outcomes of care, providing periodic status report to providers on outstanding referrals. Serves as the primary link for other case managers and discharge coordinators in care coordination for the patients. Ensures referral records have been received and are available for provider’s review. Proactively identifies delays and obstacles to care and works to remedy individual cases and to improve the process. Performs staff nursing duties in the various nursing roles in the clinic. Duties include assessment, documentation, education and administering appropriate medications and/or therapies. Maintains annual competencies including safety and infection control requirements. Performs duties as assigned in a responsible, respectful, and caring manner to promote effective nursing staff relationships. Maintains a clean and safe working environment including adequate supplies and upkeep of unit and equipment, reporting any defective or missing equipment and safety hazards. Adheres to infection control policy and procedures. Communications and Teamwork Works collaboratively by building bridges and creating rapport with team members within departments and across the organization. Participates in department and clinic team and improvement efforts. Active member of the clinical team and is a leader amongst the pod, nursing staff and unit coordinators. Participates in continued development of the case management role in primary care. As an RN is responsible for participating in the triage role and responding to emergency situations. Performs other duties as assigned, including special projects deemed necessary to provide comprehensive health services. Additional Focus Areas Specialty Clinic - Facilitates the coordination of specialty clinic referrals. Manages referrals and waitlists. Reviews referrals for appropriateness and completion of work-up labs and/or diagnostics. Consults with referring providers for questions or concerns. Schedules patients in requested clinic based on priority system. Ensures pre-appointment diagnostics are ordered, scheduled, and completed. In consult with other facilities, coordinates various clinics including dates and times for clinic availability. Tracks the progress of referrals and outcomes of care, providing periodic status report to providers on outstanding referrals. Ensures referral records have been received and are available for provider’s review. Primary nurse for all specialty clinics, providing clinical support. Including assessment, documentation, education and administering appropriate medications and therapies. Prepares clinical space for selected clinic (i.e., appropriate medical equipment). Sets up and assists the provider during various medical procedures (i.e., colposcopy, cystoscopy). Assists the medical staff with educational in-services provide by the specialty clinic providers. OB Case Management - Primary case manager OB patients. Is responsible for the intake and tracking processes. Is responsible for education and outreach for OB patients. Works closely with the primary care providers and case managers to ensure comprehensive care for patients. Tracks postpartum care and newborn immunizations. VTC – Communicates and coordinates all video teleconferencing visits with Specialty providers from AK Native Medical Center. Acts as nursing staff for those visits. ETT – Manages referrals and coordinates appointment times with Bartlett, SEARHC provider, and patient for Exercise Treadmill tests (Juneau). Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required Graduate of an accredited school of nursing Bachelor’s degree preferred. 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. Basic Life Support certification. National Case Management certification preferred. High school diploma or equivalent required. Clinical Competency required within 3 months of hire and every three years Experience Required At least 1 year of general nursing experience with at least 6 months’ employment as a clinical nurse at a SEARHC outpatient clinic OR at least 2 years of general nursing experience with a minimum of 1 year in an ambulatory setting or 1 year case management experience. Knowledge of SEARHC services and those of other tribal health organizations in Alaska The nursing process and the ability to apply this knowledge in the working environment. Customer service principles. Safety and infection control principles. Skills in Assessment, anticipation of needs, and data collection. The use of equipment such as computers and medical equipment. Oral and written communications. Ability to Multi-task and work independently in fast paced environment. Maintain compliance with annual competencies. Problem-solve and use conflict resolution skills to develop and maintain good working relations with other staff and departments. Anticipate needs of others and to seek help when appropriate. Ability to work within a very fast paced clinical setting. Move at a quick pace, stand for long periods of time, bend, stoop, climb and move to the floor. Follow simple and complex directions and perform multiple tasks at once. Perform job using theory-based nursing practice model, evidence-based practices, and shared governance in a multi-disciplinary setting. 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 : Basic Life Support (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!
RN Full-time
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

Registered Nurse - Long Term Care HOT JOB

apartment SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium location_onSitka, AK
Pay Range: Pay Range:$44.57 - $62.80 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, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more. Coordinates a variety of nursing care procedures for residents of various ages which requires professional knowledge and consideration of specific resident conditions and treatment. Participates in patient and family teaching and provides leadership by working cooperatively with ancillary nursing and other members of the healthcare team to maintain standards for professional nursing practice in the long-term care setting. Guidelines include physician’s orders, standards of care, nursing policies and procedures, manuals, hospital, and long-term care policies. Clinical decisions are made initially independently during the scheduled shift; maintains complete accountability for all actions taken. Consults with the appropriate manager/supervisor in difficult situations requiring additional input. Able to react in a calm manner and make sound nursing judgments in an emergency environment. Accountable for proper delegation and supervision of CNA/Tech, LPN, and/or Ward Clerk on unit during shift. ********************************************************** $25K Sign On and $10K Relocation for qualified hire! ********************************************************** Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job Promotes the SEARHC Seven Standards of Excellence; Implements safe, therapeutic, and efficient care for patients and residents with needs due to multisystem disease and/or complications of treatment using appropriate infection control measures; sets priorities for care of patients and residents based on acuity and/or patients’ preference; anticipates potential problems; adapts to change on the area by setting priorities for emergencies, changes in 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 resident care activities with physicians and other healthcare team members; initiates action to reduce, correct, or prevent immediate, ongoing, or potential risks to the resident; 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 test, procedures, and disease process to resident/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 resident/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 resident/significant others; evaluates resident’s progress or lack of progress towards goals, directing new goal setting and implementing revised care plans as directed by reassessment; documents the resident’s response to care; closes out resident care plan by discharge or has in place an after care plan to meet the resident’s needs; Assures confidentiality of resident information. Accomplishes nursing assessment through interviewing, observation and nursing process; obtains, interprets and applies age-related patient information in terms of cognitive, physical, emotional and normal growth/development needs of the resident; completes thorough Nursing Admission Databases/initial resident assessment; documents assessment findings that are consistent with other providers and include review of body systems, laboratory results, diagnostic findings, chart reviews, and interdisciplinary input; identifies problems & nursing diagnosis by recognizing the impact of health problems on residents and families; distinguishes between normal and abnormal assessments in order to identify resident capabilities and limitations including psychosocial risks; utilizes resources to assess residents with conditions that are new, unfamiliar, or not commonly seen. Shall perform duties as assigned and ensure quality resident care despite the situation encountered, be it routine or emergent. Imparts educational knowledge to develop skills to enhance decision making and promote understanding by interacting with residents, family, staff, and community; engages in ongoing evaluation of the effectiveness of teaching in terms of resident understanding and behavioral outcomes; organizes and participates in care conferences as applicable; identifies staff, resident, 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, resident care standards); documents education accurately and completely; provides discharge information; participate in in-services and educational programs in the department, hospital and/or community as assigned; completes all mandatory training and competency checks; utilizes opportunities for incidental teaching with staff members. Communicates with staff, residents, 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 resident 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 resident care standards; able to perform as Contact RN leading assigned RNs, LPNs, and CNAs and accomplishes all assigned resident care and area support activities during the shift. Develops and contributes to a plan of nursing action based on existing and potential resident problems and obtainable resident 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 care plans using resident care standards; addresses identified nursing diagnosis and coordinates the plan with the healthcare team by using methods that include interventions, goals, and timeframes; utilizes resources to formulate a written plan of care; documents reassessments which include laboratory results, diagnostic findings, interdisciplinary notes and documented resident observations; writes progress notes in EHR; gives shift report according to area guidelines. 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 certifications and licensure; complies with dress code; refers unresolved problems with patients/visitors/co-workers to Nurse Manager or Administrative Manager for resolution; addresses employee concerns consistent with Human Resources Policy Familiar and competent in mandatory state reporting guidelines and the time requirements. Other duties as assigned. When DON not physically present, will be willing to take the role of charge nurse for the long-term care unit. 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. Current Basic Life Support certification. 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 Minimum 1-2 years of nursing experience preferred. Knowledge of Knowledge of nursing care principles, practices, diagnosis, and processes (including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation) to provide professional nursing care to residents. Competency to recognize adverse signs and symptoms and to act promptly in emergency situations. Knowledge of pharmaceuticals, their desired effects, side effects, and complications in their use. Skills in Skills to apply scientific principles in operating and monitoring of basic and specialized medical equipment such as AED. Proficient in nursing procedures and basic nursing care. Oral and written communication skills, can enter and retrieve resident data accurately, can verbally communicate findings with healthcare team. Ability to Ability to provide guidance, leadership, and work cooperatively with others by establishing and maintaining interpersonal relationships with residents, 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, medical and psychosocial disorders and the normal course of disease and anticipated complications. Uses aggressive resident management techniques to defuse any resident/patient/visitor/peer volatile situations. 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 : Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association, Clinical Competency Assessment - SEARHC, High Risk Competency - 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!
RN Outpatient Full-time
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

Registered Nurse - Primary Care HOT JOB

apartment SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium location_onJuneau, AK
Pay Range: Pay Range:$34.15 - $47.93 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, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more. This position functions within the Outpatient Department to assist patients and medical staff within the ambulatory care setting responsible for the overall operation of the Clinic. Maintains skill sets, annual competencies, certifications, and participates in in-services and educational programs within the Clinic, hospital, and/or community as assigned; completes all mandatory training; attends and participates in staff meetings; adheres to infection control policy and procedures. Maintains a clean and safe working environment including adequate supplies and upkeep of unit and equipment, reporting any defective or missing equipment and safety hazards; refers un-resolved problems with patients/coworkers/visitors to department manager or administrative manager for resolution; addresses employee concerns consistent with Human Resources Policy. ********************************************************** $25K Sign On and $10K Relocation for qualified hire! ********************************************************** Shift Details M-F 8-5 Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job Provide clinical services, including working with providers, clinic staff and management to ensure excellent quality of care and services, efficient utilization of resources and compliance with SEARHC standards. Provide leadership and direction to the clinic staff ensuring efficient operation of all aspects of the clinic to include the front desk and patient care to all patients. Maintain medication inventory and supplies not on the Warehouse PAR system. Ensure that the necessary quality control checks are done with the Point of Care tests. Clearly and correctly document all care and services provided in the clinic, completing nurse duties professionally and in a timely manner. Oversee the opening and closing of their provider clinics. Clearly and correctly document all care and services provided, completing nurse duties professionally and in a timely manner. Assist providers and other staff as needed, anticipating the needs of these individuals to ensure efficient and quality patient care. Communicate effectively with other departments to be an effective resource for their patients, providers, and fellow clinic staff. 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. Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. 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 1 year of acute care experience preferred. Knowledge of Nursing process and the ability to apply this in the working environment. Customer service principles. Safety and infection control principles. Skills in Completing assessments, anticipation of needs, and specimen collection. Use of equipment such as computers and medical equipment. Effective oral and written communications skills. Ability to Multi-task and work independently in fast paced environment. Be a team-player. Willing to teach when appropriate. Problem-solve and use critical thinking skills to develop and maintain good working relations with other staff and departments. Willingness to ask for help when encountering a new or challenging situation. 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 : Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association, Clinical Competency Assessment - SEARHC, High Risk Competency - 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!