Location: Wrangell, AK

Start Date: 01-27-2026

End Date: 02-03-2026

Contract Type: Perm

Shift Type: Nights, Full Time (night shift; specific start/end times vary and may include weekends)

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Coordinate and deliver safe, therapeutic nursing care tailored to long-term care residents
• Perform thorough nursing assessments, document findings, and create/update individualized care plans
• Accurately administer medications and therapeutics and monitor resident response
• Lead and supervise CNAs, LPNs and unit staff; ensure appropriate delegation and supervision during your shift
• Serve as charge nurse when needed and provide calm, decisive leadership in emergencies
• Communicate clearly with residents, families and interdisciplinary team members; provide education and psychosocial support
• Document resident care and progress in the Electronic Health Record (EHR) and complete required reports
• Participate in competency checks, mandatory training and unit quality improvement activities

Qualifications

• Current, full and unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in Alaska or another U.S. state (Agency staff must hold an active Alaska license; direct hires must have applied for Alaska licensure before start)
• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (BSN, ADN or Nursing Diploma)
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Clinical competency and High Risk competency per SEARHC timelines (initial competencies as required)
• Minimum 1-2 years of nursing experience preferred in acute or long-term care settings
• High school diploma or equivalent

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing OR Associate's degree in Nursing OR Nursing Diploma

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong nursing assessment, care planning and documentation skills
• Experience with medication administration and infection control practices
• Proficiency with Electronic Health Records and accurate order transcription
• Ability to recognize and respond to clinical emergencies and escalating conditions
• Leadership, delegation and communication skills to guide multidisciplinary teams
• Familiarity operating basic and specialized medical equipment (e.g., AED)
• Comfort providing patient/family teaching and psychosocial support

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you and your family healthy
• Retirement plan to help you save for tomorrow
• Generous paid time off so you can recharge and explore Alaska
• Paid parental leave to support growing families
• Life insurance plus long and short-term disability for peace of mind
• Professional development and competency training to keep your skills sharp
• Licensure support and clear guidance for Alaska RN requirements
• A supportive team culture that values your experience and growth
• Relocation assistance for qualified hires (details provided during hiring) — we’ll help with the move

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