Location: Wrangell, AK

Start Date: 01-27-2026

End Date: 02-03-2026

Contract Type: Perm

Shift Type: Night shift, Full Time (specific start/end times and days not provided in job posting)

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

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 long-term nursing care tailored to each resident
• Perform thorough nursing assessments, document findings, and create/update individualized care plans
• Administer medications and therapeutics accurately and monitor residents for responses and side effects
• Lead and supervise CNAs, LPNs, and other unit staff; provide hands-on delegation and support during your shift
• Act calmly and decisively in emergencies and initiate appropriate interventions
• Provide patient and family teaching, counseling, and discharge planning to support resident wellbeing
• Document resident care and progress accurately in the electronic health record (EHR)
• Serve as charge nurse when needed and contribute to unit quality improvement and policy adherence
• Participate in care conferences, staff meetings, and ongoing competency checks

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing (BSN, ADN, or Diploma in Nursing)
• Current, full, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in Alaska or another U.S. state required; direct hires must have applied for an Alaska license before start date; agency staff must have an active Alaska license
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
• Clinical Competency assessment required within 3 months of hire and every three years
• High Risk Competency required within 3 months of hire and annually
• Minimum 1-2 years of nursing experience preferred (long-term care experience a plus)
• Able to lift/move up to 50 lbs and perform the physical demands of long-term care
• Willingness to work night shifts, full time

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Nursing, Associate's degree in Nursing, or Diploma in Nursing
• High school diploma or equivalent required

Knowledge & Skills

• Strong nursing assessment, care planning, and documentation skills
• Medication administration knowledge and pharmacology awareness
• Infection control practices and multisystem disease management
• Proficiency with Electronic Health Records (EHR) documentation
• Leadership, delegation, and supervision of interdisciplinary staff
• Ability to communicate clearly with residents, families, and the healthcare team
• Competency with basic and specialized equipment (AED, monitoring devices)
• Crisis management and sound clinical judgment in emergent situations

Benefits

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage to keep you healthy and seeing clearly
• Retirement plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future
• Generous paid time off and paid parental leave so you can recharge and be there for family
• Short-term and long-term disability plus life insurance for peace of mind
• Sign-on bonus available (amount listed in bill_rate)
• Relocation assistance available (amount listed in bill_rate)
• Annual geographic differential provided (amount listed in bill_rate)
• Robust onboarding, competency training, and ongoing professional development support
• Opportunities for continuing education and certification assistance
• Supportive non-profit culture focused on employee growth and career advancement

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