Travel Registered Nurse (RN) in Sitka, AK

TravelNurseSource is working with MedCadre to find a qualified Other RN in Sitka, Alaska, 99836!

About The Position

Job Description :

MUST HAVE ACTIVE ALASKA LICENSE AT TIME OF SUBMISSION

MUST HAVE FLU VACCINATIONS PRIOR TO START

• Start date will be no less than 2 weeks after fingerprint cards are received by SEARHC for processing

This position functions within Utilization Review Department.

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.

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 required.

Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Experience Required

1 year of nursing experience.

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.

Position Urgency : Normal

Shifts : 4x10

State License Details :

Must Be Currently Active

Minimum Years of Experience :

Minimum Guaranteed Hours :

40

Specialty Type : Nursing

Sub Specialty :

Utilization Review RN

General Certifications :

BLS / BCLS

Bilingual : No

EMR Used : Meditech

Holiday Coverage Required :

No

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About MedCadre

At MedCadre, headquartered in Irvine, California and serving healthcare organizations nationwide, we connect exceptional clinicians with world-class career opportunities while upholding the highest standards of ethics, fairness, and integrity. As a Joint Commission–accredited and ISO 9001–certified leader in medical staffing, we strictly adhere to healthcare regulations, ensuring trust and peace of mind for both our clinicians and partner facilities.

Guided by our core values; Results , Approachability , Care , and Emergency (RACE), we foster an environment where you can grow professionally, build meaningful relationships, and deliver outstanding patient care. When you join MedCadre, you become part of a broad network dedicated to advancing healthcare, improving lives, and shaping the future of patient outcomes together.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and embrace diversity at every level of our organization

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