RN Full-time
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

Inpatient Care Coordinator HOT JOB

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium Sitka, AK
$41.66 - $58.69 / hour
Pay Range: Pay Range:$41.66 - $58.69 *********************************************************** $25K Sign On and $10K Relocation for qualified hire! *********************************************************** Manages patient progression of care, promote evidenced-based protocols, ensure the appropriateness of interventions, and expedite care delivery for patients admitted. Directs patient care services to ensure a timely and appropriate patient discharge. 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 Reviews patients’ records and evaluates patient progress. Performs continuing review of the patient hospitalization to specifically monitor the necessity for and appropriateness of hospitalization, length of stay, and quality of care. Provides these UM and review functions to the Purchased/Referred Care Services program for SEARHC beneficiary patients admitted to other facilities. Obtains and reviews necessary medical reports and treatment plans as requested by regulatory agencies or payers. Reviews and validates physician orders, reports progress and unusual occurrences on patients. Works with the MEH leadership, clinical care team and physicians to ensure healthcare services are appropriate and cost-effective. Collaborates with physicians, MEH leadership, and the clinical care team to ensure adherence to the UM/CM/DCP plan. Reviews new hospital admissions to assess patient condition(s) and needs in order to develop personalized treatment plans. Provides appropriate or required information to patients and/or their families regarding their healthcare benefits. Reviews patient records and participate in interdisciplinary collaboration with professional staff. Ensures maintenance of the Utilization Review Plan collaboration with the Utilization review staff Medical Director (or designated provider). Facilitates educational programs and advises physicians and other departments of regulations affecting UM/CM/DCP. Directs the coordination of patient care departments, ensuring treatment plans are based on the need of the patient and meet criteria approved by the hospital and any regulatory or payer requirements. Ensures documentation supports the UM functions and communicates with payers within required timeframes. Reviews information, communicates results to claims adjusters, and enters billing information appropriate. Prepares information for notification letters providers, staff, and patients. Received and processes request for appeal of denials. Responds to complaints per UM review guidelines. Maintains utilization review and appeal logs. Supports clinical improvements activates of SEARHC by providing quality review. Performs tumor registry functions for SEARHC. Other Functions Other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities This position does not require supervisory responsibilities. Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required Associates Degree in Nursing required, Bachelor's Degree preferred Case Management certification by recognized certifying organization (i.e., NCQA, CCMC) preferred can obtain within 24 months of hire. Active nursing license in Alaska or other U.S. state required. Direct Hire must have applied for an Alaska nursing license at time of hire. Agency staff must have an active Alaska license. Basic Life Support High school diploma or equivalent required. Clinical Competency required within 3 months of hire and every three years Experience Required 8 years’ clinical care or nursing experience, 3 years of which should be in chart review, risk management, or related quality service Knowledge of Conducting and reviewing medical records for medical necessity, level of care, and public and private insurance reimbursement. Basic ICD-9 and CPT coding. Regulations as set forth by The Centers for Medicare Medicaid Services. Proficient in medical terminology, anatomy, physiology, and concepts of disease. Skills in Providing effective nursing care, assessing patient situations and taking effective courses of action. Strong written and oral communication skills. Strong organizational skills. Ability to Ability to communicate and collaborate effectively with providers, staff, and patients. 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 OR Full-time
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

Registered Nurse - Operating Room

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium Sitka, AK
$41.66 - $58.69 / hour
Pay Range: Pay Range:$41.66 - $58.69 ***************************************************************************** $25K Sign On and $10K Relocation for qualified hire! ***************************************************************************** Responsible for the delivery of safe, effective, and quality patient-family centered care in the OR and other areas of perioperative services for all patient populations. 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 50% charge nurse role, 50% primary circulator with on call/call back expectations. Initiates treatments, medications, emergency, and resuscitative measures based on appropriate utilization of physicians' pre- and post-op orders, standing orders and post anesthesia protocol. Observes interviews and assesses surgery patients during perioperative phase. Administers therapeutic measures as prescribed by the anesthesiologist, anesthetist, or surgeon. Records observations, nursing interventions, therapeutic measures, and other data relevant to surgical patients in an accurate, efficient, and timely manner. Collaborates with members of the surgical and multidisciplinary teams in assessing, planning, and implementing surgical intervention in management of patient’s peri-operative health care. Initiates action to reduce, correct, or prevent immediate, ongoing, or potential risks to the patient. Seeks out resources when beyond the scope of skill, knowledge, or experience. Explains test, procedures, and disease process to patient/significant others; communicates and interacts with patient/significant others in a positive and supportive way; takes steps to decrease stress and/or increase effectiveness of coping mechanisms of patient/significant others. Operates and monitors specialized perioperative equipment. Monitors patients having surgical procedure under local anesthesia by assessing cardiopulmonary, respiratory, and hemodynamic status and pain levels. Responsible for independent management of patients undergoing local anesthesia. Monitors supplies and instruments to assure sterility of materials used furthering Quality Assurance of patient care Other Functions 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. Other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities Oversees day to day operations for Pre-Op, OR, PACU under the direction of the Surgery Director. Facilitates lunch breaks and helps with room turnover when not acting as a primary circulator. Acts as float staff to all perioperative areas when not acting as primary circulator. Completes daily staff assignments. Organizes the daily surgery schedule. Assures that all supplies are put away and cases are pulled for the following day. Assures that ORs are set up and ready for the next day’s cases. Consistently communicates with the Surgery Director regarding the day to day operations: staffing, daily schedule, department flow, operational concerns, quality concerns, patient care concerns, staff/physician concerns. Performs daily pre-op chart reviews and calls, or delegates them as needed. Compiles monthly call schedule through collaboration with perioperative staff. Provides leadership to staff and/or escalates appropriately up the chain of command any safety/quality breach in the absence of the Surgery Director. Assists Surgery Director with projects/activities such as quality, policy review, compliance, infection prevention, chart audits. May attend meetings with or in absence of the Surgery Director as requested. Maintains a professional demeanor and leads by example in the charge nurse role. Respects the confidentiality of this role and may from time to time be involved with privileged information. Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required Education required to obtain a valid, current, unrestricted Registered Nurse license in the State of Alaska– 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. Commission Corp Officers meet billet description requirements for a 0 – 2 to 0 – 3 BLS (Basic Life Support) until ACLS (Advanced Cardiac Life Support). PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support) upon hire, if not, must be obtained within 6 months of hire date - required. High school diploma or GED. 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 Previous supervision or lead experience preferred. Two years of experience as an OR circulator. Knowledge of Knowledge of nursing care principles, practices, diagnosis, and processes (including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation) to provide professional nursing care to patients. 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 Skills in nursing procedures and basic nursing care. Oral and written communication skills, can enter and retrieve patient data accurately, can verbally communicate findings with healthcare team. Excellent critical thinking and organizational skills Ability to Ability to recognize adverse signs and symptoms and to act promptly in emergency situations 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, medical and psychosocial disorders, and the normal course of disease and anticipated complications. Make strong sound decisions, use critical thinking skills, engage in long range planning and goal setting and ability to provide both support and a vision for the department. 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 If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
RN OR PACU Full-time
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

Registered Nurse - Operating Room

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium Sitka, AK
$44.57 - $62.80 / hour
Pay Range: Pay Range:$44.57 - $62.80 ********************************************************************************* $25K Sign On and $10K Relocation for qualified hire! ********************************************************************************* This position is located within the Operating Room of SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium. Multi-tasks efficiently and ensures the surgical cases proceed throughout the day in a timely manner. Utilizes after-hour call services, to staff the Operating Rooms (OR), for nights, holidays and weekends. Is responsible for the delivery of safe, effective, and quality patient-family centered care in the OR and other areas of perioperative services for all patient populations. 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. On Call OR Registered Nurse responds to all surgical emergencies. Accountable for proper delegation and supervision of surgical technologist and/or surgical schedulers on unit during shift. 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; sets priorities for care of patients based on acuity and/or patients’ preference; anticipates potential problems; adapts to change on 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; Observes interviews and assesses surgery patients during perioperative phase. Initiates treatments, medications, emergency, and resuscitative measures based on appropriate utilization of physicians' pre- and post-op orders, standing orders and post anesthesia protocol. Administers therapeutic measures as prescribed by the anesthesiologist, anesthetist, or surgeon. Records observations, nursing interventions, therapeutic measures, and other data relevant to surgical patients in a accurate, efficient and timely manner. Collaborates with members of the surgical and multidisciplinary teams in assessing, planning, and implementing surgical intervention in management of patient’s peri-operative health care. 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 test, procedures, and disease process to patient/significant others; communicates and interacts with patient/significant others in a positive and supportive way; takes steps to decrease stress and/or increase effectiveness of coping mechanisms of patient/significant others; Operates and monitors specialized perioperative equipment. . Demonstrate knowledge and skills in dealing with expectant mother/baby care for c-sections. Monitors patients having surgical procedure under local anesthesia by assessing cardiopulmonary, respiratory, and hemodynamic status and pain levels. Responsible for independent management of patients undergoing local anesthesia. When called in for emergency functions as team leader and supervises on call team members. Scrub duties when needed. Will take O.R. Call as assigned by immediate supervisor. Inventories, monitors assigned services supplies and order as needed. Carries out treatments and procedures per scope of practice and abides/promotes ASPAN/AORN standards. Utilizes the AORN Standards of Care to develop, implement, evaluate nursing plan of care for the peri-operative patient. Monitors supplies and instruments to assure sterility of materials used furthering Quality Assurance of patient care. Knowledge of assessment practices related to pain management and various treatment modalities of pain relief. Knowledge of pharmaceuticals to recognize the desired effects, side effects and complications on their use. Ability to recognize adverse signs and symptoms, which are not always apparent and to react promptly in emergency situations including the implementation of life saving procedures. Knowledge of human behavior during stressful situations to exercise emotional control, tact, patience, and reliability in carrying out patient care. Correctly labels and processes all operative specimens. 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, CNAs and Techs and accomplishes all assigned patient care and area support activities during the shift. Other duties as assigned. 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 un-resolved problems with patients/visitors/co-workers to Nurse Manager or Administrative Manager for resolution; addresses employee concerns consistent with Human Resources Policy Demonstrates teamwork and flexibility by assisting others in the delivery of patient care. as appropriate. Demonstrates a willingness to float to various departments as needed . Ability to act as Charge RN as directed. 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. Commission Corp Officers meet billet description requirements for a O-2 to O-3. BLS required. ACLS and PALS required to be obtained within 6 months of hire date. 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 of Knowledge of nursing care principles, practices, diagnosis, and processes (including assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation) to provide professional nursing care to patients. 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 (ex: defibrillator, gastric and thoracic suction, EKG machines, etc.). Proficient in nursing procedures and basic nursing care. Oral and written communication skills, can enter and retrieve patient data accurately, can verbally communicate findings with healthcare team. Strong sound decision-making, critical thinking skills, long range planning and goal setting skills to provide both support and a vision for the department. Ability to 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, medical and psychosocial disorders, the normal course of disease and anticipated complications. 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 ER Full-time
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

Registered Nurse - ED & Acute Care HOT JOB

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium Wrangell, AK
$44.57 - $62.80 / hour
Pay Range: Pay Range:$44.57 - $62.80 ******************************************************************************* $25K Sign On and $10K Relocation for qualified hire! $25K annual geographic differential on top of base for this location! ******************************************************************************* 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 - Inpatient HOT JOB

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium Sitka, AK
$44.57 - $62.80 / hour
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. 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!
Surgical Tech Full-time
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

Surgical Technologist

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium Sitka, 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

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium Sitka, 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!

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium Sitka, 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 Educator Full-time
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

RN Diabetes Case Manager and Educator (Hot Job)

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium Juneau, 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

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium Sitka, 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 - LTC - Night Shift HOT JOB

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium Wrangell, 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

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium Wrangell, 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 Med-Surg Full-time
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

RN - Clinical Resource Nurse - Medical Surgical HOT JOB

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium Sitka, 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 Manager/Supervisor Full-time
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

Registered Nurse Infection Prevention and Control Manager HOT JOB

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium Juneau, 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

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium Sitka, 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

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium Sitka, 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

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium Juneau, 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 - Long Term Care HOT JOB

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium Sitka, 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

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium Juneau, 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!
RN Manager/Supervisor Full-time
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

Registered Nurse - Quality Management & Accreditation - Risk Manager HOT JOB

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium Juneau, 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. Risk Manager (RM): Responsible for implementation of the internal risk management program. Develops, implements, and evaluates risk --- Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations related to risk management (i.e., investigate reports and events in accordance with policy and statutory requirements). Patient Safety Officer (PSO): The Patient Safety Officer will have primary oversight of the organization-wide patient safety program. This role will direct others within the organization towards process improvements that will support the reduction of medical/healthcare errors and other factors that may contribute to unintended adverse patient outcomes. The RM/PSO provides leadership for safety assessments, Root Cause Analyses (RCA) and Failure Mode Effects Analyses (FMEA), and educates management, staff, and physicians on the system-basis for medical errors. ********************************************************** $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: Participates in and maintains a comprehensive risk management program in accordance with AK Statutes. Collaborates decision making, along with leadership, regarding patient safety and risk management. Investigates, evaluates, and submits adverse incidents in accordance with regulatory reporting requirements. Coordinates and facilitates the disclosure of an adverse incident and/or ensures appropriate follow-up with patients, families, and the healthcare team. Analyzes patient grievances received in risk management in accordance with AK Statutes. Facilitates Patient Safety Rounds. Provides risk management and patient safety education to entity/departments. Participates in educational and/or developmental opportunities, as appropriate. Adheres to appropriate safety procedures and lifting techniques. Stays abreast of industry/clinical risk trends. Works closely and collaboratively with the Medical Directors, CMO, and SEARHC Corporate Counsel as needed, on quality of care and risk management issues stemming from peer review activities. Maintains working knowledge of regulatory standards, i.e., DNV, TJC, CMS, CARF, etc. Maintains current knowledge of applicable federal and state laws and regulatory standards, and monitors advancements in technologies to ensure organizational adaptation and compliance. Assists with accreditation and quality support, to include, but not limited to chart audits, clinical reviews, data support. Communicates professionally and effectively with all levels of the organization; serves as a resource, mentor, and role model for others. 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 CPHRM within two (2) years. Clinical Competency required within 3 months and every 3 years Experience Required 3 years’ experience monitoring risk management, patient safety, 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. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Knowledge of Knowledge of accreditation requirements for a healthcare system to include acute care, ambulatory and or behavioral health. Strong working knowledge of patient care principles and practices Understanding of quality improvement concepts and practices Medical peer review principles Concepts around medical practice and standards of care Solid understanding of risk management 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 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 20% 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, Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality - National Association for Healthcare Quality, 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 - LTC - Night Shift HOT JOB

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium Wrangell, AK
$44.57 - $62.80 / hour
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 Infusion Full-time
SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium

Registered Nurse - Infusion Services HOT JOB

SouthEast Alaska Regional Health Consortium Sitka, AK
$38 - $54 / 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. The Registered Nurse for Infusion Services provides comprehensive nursing care to Infusion patients as well as nursing care directed toward patients in collaboration with a multidisciplinary team. *********************************************************** $25K Sign On and $10K Relo for qualified hire! *********************************************************** Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job Facilitates and oversees infusion patient referrals of tests and treatments to other offices or specialties for continuation of care while maintaining, reviewing, and documenting pertinent information in the patient’s chart. Coordinates and oversees appointment scheduling for infusion patients. Posts patient test and examination results, communicating with referring provider and infusion patients to complete circle of care. Observes and reports infusion patient’s condition and reaction to drugs, treatments, immunizations, and procedures to referring providers, recording all pertinent information in the patient’s chart. Assists with supervision of clinic staff, providing direction, guidance, and referral as necessary for optimal daily infusion patient care flow and utilization of resources. Participates in staff development activities to maintain current professional knowledge and licensure. Assesses and prepares the needs of each infusion patient. Ensure prior authorization is initiated as needed per the patient referral for infusion services. Administer specialty IV fluids via peripherally or centrally placed catheters, using infusion order sets as prescribed by patient’s referring specialist and/or primary care provider. Maintain CVC, PICC, or other IV access devices per INS/ONS and facility guidelines. Identify, assess, and diagnose problems through patient assessment and interactions; evaluates actual or potential patient health problems. Prepares for infusion patients prior to administration (i.e., reviews orders, effectively communicate with referring physician, oncologist, and pharmacy) Develops and participates in educating patients and their families about post-discharge care programs. Initiates patient care meetings with the health care team to review the plan of care of the patient’s condition warrants. Maintains a safe and therapeutic patient care environment. Provides guidance and direction to members of the health care team to ensure quality patient care. Keeps current on advances in oncology/infusion nursing care by participating in education programs. Oversees direct patient care in accordance with established nursing protocol and physician orders. Utilizes knowledge of medications, procedures, infection control and safety precaution, and initiates appropriate interventions in crisis situations. Provides safe, effective, appropriate, and comprehensive infusion services to infusion patients as well as provides education and follow-up care after patients have been released from infusion therapy. Other Functions Support and maintain SEARHC’s commitment with all patients, visitors, outside entities, and each other. Fully uphold all principles of confidentiality and patient care. Adhere to all professional and ethical behavior standards of the healthcare industry. Participate in departmental staff meetings, quality management activities and educational programs. Comply with SEARHC Hospital policies and procedures. 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. Education required to obtain a valid, current, full, and unrestricted RN license in the State of Alaska. BLS and ACLS Commission Corp Officers meet billet description requirements for a O-2 to O-3. High school diploma or equivalent required. Clinical Competency required within 3 months of hire and every three years Experience Required 1 year of clinical nursing experience preferred. Prior experience in Specialty is preferred. Knowledge of Knowledge and ability to use nursing information to develop an individualized nursing care plan. Knowledge of regulatory agencies documentation requirement and ability to accurately and completely document clinical data. Knowledge of a variety of nursing specifications related to specialties including, but not limited to, pediatrics, internal medicine, critical care, emergency medicine, mental health, geriatrics and palliative medicine. This includes age specific aspects of nursing care. Knowledge of disease processes to recognize their effects, side effects and complications. This includes knowledge of the appropriate therapeutic nursing intervention along with the ability to perform complex nursing care based on the specific needs of the patient. Knowledge of the pharmacology of various medications (both legal and illegal substances), their therapeutic effects, side effects and adverse reactions, oxygen therapy and airway management. Skills in Skill in operating, maintaining, and caring for specialized medical devices and equipment used, including but not limited to cardiac, cardiovascular access devices, central lines, phlebotomy. Skills in effective communication, both verbally and in writing. Effective leadership skills, in a healthcare environment. Ability to Ability to independently operate IV infusion pumps, cardiac monitors, non-invasive blood pressure machines, AED computers and computer-based systems, utilize electronic health record, and electronic medication inventory system. Ability to manage high patient volumes and manage multiple patients at one time. Ability to use critical thinking skills, function independently and make decisions based on standards. Ability to recognize adverse signs and symptoms which are not always apparent and to react promptly in emergency situations, including the implementation of life saving procedures. Ability to provide good customer service with a patient-centered approach. Ability to perform other duties as assigned. 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, 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!