PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center | Ketchikan, AK
Position Details
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Full-time, 0.90 FTE
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Night shift
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Pay range: $44.27–$71.09/hour
- Actual pay depends on experience, education, training, seniority, and union contract terms.
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Hiring bonus and relocation assistance may be available.
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Union-represented position.
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Multiple openings may be available.
PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center began in 1923 as Little Flower Hospital, founded by the Sisters of St. Joseph of Peace. Today, it is a modern healthcare facility providing high-quality care to the Ketchikan community.
As a Long-Term Care Registered Nurse, you will:
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Assess, plan, provide, and evaluate patient care.
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Document care accurately in patient records.
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Delegate tasks to other care team members as appropriate.
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Work closely with patients, families, and healthcare teams.
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Maintain nursing competency through ongoing education.
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Follow hospital policies, quality standards, safety practices, and infection prevention procedures.
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Perform other duties as needed.
Required
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Graduate of an accredited nursing program.
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Current Registered Nurse (RN) license.
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Basic Life Support (BLS) certification upon hire.
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Basic computer skills.
Preferred
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Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN).
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At least 1 year of nursing experience.
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Previous geriatric, rehabilitation, or long-term care experience.
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Strong preference for candidates with Long-Term Care experience.
- Knowledge of age-specific patient care and development.
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Strong communication and teamwork skills.
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Ability to build positive relationships with patients and families.
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Understanding of hospital policies and procedures.
- Ability to safely care for patients and operate medical equipment.
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Frequent standing, walking, bending, reaching, kneeling, and squatting.
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Ability to push/pull medical equipment and assist with patient handling.
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Ability to perform CPR when needed.
- Exposure to biohazards, body fluids, and airborne particles.
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Fast-paced and sometimes noisy healthcare setting.
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Must be able to communicate effectively and have normal vision and hearing (with corrective devices if needed).
PeaceHealth offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:
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Medical, dental, and vision insurance
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403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions and matching
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Paid time off
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Life and disability insurance
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Tuition reimbursement and continuing education support
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Employee wellness programs
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Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and mental health resources
To apply, submit your current resume. PeaceHealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages applications from veterans and individuals with disabilities.
