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Registered Nurse (RN) - Long Term Care | Full-Time Nights
PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center | Ketchikan, Alaska
Imagine building meaningful relationships with your patients while living in one of the most breathtaking communities in Alaska. PeaceHealth is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse to join our Long Term Care team in Ketchikan on a full-time night shift (0.90 FTE).
If you're passionate about providing exceptional care and supporting patients through rehabilitation and long-term recovery, this is an opportunity to make a lasting impact while enjoying an unmatched coastal Alaskan lifestyle.
Why Join PeaceHealth?
As a Long Term Care RN, you'll play a vital role in helping patients maintain their quality of life, regain independence, and achieve their healthcare goals. You'll work closely with patients, families, and an interdisciplinary care team to provide compassionate, individualized care in a welcoming environment.
In this role, you will:
PeaceHealth is a growing nine-hospital system serving communities throughout Washington, Oregon, and Alaska. In Ketchikan, our campus includes a 25-bed critical access hospital and a 29-bed transitional care skilled nursing unit, providing a unique opportunity to care for patients across the continuum of care.
Our caregivers enjoy the close-knit culture of a community hospital while benefiting from the resources, support, and advancement opportunities of a larger health system.
What We're Looking For
Known as Alaska's "First City," Ketchikan is surrounded by rainforest, mountains, and ocean. Here, you'll find a vibrant community rich in Alaska Native culture, world-class fishing, outdoor recreation, and stunning natural beauty. Whether you're kayaking through scenic waterways, exploring local trails, or enjoying the charm of a waterfront town, Ketchikan offers an extraordinary lifestyle both on and off the clock.
Join a Team That Cares
At PeaceHealth, we believe exceptional patient care starts with supporting our caregivers. If you're looking for a rewarding nursing career where your expertise is valued, your growth is encouraged, and your work truly makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and discover how rewarding nursing can be at PeaceHealth Ketchikan.
Job Description
Registered Nurse (RN) - Long Term Care | Full-Time Nights
PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center | Ketchikan, Alaska
Imagine building meaningful relationships with your patients while living in one of the most breathtaking communities in Alaska. PeaceHealth is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Registered Nurse to join our Long Term Care team in Ketchikan on a full-time night shift (0.90 FTE).
If you're passionate about providing exceptional care and supporting patients through rehabilitation and long-term recovery, this is an opportunity to make a lasting impact while enjoying an unmatched coastal Alaskan lifestyle.
Why Join PeaceHealth?
- Competitive pay: $44.27 - $71.09 per hour
- Potential sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
- Full-time nights with a supportive and collaborative team
- Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer contributions and matching
- Generous paid time off
- Tuition reimbursement and continuing education opportunities
- Employer-paid life and disability insurance
- Wellness resources and expanded mental health support
As a Long Term Care RN, you'll play a vital role in helping patients maintain their quality of life, regain independence, and achieve their healthcare goals. You'll work closely with patients, families, and an interdisciplinary care team to provide compassionate, individualized care in a welcoming environment.
In this role, you will:
- Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans with our very experienced team
- Deliver skilled nursing care in accordance with professional standards, while working excellent patient ratios
- Collaborate with physicians, therapists, and care team members
- Delegate and coordinate care appropriately
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation
- Support quality improvement and patient safety initiatives
- Pursue ongoing professional growth and development
PeaceHealth is a growing nine-hospital system serving communities throughout Washington, Oregon, and Alaska. In Ketchikan, our campus includes a 25-bed critical access hospital and a 29-bed transitional care skilled nursing unit, providing a unique opportunity to care for patients across the continuum of care.
Our caregivers enjoy the close-knit culture of a community hospital while benefiting from the resources, support, and advancement opportunities of a larger health system.
What We're Looking For
- Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing
- Current Registered Nurse (RN) license
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification upon hire
- One year of clinical nursing experience preferred
- Geriatric, rehabilitation, or long-term care experience preferred
- Strong communication, critical thinking, and teamwork skills
- A commitment to delivering exceptional patient-centered care
Known as Alaska's "First City," Ketchikan is surrounded by rainforest, mountains, and ocean. Here, you'll find a vibrant community rich in Alaska Native culture, world-class fishing, outdoor recreation, and stunning natural beauty. Whether you're kayaking through scenic waterways, exploring local trails, or enjoying the charm of a waterfront town, Ketchikan offers an extraordinary lifestyle both on and off the clock.
Join a Team That Cares
At PeaceHealth, we believe exceptional patient care starts with supporting our caregivers. If you're looking for a rewarding nursing career where your expertise is valued, your growth is encouraged, and your work truly makes a difference, we'd love to hear from you.
Apply today and discover how rewarding nursing can be at PeaceHealth Ketchikan.
Salary : $44 - $71