Registered Nurse (RN) – Emergency / Acute Care

NavitasPartners•Wrangell, AK

13h•$99,000 - $110,000

About The Position

We are seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) – Emergency / Acute Care to provide high-quality, patient-centered nursing care across all age groups in an acute and emergent care setting. This role requires strong clinical judgment, independence in decision-making, and the ability to remain calm and effective in high-pressure situations.

Requirements

Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (ADN, BSN, or Diploma)
Active, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license in a U.S. state
Must apply for state licensure prior to start date if required
Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) – required
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) – required or obtainable within 6 months
Clinical Competency Assessment (within 3 months of hire and every 3 years)
High-Risk Competency (within 3 months of hire and annually)
Strong knowledge of nursing practices, emergency response, and patient care standards
Ability to work independently and make sound clinical decisions
Excellent verbal and written communication skills
Ability to supervise staff and work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams
Professional demeanor with patients, families, and colleagues in high-stress environments
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and move throughout the shift
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs
Emotional resilience and ability to manage mental and emotional stress
Ability to work effectively with ill, injured, elderly, and emotionally distressed patients

Nice To Haves

Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) – preferred (required for ED roles)
Acute care, emergency department, or long-term care experience preferred

Responsibilities

Deliver and coordinate comprehensive nursing care for patients in emergency and acute care settings
Make independent clinical decisions during assigned shifts and remain fully accountable for patient outcomes
Assess patient conditions, prioritize care, and initiate appropriate interventions in emergent situations
Administer medications and treatments in accordance with provider orders and nursing standards
Supervise and appropriately delegate tasks to CNAs, Techs, and support staff
Maintain accurate, timely, and complete documentation in the electronic medical record
Communicate effectively with physicians, interdisciplinary teams, patients, and families
Ensure compliance with infection control practices, patient safety standards, and regulatory guidelines
Protect patient rights related to privacy, dignity, and equitable treatment
Monitor patient responses to medications, treatments, and procedures and report changes promptly
Participate in shift handoffs, staff meetings, training sessions, and departmental initiatives
Complete admission, discharge, and transfer documentation
Transcribe and implement physician orders accurately
Respond to emergencies and initiate appropriate emergency measures
Maintain adequate inventory of medications, supplies, and equipment
Report incidents, accidents, and unsafe conditions per policy
Assist with development and implementation of nursing policies, procedures, and care standards
Support a positive, respectful, and collaborative care environment