Registered Nurse – Long Term Care - RNLTC 0226 NS#01

NavitasPartners•Wrangell, AK

22h•$99,000 - $128,000

About The Position

A healthcare facility in Wrangell, Alaska is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) – Long Term Care to provide comprehensive nursing care to residents with diverse and complex medical needs. This role requires strong clinical judgment, independent decision-making, and leadership capabilities, particularly during night shifts. The RN maintains full accountability for clinical decisions during assigned shifts and supervises LPNs, CNAs/Technicians, and support staff. The position may function as Charge Nurse in the absence of nursing leadership.

Requirements

Education Graduate of an accredited School of Nursing (ADN, Diploma, or BSN)
High School Diploma or equivalent
Licensure & Certifications Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse (RN) license (Alaska or other U.S. state)
Direct hires must apply for Alaska licensure prior to start date
Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association
Clinical Competency (within 3 months of hire; every 3 years thereafter)
High-Risk Competency (within 3 months of hire; annually thereafter)
Experience 1–2 years of nursing experience preferred
Knowledge of: Nursing care processes (assessment, planning, implementation, evaluation)
Emergency response and recognition of adverse signs and symptoms
Pharmacology and safe medication administration
Skills in: Operating and monitoring medical equipment, including AEDs
Performing nursing procedures and resident care
Effective verbal and written communication
Accurate documentation and data entry
Ability to: Lead and collaborate within interdisciplinary teams
Deliver therapeutic interventions for complex conditions
De-escalate high-stress or volatile situations
Maintain professional relationships with residents, families, and staff
Frequent standing, walking, sitting, reaching, and use of hands
Occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs

Nice To Haves

Long-Term Care experience preferred

Responsibilities

Clinical Care & Assessment Perform comprehensive nursing assessments and develop individualized care plans
Deliver safe, therapeutic, and efficient resident care
Administer medications and treatments per provider orders
Monitor, document, and evaluate resident responses to care
Recognize and respond appropriately to emergency situations
Maintain infection control and safety standards
Ensure accurate and timely documentation in the Electronic Health Record (EHR)
Care Coordination & Leadership Coordinate resident care with physicians and interdisciplinary team members
Supervise and delegate tasks to LPNs, CNAs, and support personnel
Participate in care conferences and discharge planning
Serve as Contact or Charge RN when assigned
Ensure compliance with organizational and departmental policies
Education & Communication Educate residents and families regarding diagnoses, procedures, and care plans
Provide discharge education and aftercare instructions
Participate in staff orientation, mentoring, and in-service education
Attend required departmental meetings
Maintain resident confidentiality and privacy standards
Compliance & Professional Practice Adhere to state and federal reporting requirements
Maintain current licensure and required certifications
Complete mandatory training, competencies, and annual education
Follow established scheduling, attendance, and dress code policies