Registered Nurse – Medical/Surgical – Alaska

Espirita have an exciting opportunity for a Medical/Surgical Registered Nurse to join the team at a non-profit community hospital located in Alaska. The facility is a nationally recognised leading specialist in both adult and pediatric trauma, operating as a Level 4 trauma centre with 152 licensed beds. You will be working in a dynamic environment at an organisation that embraces a strong patient-to-nurse ratio and a culture of shared leadership. The community hospital serves the surrounding area and outlying counties for approximately 320km and is dedicated to offering quality, innovative, personalised care to the community. In addition to the exceptional clinical environment cultivated at this facility, Alaska offers incomparable lifestyle rewards away from work. Small-town living, spectacular natural beauty, and endless recreation combine to create a one-of-a-kind place to live, work, and enjoy.

This role will require a confident, dynamic, and skilled Medical/Surgical Registered Nurse who can delegate appropriately and provide care in compliance with policies and procedures, in the most efficient and clinically effective way. Successful candidates should have the ability to review assessment data, diagnostics, and laboratory data, and report abnormal results to the physician(s) and other members of the wider team.

A strong desire to continue to develop one’s own knowledge and practice while promoting continuity of care by accurately and completely communicating with other Registered Nurses, Licensed Practical Nurses, and caregivers regarding ongoing patient care is essential. The post holder should be able to demonstrate a commitment to developing and improving services that lead to excellent patient outcomes through effective, efficient, equitable, and safe care while actively participating in the improvement of national nursing quality indicators and outcomes.

Salary range & hours: $37.79 to $45.45 per hour dependent on experience. 

Responsibilities:

• Assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care plans in consultation with healthcare professionals.
• Evaluate medical information and provide direct, individualised bedside nursing care to pre and post-surgery patients.
• Change dressings, insert catheters, and start IVs.
• Monitor vital signs and report adverse reactions to medications promptly.
• Collaborate on discharge planning with the healthcare team.
• Educate patients and families on surgical procedures and post-surgery care.
• Maintain and update patient files, medical charts, and health records.

Benefits:

• Medical, Dental Insurance & Vision
• Employment Assistance Programme (EAP)
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Short-term Disability
• Long-term Disability
• Financial assistance with visa application
• Concierge Services (24-hour on-call support team)

Requirements:

• Bachelor of Science in Adult Nursing (BSN)
• NCLEX-RN Passer (or in progress)
• Alaska RN License (or willing to obtain)
• English Proficiency Examination (if required)
• Certifications: BLS, ACLS/PALS or additional certification
• 24 months recent experience as a Registered Nurse in an acute care setting
• Ability/willingness to relocate for a minimum of 3 years

We welcome applications from international candidates. We provide support through our dedicated concierge team that will guide you throughout your relocation process, including assisting with your visa, travel and accommodation arrangements. 

Espirita does not tolerate discrimination against employees, applicants, or any other covered persons because of race, religion, colour, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, sex, gender, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, age, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, citizenship, or any other protected classification under applicable federal, state, or local laws.