Registered Nurse - Acute Care - As Needed

Join a collaborative and compassionate nursing team at South Peninsula Hospital where your skills and dedication directly impact patient care in one of Alaska’s most breathtaking coastal communities. Work in a dynamic 22-bed acute care unit that includes ICU services, where you’ll provide comprehensive, hands-on care to patients with diverse medical and surgical needs.

HIGHLIGHTS:

• Community-Centric: Pairing small town values with industry-leading standards, South Peninsula Hospital values and invests in our staff and deeply cares about our patients.
• Benefits: This is not a benefited position. In lieu of benefits, an additional 15% premium is added to the base pay for all Per Diem (Casual) employees.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Deliver comprehensive nursing care using the nursing process and evidence-based practices.
• Develop and revise patient care plans based on ongoing assessment and patient/family input.
• Perform admission assessments, skin assessments, and regular documentation of patient conditions.
• Administer medications, IVs, and perform specialized procedures such as wound care, catheterization, and post-operative support.
• Respond appropriately to patient status changes and coordinate care with physicians and support staff.
• Supervise and delegate tasks to Certified Nurse Assistants and other support staff.
• Function as charge nurse as assigned and support the orientation of new staff and student nurses.
• Support safety initiatives, infection control protocols, and hospital quality improvement activities.

KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE:

• An active Registered Nurse license with the State of Alaska is required.
• Current BLS and ACLS certifications.
• PALS required within 6 months (specialty certifications required for OB/ICU roles).
• At least one year of experience in an acute care or medical-surgical unit preferred (or willingness to train).
• Strong communication, documentation, and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to manage rapidly changing patient conditions and emergency situations effectively.
• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) and charting systems.
• Leadership capabilities to function as a charge nurse or mentor when needed.
• Physical Requirements: Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and perform moderate physical activity including walking, standing, and sitting.

ENVIRONMENT:

The South Peninsula Hospital is a combined 22-bed Acute Care Critical Access Hospital and 28-bed Long Term Care facility located at the southern end of the Kenai Peninsula in South-Central Alaska. The 22-bed Acute Care department includes 2 ICU beds. Nurses experience a close-knit, team-based environment with the flexibility to float between units as needed.
Due to the nature of the work, there is exposure to infectious diseases, bodily fluids, and potential for needle-stick injuries—strict adherence to safety protocols is essential.