Licensed Practical Nurse - Outpatient; $18,750 Sign On Bonus*, $15,000 Relocation, and Retention Bonus eligible

About the role

The Yukon-Kuskokwim Health Corporation is a Tribal health care organization serving nearly 30,000 people across rural, southwest Alaska. Bethel, the regional hub and location of the only hospital in the region, has a population of nearly 7,000. This position provides quality nursing care to all patients, serves as a viable member of the nursing staff, and supports the organization's mission.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality nursing care to all patients.
• Serve as a viable member of the nursing staff, utilizing scope of practice.
• Render care to all patients with respect of patient rights and dignity.
• May be responsible to work in conjunction with Health Aides to ensure rooms are stocked and check-lists are completed.
• May assist in ordering medical supplies.
• Screen calls over the phone and assist the mid-levels in the clinic after hours while not taking call as a first responder.
• Apply age-specific considerations and cultural diversity when rendering patient care.
• Support Yukon Kuskokwim Health Corporation’s mission statement.
• Responsible for care of all patients from birth to elderly.

Qualifications

• Minimum Education: Graduate from an LNL school for LPN's or LVN's.
• Minimum Experience: New graduates accepted. One year hospital experience preferred.
• Licenses, Certifications, Registrations: Current CPR certification (BCLS) required. Must be licensed in good standing in the State of Alaska as a Registered Professional Nurse. Current BLS.
• Competencies: IV certification course. Non-Violent Crisis Intervention Certification preferred.

Skills

Knowledge of medical terminology. Ability to work in patient care setting. Knowledge of psychiatric patients.

Benefits

• Generous PTO – starting at 4.5 weeks per year, accrued over time
• Eleven paid holidays
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage
• Life and Disability Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Retail plans
• Employee Wellness Center
• Plus More!

Pay

Minimum Hourly Pay: $32.71

Schedule

80 Full time