Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry - $3,160 per week

Lux Travel Nurse is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Kotzebue, Alaska.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline: RN
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Inpatient Registered Nurse (RN) - Kotzebue, Alaska

Location: Kotzebue, AK
Position: Inpatient Registered Nurse
Type: Travel/Contract RN

We are seeking an experienced Inpatient Registered Nurse for an exciting opportunity in Kotzebue, Alaska. This position is ideal for an adaptable RN who enjoys rural healthcare, working with diverse patient populations, and providing high-quality care in a unique Alaska setting.

The local health system serves Kotzebue and surrounding remote communities, providing medical and nursing services to residents throughout the region.

Responsibilities

• Provide safe, compassionate inpatient nursing care
• Assess patients and develop, implement, and evaluate individualized plans of care
• Administer medications and treatments as ordered
• Monitor and document changes in patient condition
• Collaborate with physicians and the interdisciplinary healthcare team
• Provide patient and family education
• Respond appropriately to changes in patient acuity and emergency situations
• Support other clinical areas as needed based on experience and facility requirements

Requirements

• Active Alaska RN license
• Minimum 2 years of inpatient nursing experience
• BLS, ACLS, PALS, and TNCC certifications
• Strong clinical assessment and critical-thinking skills
• Ability to work effectively in a rural healthcare environment

These experience, licensing, and certification requirements align with a current Kotzebue Inpatient RN.

Why Kotzebue?

This is a unique opportunity to experience healthcare in Northwest Alaska while serving communities in a remote setting. The Maniilaq health system provides care through the Maniilaq Health Center in Kotzebue as well as village clinics throughout 11 surrounding communities.

About Lux Travel Nurse

Born from hands-on experience, Lux Nursing's team of veteran nurses and travel professionals stands ready to guide you. With over half a century of combined expertise, we've walked in your shoes. Now, we're here to illuminate your path, matching your passion with purpose. Let our hard-won wisdom fuel your journey to the perfect placement. And let our commitment to underserved communities give your hard work unique purpose.

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Weekly pay
• Dental benefits
• Vision benefits
• 401k retirement plan
• Employee assistance programs
• Life insurance