Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
Ketchikan, AK
TotalMed Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,209/week

Posted 5 days ago

Overview

Start Date02/03/2025
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftNights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay

$2,209/week

Estimated taxable pay
$840/week
Estimated non-taxable stipends
$1,369/week

Benefits

Weekly pay
Guaranteed Hours
Continuing Education
401k retirement plan
Sick pay
Wellness and fitness programs
Referral bonus
Employee assistance programs
Medical benefits
Dental benefits
Vision benefits
Benefits start day 1

Qualifications

The employer will review your Vivian profile and compare it against the job qualifications listed below.

Required

Profile

Your "Profile Strength" must be at 100%

Other qualifications

Education

Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing

License

Alaska Nursing License

Certifications

Basic Life Support

Description

We are seeking a Registered Nurse-Medical Surgical / Telemetry for a travel assignment in Ketchikan Alaska.

Totalmed jobs Job ID #1714724. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse-Ketchikan in Alaska

Employer

TotalMed Staffing

3.7rating(61 reviews)

3 nurses recommend working with TotalMed Staffing

5.0rating

Pros

Zach goes above and beyond to help, and is very genuine and super nice. 😊 Zach answers questions and concerns promptly and truly cares . I highly recommend Zach!

Cons

None

Recommends working with TotalMed Staffing

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Review of Zach Young on Aug 15, 2024

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About

TotalMed is a Top Ten, travel nursing and healthcare staffing agency with the mission of igniting purpose in healthcare. The organization staffs nurses, therapists, pharmacists, and other clinicians of all specialties in all 50 states. They offer local and travel jobs and match caregivers with the right organization to assist both facilities and patients. As an organization, they focus on putting highly-skilled staff into facilities to ensure adequate staffing for a better patient experience.
TotalMed specializes in recruiting and placing healthcare professionals in travel, PRN, and permanent positions across the country in Nursing and Allied Health. Throughout 2020, the organization filled roles at even the most short-staffed facilities during the most challenging time in healthcare. By matching the right travel healthcare professional with the right organization, TotalMed continues to offer a lifeline to facilities and their patients.

Response timewithin a day

Travel jobs$638–8,229/week

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About Ketchikan, AK

As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Ketchikan, AK here's what you should know:

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Ketchikan, AK is 27% higher than the national average.
Wages may be slightly higher to compensate for the increased cost of living.

Weather

Average summer highs are around 63°F and average winter lows are around 31°F.

Furnished Housing

Short term rentals may be limited, but options for furnished housing can be found with some research and planning.

Transportation

Ketchikan is not very car-friendly due to its small size and limited road access.
Public transportation options are available but may be limited.

Demographics

Ketchikan has a diverse population with a wide age range.
Common health issues may include seasonal affective disorder (SAD) due to the limited daylight hours in winter.
There may be a small population of travel nurses due to the town's reliance on seasonal industries.

Things to Do

Ketchikan offers opportunities for outdoor activities such as fishing, hunting, and exploring the Tongass National Forest.
It also has cultural attractions like the Totem Heritage Center, Alaska Rainforest Sanctuary, and the Great Alaskan Lumberjack Show.

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