Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Ketchikan, AK
Coast Medical Service
3x12 hrs

$2,877/week

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Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
Duration13 weeks

Pay

17% higher than average Registered Nurse / Medical Surgical Nurse pay in Alaska

Estimated total pay

$2,877/week

Benefits

Holiday Pay
Sick pay
401k retirement plan
Pet insurance
Health Care FSA

Qualifications

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

Required

Certifications

Basic Life Support

Other qualifications

Education

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

License

Alaska Nursing License

Description

Coast Medical Service is a nationwide travel nursing & allied healthcare staffing agency dedicated to providing an elite traveler experience for the experienced or first-time traveler. Coast is featured on Blue Pipes' 2023 Best Travel Agencies and named a 2022 Top Rated Healthcare Staffing Firm & 2023 First Half Top Rated Healthcare Staffing Firm by Great Recruiters. Please note that pay rate may differ for locally based candidates. Please apply here or contact a recruiter directly to learn more about this position & the facility, and/or explore others that may be of interest to you. We look forward to speaking with you!

Coast Medical Services Job ID #29505917. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN:Substance Abuse,07:00:00-19:00:00

Employer

Coast Medical Service

4.7rating(156 reviews)

4 nurses recommend working with Coast Medical Service

5.0rating

Pros

Jonathan was awesome! Very informative on the whole process, very easy to communicate and easily accessible. I felt like I knew him for a long time.

Cons

None

Recommends working with Coast Medical Service

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Review of Jonathan Tran on Jul 10, 2024

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About Ketchikan, AK

As a Travel Medical Surgical 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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