Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Ketchikan, AK
Epic Travel Staffing
3x12 hrs

$2,116/week
Posted 1 day ago

Overview

  • Start Date01/13/2025
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,116/week

Description

Job Opportunities

Epic Travel Staffing is hiring a Travel RN - ER
Shift: Variables, start times at 7a,10a, 7p, 12x3, 36hrs per week
Length: 13 weeks
Requirements:
  • AK License
  • 2 Years Experience
  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • PALS
  • TNCC
  • ENPC
  • IV Skills for all ages are required
  • Telemetry experience is preferred
  • 2-3 years experience Preferred
  • Travel experience is preferred
  •  1 year of Epic experience is preferred
Other Details:
  • Charting: Epic
  • First-Timers Accepted
  • No Locals
  • Ratios: 1 :4
  • COVID-19 Vaccine (Facility Guideline): Required - Medical/Religious Exemptions Only
  • Flu Vaccine (Facility Guideline): Required - No Exemptions

EMERGENCY RN
Start Date: ASAP (4 weeks from offer for compliance requirements).Shift: 3x12 Variables (start times at 7am, 10am, and/or 7pm)Ratios: 1:4Years of Experience REQ: Prefer 2-3 years experience. Travel experience is preferred. Must demonstrate independent management of cardiac, critical care, complex care med/surg, psychiatric, and multiple trauma patients of all age groups. The ability to work in an intermittently fast-paced, high-volume, high-risk environment is required. IV Skills for all ages are required. Telemetry experience is preferred.Epic REQ? 1 year of Epic experience is preferred.First-Timers Accepted: YesWeekend REQ: TBDCerts REQ: AK RN, ACLS, BLS, PALS, TNCC, ENPCIs on-call REQ? NoWill clinician float within scope to meet facility needs? No, ED does not usually float to other areas of the hospital. 100% staffed RN department.Open to accommodating block schedule? NO BLOCKED SCHEDULING ALLOWED. THEY ARE A UNION STATE AND CANNOT GUARANTEE. PLEASE DO NOT SUBMIT IF THEY ARE REQUESTING BLOCKED SCHEDULE.Locals Accepted: NOPending License Accepted: AK lic preferred or need to set the start date 10-12 weeks out.RTO Restrictions: NoGuaranteed Hours: 36 per week
FACILITY INFORMATION: PeaceHealth Ketchikan Medical Center serves as a Regional Referral Center for SE Alaska. We serve Ketchikan and several surrounding Alaska islands that are isolated with limited healthcare services available. Patients present via fast boat and fixed wing aircraft from surrounding islands for emergent care. Ketchikan is the first port for Alaskan Cruises departing from Seattle. The tourist industry is strong from April through September adding an additional volume to the ED. If you are looking for an adventure in beautiful Alaska, please join us.Type of Facility: Critical AccessMagnet / Teaching / Level Trauma (if applicable): Nonprofit, Level IV Trauma CenterTotal Staffed Beds: 54Scrub Color: All – Any ColorCharting: EpicParking Cost: Free
Unit:  2210 Emergency Department

Epic Travel Staffing:

  • Day 1 health insurance coverage and comprehensive benefits options
  • 401(k) matching program
  • Weekly direct deposit
  • Concierge state licensing program for RN and other healthcare modalities in multiple states, including CA
  • Industry leading allowances and reimbursements
  • Referral program with cash bonuses and additional perks
  • Exclusive job openings - Only at Epic
  • Epic Elite Program - Priority status at top facilities and exclusive loyalty bonuses
  • Epic Staffing Group provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, housing, age, disability, or genetics.
  • We will consider all qualified applicants for employment, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable federal, state, and local laws.

By applying for this position, you agree that any calls from Epic Staffing Group and its subsidiaries may be monitored or recorded for training and quality assurance purposes.

Please note that all pay rates are estimates. Weekly gross pay is based on qualifications and experience. Rate applies to travel positions only (50+ miles from permanent address).

Epic Travel FKA Emerald Staffing Group, Nursing Job ID #921011. Pay package is based on 12.0 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: travel nurse (rn) er (emergency room)

Employer

Epic Travel Staffing

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About
At Epic Travel Staffing (formerly Emerald Health Services), you are always our top priority. We believe that every traveler has the ability to achieve their career goals while living the adventure of a lifetime. We’ve been going above and beyond to curate life-changing experiences for nurses and allied health travelers since 2002. It’s not just about filling positions. It’s about opportunities to expand careers and accelerate the productivity of facilities across the nation. Our recruiters have access to travel nursing, nurse leadership and allied healthcare positions in all 50 states. The pay and location are yours to choose.
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About Ketchikan, AK

As a Travel Emergency Department 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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