ER RN in Ketchikan, Alaska

Job Description:

This travel assignment is for an Emergency Room Registered Nurse serving patients of all ages in a regional emergency setting. You will independently manage cardiac, critical care, complex medical-surgical, psychiatric, and multiple-trauma cases in an intermittently fast-paced, high-volume environment. The role includes IV therapy for all age groups, telemetry monitoring, computer charting, and direct emergency patient care. The department supports patients arriving from surrounding islands by fast boat and fixed-wing aircraft, offering a distinctive opportunity to practice emergency nursing in coastal Alaska. The schedule consists of rotating 12-hour shifts, primarily nights, with no on-call requirement.

Weather:

Ketchikan typically offers cool, mild weather with frequent rainfall, overcast skies, and occasional brighter breaks. The lush surroundings stay vibrant year-round, making waterproof layers and comfortable outdoor gear useful for exploring the area.

Fun Things To Do:

• Misty Fjords National Monument Day Trip: Explore dramatic fjords, waterfalls, forests, and wildlife by boat or floatplane.

• Prince Rupert Day Trip: Travel by ferry to British Columbia for coastal scenery, local shops, and waterfront attractions.

• Creek Street: Walk along Ketchikan’s historic waterfront boardwalk and browse local galleries and shops.

• Saxman Native Village: Experience Indigenous art, culture, and an impressive collection of totem poles.

• Tongass National Forest: Hike wooded trails, enjoy scenic viewpoints, and look for coastal wildlife.

Job Specifics:

City and State: Ketchikan, Alaska

Shift: 12-hour rotating shifts, primarily nights; 3 shifts per week, typically 7:00 PM–7:00 AM

Duration: 13 weeks, 36 hours per week