Registered Nurse (RN) Emergency Care Center, Full Time, Nights

Job Category Nursing

Employee Type Active - Full-Time

Join a collaborative and compassionate nursing team at South Peninsula Hospital where your skills and dedication directly impact patient care in one of Alaska’s most breathtaking coastal communities. Work in a dynamic 22-bed acute care unit that includes ICU services, where you’ll provide comprehensive, hands-on care to patients with diverse medical and surgical needs.

Community-Centric: Pairing small town values with industry-leading standards, South Peninsula Hospital values and invests in our staff and deeply cares about our patients.

South Peninsula Hospital provides a competitive salary and industry-leading benefits, including Health/Dental/Vision Insurance with up to a 2K HRA and generous PTO. Loan forgiveness and tuition reimbursement programs are available.

Deliver comprehensive nursing care using the nursing process and evidence-based practices.

D evelop and revise patient care plans based on ongoing assessment and patient/family input.

Administer medications, IVs, and perform specialized procedures such as wound care, catheterization, and post-operative support.

Respond appropriately to patient status changes and coordinate care with physicians and support staff.

Supervise and delegate tasks to Certified Nurse Assistants and other support staff.

Function as charge nurse as assigned and support the orientation of new staff and student nurses.

Support safety initiatives, infection control protocols, and hospital quality improvement activities.

An active Registered Nurse license with the State of Alaska is required.

PALS required within 6 months (specialty certifications required for OB/ICU roles).

At least one year of experience in an acute care or medical-surgical unit preferred (or willingness to train).

Ability to manage rapidly changing patient conditions and emergency situations effectively.

Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) and charting systems.

Leadership capabilities to function as a charge nurse or mentor when needed.

Must be able to lift up to 50 pounds and perform moderate physical activity including walking, standing, and sitting.

The South Peninsula Hospital is a combined 22-bed Acute Care Critical Access Hospital and 28-bed Long Term Care facility located at the southern end of the Kenai Peninsula in South-Central Alaska. The 22-bed Acute Care department includes 2 ICU beds. Nurses experience a close-knit, team-based environment with the flexibility to float between units as needed.

Due to the nature of the work, there is exposure to infectious diseases, bodily fluids, and potential for needle-stick injuries—strict adherence to safety protocols is essential.

Position type Union

Shift Type Nights

Applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any prohibited characteristics.

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