Local Contract Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department - $50-64 per hour

First Connect Health is seeking a local contract nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a local contract nursing job in Wrangell, Alaska.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 10/20/2025
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 40 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Local Contract

Full time RN Emergency Department - Wrangell, AK 

$25K Sign On and $10K Relocation for qualified hire!

$25K annual geographic differential pay on top of base!

Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required

• Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (Bachelor’s degree in nursing, Associate’s degree in nursing, or Diploma in nursing)
• Current full, unrestricted Registered Nursing license in Alaska or other U.S. state required.
• Direct Hire must have applied for an Alaska nursing license before start date. Agency staff must have an active Alaska license.
• BLS, ACLS, and PALS or must be obtained within 6 months of hire and maintained biannually thereafter.
• Trauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) certification preferred (Required for ED nurses).
• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Clinical Competency required within 3 months of hire and every three years
• High Risk Competency required within 3 months of hire and every year

Experience Required

• None required.

• Acute care, emergency department, and/or long-term care experience preferred.

   

  Knowledge of

• Nursing/medical practices and procedures
• Laws, regulations, and guidelines pertaining to hospital and/or long-term care.

Skills in

• Working harmoniously with and supervising professional and non-professional personnel.
• Seeking out new methods and principles; incorporating them into existing nursing practices.

Ability to

• Read, write, and speak English fluently.
• Make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
• Deal tactfully with personnel, patients/residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the public.
• Plan, organize, develop, implement, and interpret programs, goals, objective, policies, procedures, etc., of the Nursing Service Department.
• Maintain the care and use of supplies, equipment, etc.
• Maintain the appearance of nursing areas.
• Perform regular inspections of nursing unit for sanitation, order, safety, and proper performance of assigned duties.
• Utilize patience, tactfulness, cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm.
• Handle patients/residents based on whatever level at which they are currently functioning.

Physical Demands:

• While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to talk or hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle or feel and reach with hands and arms.
• The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance; stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl. The employee must lift and/or move 50 lbs.

Required Certifications :

Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support (BLS) - American Heart Association, Clinical Competency Assessment - SEARHC, High Risk Competency - SEARHC, Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - American Heart Association, Registered Nurse License - State of Alaska - Alaska State Board of Nursing

About First Connect Health

At First Connect Health , we take pride in being a Joint Commission–certified healthcare staffing agency , headquartered in Newark, New Jersey. This prestigious certification is more than just a seal — it's a reflection of our commitment to excellence, safety, and quality in everything we do.

By meeting the rigorous standards set by The Joint Commission, one of the most respected accrediting bodies in healthcare, we've demonstrated that our processes, compliance, and patient care standards are aligned with the highest levels of quality in the industry.

But our dedication goes beyond certifications. Nurses choose First Connect Health because:

• ✅ Trust and Transparency: We foster honest communication, timely updates, and full transparency throughout your placement journey.
• ✅ Best Pay & Benefits: We offer industry-leading compensation packages, along with benefits that support your career goals.
• ✅ Flexibility & Choice: Whether you're seeking short-term assignments, long-term contracts, or local opportunities, we provide the flexibility to suit your preferences.
• ✅ Personalized Support: Our recruiters take the time to understand your needs, guiding you with care, respect, and responsiveness at every step.

When you work with First Connect Health, you're not just another number — you're a valued professional. Join a team that’s focused on your success, your well-being, and your future in healthcare.

Benefits

• Medical benefits
• Sick pay
• 401k retirement plan
• Weekly pay
• Referral bonus