Registered Nurse; RN - Medical​/Surgical

Overview

$15,000-$20,000 Hiring Bonus! On the Medical Surgical Teams at Fairbanks Memorial Hospital, we do work that matters. As a member of our Teams, you will be an important part of our culture to have meaningful impact in the lives of our patients as well as those we work with.

We care for medical surgical patients with a wide range of diagnoses, including congestive heart failure, respiratory conditions, infections, wounds, orthopedic surgery, spinal surgery, urological surgery, general surgery, dialysis, oncology, hospice, and more.

We are looking for Team members who:

• Have a growth mindset—there is always more to learn
• Value feedback—feedback supports growth
• Are flexible in the face of change—change is constant in healthcare
• Want to do meaningful work—life is too short for just a job
• Value work-life balance—you can’t take care of others if you don’t take care of you

Make your move to Alaska! Experience the midnight sun in the summer, a front-row seat to the northern lights in the winter, and the opportunity to advance your experience and skills as you enjoy the Alaskan lifestyle.

• Compensation $38.42-$63.35 hourly wage based on experience and education
• Relocation Assistance up to $7,500
• Temporary Housing 90 Days Temporary Housing Provided
• Additional Pay:
  Shift Differential, Annual Increases, Paid Time Off
• Benefits: medical, vision, dental, 401k with employer match
• Education Benefits: FHP Tuition Assistance, Student Loan Forgiveness
• Other Benefits:
  Onsite Gym, Wellness Programs, Discount programs, The Learning Center (childcare services)
• Shifts Available:
  Full Time;
  Nights; 36 hr/wk; 12 hr Shifts - every other weekend off

Fairbanks Memorial Hospital is a non-profit facility owned by the Greater Fairbanks Community Hospital Foundation. A Joint Commission-accredited facility with 152 licensed beds, the hospital is the primary referral center for residents of Alaska's interior. We have a strong patient-to-nurse ratio and a culture of Shared Leadership. In addition to our clinical environment, Fairbanks offers lifestyle rewards away from work.

As the second largest city in Alaska, Fairbanks offers a blend of large-town amenities, breathtaking landscapes, and wide-open space. It is known as the Golden Heart City. No state income tax and no sales tax; 100,000 residents; educational and military communities; a robust roster of schools and youth programs.

• No state income tax and no sales tax.
• Second largest city in Alaska with about 100,000 residents.
• College Town — University of Alaska Fairbanks and nearby colleges.
• Military Community — Ft. Wainwright Army Post & Eielson Air Force Base.

Summer activities include midnight sun, hiking, fishing, camping, and more. Winter activities include northern lights, skiing, snowshoeing, and other winter pursuits.

• Assesses patient physical, psychological, social, spiritual, educational, developmental, cultural, and discharge planning needs. Reviews patient history and physical with patient/family and assures completion within an appropriate timeframe. Reviews diagnostics and laboratory data, reports abnormal results to the physician and other caregivers, and completes assessments accordingly.
• Formulates a plan of care, including discharge planning, based on assessment data and input from patient, family, and health team. Sets realistic, measurable goals and plans care in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
• Implements the plan of care through direct patient care, coordination, delegation, and supervision of the health care team. Provides care per physician orders and nursing plan, in compliance with policies and regulatory requirements. Delegates appropriately and communicates patient status to caregivers.
• Evaluates patient and family response to care and teaching, revises the plan of care as needed, and documents progress.
• Documents assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation in the patient record with clear, timely, and policy-compliant notes.
• Provides care based on best available evidence and may participate in research activities. Participates in unit or facility leadership and…