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ALASKA HEART INSTITUTE

LPN or RN Primary to the APPs ($10K Sign on)

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What they do

A Licensed Practical Nurse or Vocational Nurse provides basic medical care under the direction of registered nurses and other healthcare specialists. The tasks that they are permitted to perform vary by state, but usually include changing bandages, checking blood pressure, or helping feed patients. May work in hospitals, nursing homes, or other healthcare facilities.

$70,453 / year median in Alaska

+24% projected growth

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Job Description

JOB TITLE
Registered Nurse- Primary to Physician
DEPARTMENT
Clinic Services
SUMMARY OF DUTIES
A nonexempt position that provides professional nursing care for clinic patients following established standards and practices and works closely with physician to ensure quality care.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Prepares equipment and aids physician during treatment, examination and testing of patients. Observes, records and reports patient's condition and reaction to drugs and treatments to physicians. Maintains and reviews patient records, charts and other pertinent information. Charts test results, phone calls, & patient education in accordance with nursing standards. Maintains patient confidentiality Other duties as assigned by supervision
PAY RANGE
: $38-45/hr to start (dependent upon experience and education)
EMPLOYEE BENEFITS
Medical Dental Vision Colonial Life Elective Benefits Life Insurance Profit Sharing 401K HSA FSA Employee Assistance Program Wellness Program PTO- starting at up to 5.84 hours per pay period (increases with years of service) 8 paid holidays per year FMLA This job description is intended to provide basic guidelines for meeting job requirements. Responsibilities, knowledge, skills, abilities, and working conditions may change as needs evolve.
Education:
Minimum:
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing program.
Certificate/License:
Possession of current Alaska State Registered Nurse license, current CPR certification. Current ACLS certification preferred.