RN travel jobs in Ketchikan ,Alaska

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Ketchikan travel assignments are for those who would like to see how North America may have looked to explorers in the distant past. Ketchikan is the southernmost city in Alaska, a small village located on the edge of the Tongass National Forest, a 17-million acre eco-reserve.

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RN Emergency Dept Job Descriptions

Emergency Room nurses are responsible for assessing a patient's injuries or condition upon arrival. A successful Emergency Dept nurse must have excellent attention to detail and verbal communication skills. The nurse must be able to identify signs and symptoms and communicate the assessment of the patient to the physician. The ER nurse assists in implementing treatment plans, explaining prescription information, administering IVs, medications, and injections, and conducting EKGs and other triage elements. Emergency room nurses must understand hospital discharge policies, as well as government policies on treating, transferring, and discharging patients from the hospital. When patients are being discharged from the ER, emergency room nurses must educate the patient and patient's family about home treatment. Ideal candidates for emergency room travel nurse positions combine a calm temperament with the ability to work long shifts in a stressful and busy environment.

Enter the Land of Extreme Adventure with Travel Jobs in Alaska

Alaska travel assignments are for adventurous healthcare pioneers seeking an adrenaline-packed experience. The wildlife and terrain are fascinating in Alaska, and the opportunities for taking in awesome views are endless.

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