Staff Nurse - Home Health / Eldercare Services
PMC Mission and Values
Our Mission is excellence in healthcare services and the promotion of wellness in our community.
Our Guiding Values are Integrity, Dignity, Professionalism, Quality, and Teamwork.
Position Summary
The Staff Nurse for Home Health / Eldercare Services and School Nursing is a dynamic and essential role within the Home Health Department of Petersburg Medical Center. This position is specifically tailored to support the expanding demands of our eldercare services and school nurse programs. The role encompasses a broad range of responsibilities, designed to provide comprehensive nursing care and support to elderly patients within their homes and the wider community. The position may also require intermittent support and coverage of the school nurse role on a needed basis. This position requires adaptability and a commitment to delivering high-quality care across various eldercare programs, including but not limited to:
This position requires dedication to promote and preserve the health, independence, and dignity of elderly patients, aligning with the mission, vision, and values of Petersburg Medical Center.
Responsibilities
Qualifications / Education / Experience
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing as a Registered Nurse.
Two (2) years of clinical nursing experience, with at least one (1) of those years in an acute care of skilled nursing facility. Preferably one (1) year of public health or home health experience.
Registered Nurse (RN) in the State of Alaska. Alaska state driver's license and insured personal vehicle required.
Working Conditions / Physical Requirements
Moderate to heaving lifting (no greater than 50 pounds), standing, walking and handling of clients, equipment and supplies. Work is primarily off-campus in the community and must have a high ability level to community effectively with manager, team and patients.
Environment
Variable. Client homes, Adult Day program location and other community locations as outlined by program needs.
Hazards
Moderate. May involve highway travel during hazardous weather conditions, management of behavior health patients, lifting and transferring of patients requiring hands-on support or with heavy care needs.
Employment Requirements