Location - Sitka, AS
Pay Range - $87,000 to $100,000 Yearly
Actively manage assigned SEARHC patient panels
Collaborate with medical providers and interdisciplinary teams to establish individualized care goals
Coordinate multidisciplinary care conferences for high-risk and complex patients
Manage acute, chronic, and preventive care needs through EHR reminders and outreach
Participate in case management reviews for high-need patients
Advocate for patients and families, supporting independence, self-care, and informed decision-making
Utilize problem-solving and anticipatory skills to meet patient and provider needs efficiently
Coordinate patient referrals within SEARHC and external facilities
Track referral progress and outcomes, providing status updates to providers
Serve as primary liaison for case managers and discharge coordinators
Ensure referral records are received and available for provider review
Identify and resolve delays or barriers to care
Improve referral coordination processes proactively
Perform staff nursing duties in clinic settings, including:
Patient assessment
Documentation
Education
Medication and therapy administration
Participate in triage and respond to emergency situations
Maintain annual competencies, including safety and infection control
Promote a clean, safe, and well-supplied clinical environment
Report defective equipment and safety hazards
Adhere strictly to infection control policies
Build collaborative relationships across departments and teams
Participate in clinic, department, and quality improvement initiatives
Serve as a clinical leader among pod staff, nursing staff, and unit coordinators
Support ongoing development of the primary care case management role
Complete special projects and other duties as assigned
Manage specialty clinic referrals and waitlists
Review referrals for completeness and appropriateness
Coordinate required labs and diagnostics prior to appointments
Schedule patients based on clinical priority
Coordinate clinic dates and provider availability with outside facilities
Track referral outcomes and provide status reports to providers
Serve as primary nurse for specialty clinics, providing:
Assessment
Documentation
Education
Medication and therapy administration
Prepare clinic spaces and assist with procedures (e.g., colposcopy, cystoscopy)
Support specialty clinic educational in-services
Serve as primary case manager for OB patients
Manage intake, tracking, education, and outreach
Coordinate care with primary care providers and case managers
Track postpartum care and newborn immunizations
Coordinate Video Teleconferencing (VTC) visits with Alaska Native Medical Center specialists
Serve as nursing support for telehealth visits
Coordinate Exercise Treadmill Test (ETT) referrals and scheduling with Bartlett and SEARHC providers
Graduate of an accredited school of nursing (Bachelor’s degree preferred)
Current unrestricted Registered Nurse license (Alaska or other U.S. state)
Direct hires must apply for Alaska RN license prior to start
Agency staff must hold an active Alaska RN license
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required
National Case Management certification preferred
High school diploma or equivalent required
Clinical Competency required within 3 months of hire and every 3 years
One of the following:
1 year general nursing experience plus 6 months as a clinical nurse at a SEARHC outpatient clinic
2 years general nursing experience with at least 1 year in an ambulatory setting
1 year of case management experience
Knowledge of SEARHC and Alaska tribal health services
Strong understanding of the nursing process
Customer service-focused approach
Knowledge of safety and infection control principles
Strong assessment, data collection, and anticipatory skills
Proficiency with computers and medical equipment
Effective oral and written communication skills
Ability to multitask and work independently in a fast-paced environment
Strong problem-solving and conflict-resolution skills
Ability to anticipate needs and seek assistance when appropriate
Ability to stand, bend, stoop, climb, and lift up to 50 lbs
Ability to follow complex directions and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
Practice nursing using evidence-based models and shared governance
Frequent standing, walking, sitting, and use of hands
Occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 lbs
For more details reach at jmckenzie@navitashealth.com
About Navitas Healthcare, LLC: It is a certified WBENC and one of the fastest-growing healthcare staffing firms in the US providing Medical, Clinical and Non-Clinical services to numerous hospitals. We offer the most competitive pay for every position we cater. We understand this is a partnership. You will not be blindsided and your salary will be discussed upfront.