Job Description

Step into a pivotal ER nursing role with purpose in Cordova, Alaska, where your expertise can save lives, stabilize patients in moments of crisis, and guide families with confidence and compassion. As a Registered Nurse specializing in Emergency Room care, you’ll be on the front lines of acute care, performing rapid triage, initiating immediate interventions, and coordinating seamlessly with physicians, techs, and support staff. You’ll assess, monitor, and reassess patients across a wide range of emergencies, from trauma and chest pain to neurological events and pediatrics, delivering evidence‑based care under pressure. Cordova sits amid breathtaking Alaska scenery—rugged coastlines, soaring peaks, glacier-fed waters, and abundant wildlife—offering a stunning backdrop to a demanding, fulfilling career. When you’re off shift, you can explore pristine trails, take in dramatic sunsets, or experience the unique rhythms of a remote Alaskan community, making this assignment as rewarding personally as it is professionally.

Location benefits: Working in Cordova means joining a close‑knit, patient‑focused ER that thrives on teamwork, clear communication, and continuous learning. You’ll gain diverse clinical exposure, adapting quickly to evolving patient needs and collaborating with a seasoned medical team that values your judgment and initiative. The experience in a remote Alaskan setting sharpens problem‑solving skills, fosters resilience, and builds a deep sense of professional accomplishment. Beyond Cordova, you’ll also have the opportunity to work in various locations across the U.S., opening doors to new environments—from bustling urban centers to serene rural facilities—each placement enriching your clinical repertoire and expanding your professional network. These opportunities come with practical benefits like robust housing assistance, relocation support, and the chance to immerse yourself in local culture and natural beauty whenever you’re not on shift, making every assignment a well‑rounded career chapter.

Role specifics and benefits: In this ER RN role, you’ll perform essential duties with precision: rapid patient triage, comprehensive initial assessments, continuous monitoring of vital signs, IV expertise, medication administration, wound care, and assistance with procedures under physician direction. You’ll communicate clearly with patients and families, document thoroughly, and advocate for safe and efficient patient flow through the department. Your growth is prioritized through access to continuing education, certifications, and leadership pathways within emergency nursing, with opportunities to expand scope and take on extended shifts or additional responsibilities as your goals evolve. The compensation package is competitive and transparent: weekly pay ranging from $2,372 to $2,585, with guaranteed hours of 36. You’ll also receive a valuable sign‑on bonus, comprehensive housing assistance, and the potential for contract extensions that let you deepen your impact within the community and on your unit. Our program provides unwavering support, including 24/7 assistance as you travel with the company, streamlined credentialing help, and a dedicated clinical liaison to smooth onboarding, orientation, and every transition along the way.

Company values: Our organization is built on empowering nurses to advance their careers in a supportive, collaborative environment. We invest in your development with mentorship, continuing education, and leadership opportunities that align with your professional ambitions. You’ll join a culture that prioritizes resilience, compassion, and clinical excellence, where your ideas are welcomed, your voice matters, and your well‑being is as important as patient outcomes. By fostering open communication, interdisciplinary teamwork, and ongoing skills enhancement, we help you grow from a skilled clinician into a trusted leader within emergency care.

Call to action: If you’re ready to bring expert ER care to patients in Alaska while expanding your horizons across the country, apply now. This is your chance to join a dynamic, values‑driven team that respects your contribution, supports your goals, and helps you thrive as both clinician and person. Start date is 12/01/2025, with assignments designed to fit your preferences and guaranteed hours to support your planning. Embrace the adventure, the impact, and the professional growth that awaits in this extraordinary ER nursing opportunity.

Please note: The hours and pay rates listed are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and guaranteed hours will be confirmed during the hiring process.

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TLC Nursing is a nationwide healthcare staffing agency that provides high-quality, dependable healthcare professionals to hospitals, long-term care facilities, clinics, and home health organizations across the United States. Built on the values of trust, reliability, integrity, and exceptional patient care, TLC Nursing has become a preferred partner for facilities looking for consistent and compassionate clinical support.

We place Registered Nurses (RNs), Licensed Practical Nurses (LPNs), Certified Nursing Assistants (CNAs), Allied Health professionals, Travel Healthcare Workers, and more. Through a people-first approach and deep industry expertise, we match the right clinicians to the right opportunities while supporting them throughout their entire assignment.

Shift Shield – Industry-Exclusive Protection

TLC Nursing is the only company in the healthcare staffing industry to offer Shift Shield — a program designed to protect clinicians from preventable assignment disruptions and ensure they are compensated fairly when facilities cancel shifts unexpectedly.

Shift Shield provides:

• Guaranteed compensation for last-minute or preventable facility-driven cancellations
• Protection against income loss, giving clinicians peace of mind
• A consistent and fair work experience, unmatched by competitors
• Increased transparency between TLC Nursing, clinicians, and facilities

This unique program demonstrates TLC Nursing’s commitment to putting healthcare workers first and creating a more stable, predictable staffing experience.

Why Healthcare Professionals and Facilities Choose TLC Nursing

✓ Proven Industry Expertise

More than two decades of staffing experience with a strong understanding of travel contracts, compliance, credentialing, and rapid deployment.

✓ Highest Standards of Quality & Compliance

We follow rigorous screening processes to ensure each clinician meets all state, federal, and facility-specific requirements.

✓ Premium Support for Clinicians

Dedicated recruiters, 24/7 availability, and a supportive approach that focuses on communication, transparency, and long-term relationships.

✓ Nationwide Coverage

Staffing solutions in all 50 states, including travel contracts, per-diem, local contracts, permanent placements, and crisis response.

Mission Statement

To enhance the delivery of patient care by connecting exceptional healthcare professionals with the facilities that need them most — while providing unmatched support, protection, and reliability through programs like Shift Shield.

Next Steps

Thank you for choosing TLC Nursing for your next travel assignment. Let's expedite your submission to the job of your liking by completing your professional profile on our iTraveler app. We invite you to download our iTraveler app from the App Store or Google Play to simplify your travel nursing journey. The iTraveler app streamlines your experience, providing access to job listings, schedules, and important updates at your fingertips. Stay connected with TLC Nursing and take control of your healthcare career with the iTraveler app. We highly recommend our applicants install the iTraveler app along with completing their professional profile and uploading the following documents:

• Resume
• Active BLS
• COVID Vaccination Card
• Two Professional References
• Skills checklist
• Your Professional License

Did you know you can earn up to $1000 per referral? You DO NOT need to be an employee of TLC Nursing to earn this $$$. You can track each of your referrals and get paid out with Visa Gift Cards once your referral meets our requirements. Click Here to Get Started earning unlimited Referral BONUS!!! You DO NOT need to be a current or former employee of TLC Nursing to earn referral bonuses; EVERYONE Qualifies for this BONUS!!!

So, WHY choose to travel with TLC Nursing?

TLC Nursing is your destination for boutique healthcare jobs, whether it is Travel, Local, Per Diem, or Permanent Placement. TLC Nursing is your trusted career partner. We offer competitive compensation, comprehensive benefits, and a supportive work environment that fosters growth and development. At TLC Nursing, we're not just a staffing agency but a healthcare family dedicated to positively impacting our community. Join a dynamic team and become part of a caring community that values your skills, dedication, and contributions.

Why Join TLC Nursing?
TLC Nursing has the best and the highest-paying travel RN, travel LPN, and travel Allied jobs. Discover rewarding careers in travel nursing with TLC Nursing, a nurse-owned and operated travel nursing agency. Our wide range of job listings includes travel nursing jobs, travel allied jobs, travel RN jobs, and travel LPN jobs.

Competitive Compensation: Earn the best weekly rates on your assignment. We will beat any offer for the same open position.
Diverse Work Settings: You will experience diverse environments such as acute care, long-term care, schools, clinics, summer camps, and prisons.
Guaranteed Hours: Secure a consistent 36 or 40-hour workweek with opportunities for overtime.

Benefits:
Your Wellbeing Matters: Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance.
25K Life Insurance on day one!
401 (k) with a matching contribution.
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Immediate availability of Aflac for your purchase.
Stay Comfortable: Opt for our fully furnished housing, including utilities, or choose a housing stipend.
Unlimited referral bonus!
Access to unlimited continuing education units online.

We are proudly a Nurse-owned and operated travel nurse and travel healthcare staffing agency!

Vermont Business Magazine voted us The Best Staffing Agency in 2025, 2024, 2023, 2022, 2021, 2020, 2019, and 2017!

TLC Nursing provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation, and training.

Job Tags

Hourly pay, Weekly pay, Daily paid, Permanent employment, Contract work, Work experience placement, Summer work, Local area, Immediate start, Remote work, Relocation package, Free visa, Shift work,

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