The Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium is a non-profit Tribal health organization designed to meet the unique health needs of Alaska Native and American Indian people living in Alaska. In partnership with the more than 171,000 Alaska Native and American Indian people that we serve and the Tribal health organizations of the Alaska Tribal Health System, ANTHC provides world-class health services, which include comprehensive medical services at the Alaska Native Medical Center, wellness programs, disease research and prevention, rural provider training and rural water and sanitation systems construction.
ANTHC is the largest, most comprehensive Tribal health organization in the United States, and Alaska’s second-largest health employer with more than 3,100 employees offering an array of health services to people around the nation’s largest state.
Our vision: Alaska Native people are the healthiest people in the world.
ANTHC offers a competitive and comprehensive Benefits Package for all Benefit Eligible Employees, which includes:
- Medical Insurance provided through the Federal Employee Health Benefits Program as a Tribal Employee, with over 20 plans and tiers.
- Cost-Share Dental and Vision Insurances
- Discounted Pet Insurance
- Retirement Contributions with Pre-Tax or Roth options into a 403(b).
- Retirement Match and Discretionary. ANTHC matches up to 5%, with a 3% discretionary contribution after one year of employment into a 401(a).
- Paid Time Off starts immediately, earning up to 6 hours per pay period, with paid time off accruals increasing based on years of service.
- Twelve Paid Holidays
- Paid Parental Leave or miscarriage/stillbirth eligibility after six months of employment
- Basic Short/Long Term Disability premiums, Accidental Death and Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance, and Basic Life Insurance are covered 100% by ANTHC, with additional options for Short-Term Disability Buy-Up Coverage and Voluntary Life for yourself and your family members.
- Flexible Spending Accounts for Healthcare and Dependent Care.
- Ancillary Cash Benefits for accident, hospital indemnity, and critical illness.
- On-Site Child Care Facility with expert-designed classrooms for early child development and preschool.
- Employee Assistance Program with support for grief, financial counseling, mental/emotional health, and discounted legal advice.
- Tuition Discounts for you and your eligible dependents at Alaska Pacific University.
- On-Site Training Courses and Professional Development Opportunities.
- License and certification reimbursements and occupational insurance for medical staff.
- Gym Access to Alaska Pacific University includes a salt water pool, rock climbing, workout gym, and steep discounts for outdoor equipment rentals.
- Emergency Travel Assistance
- Education Assistance or Education leave eligibility
- Discount program for travel, gym memberships, amusement parks, and more.
Visit us online at www.anthc.org or contact Recruitment directly at HRRecruiting@anthc.org.
Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium has a hiring preference for qualified Alaska Native and American Indian applicants pursuant to P.L. 93-638 Indian Self Determination Act.
Summary
Under general supervision, provides practical nursing services to accomplish the individual patient plan of care, and support the operations of the Alaska Native Tribal Health Consortium. Dependent on the responsibilities of the assigned clinic or department, the incumbent may serve patients at ANMC, employees, or other ANTHC clients.
Responsibilities
Administers general nursing care to patients in a hospital or clinic setting. Provides support for RN. Performs nursing procedures and prescribed medical treatments.
Observes and assesses patients' conditions and behavior; assures patient safety and stability; reports significant changes to RN or physician; records nursing notes on patient chart.
Gives first aid as needed. Interviews and observes patients to ascertain medical history and current condition; reviews patients’ records; takes vital signs, assesses current condition and pain level. Administers injections and medications. Performs a variety of medical tests and patient care treatments.
Reviews physician’s orders, develops and executes patient care plan, and reports progress and unusual occurrences. Records and reports all information within scope of authority. Provides medical case management according to specific program and physician guidelines.
Prepares patients for physician’s examination, and assists in examination and treatment of patient. Prepares room and equipment for use by Physicians; assures sterilization and cleanliness of instruments and the environment.
Maintains records, inventory and physical security of drugs and medical supplies; orders and requests supplies as needed. Performs simple laboratory work, and prepares specimens for laboratory; reviews laboratory tests results; notifies patients of test results, and physicians of critical lab values.
Collects and enters patient care data into patient charts and computer systems. Performs other administrative duties relevant to department of clinic responsibilities; receives, logs in and files a variety of reports, client charts, client interactions and other documents. Enters patient care information into computer system, and reviews for accuracy. Coordinates and arranges annual flu vaccinations.
Conducts health screenings to include health/occupational history and verification of immunization status. Provides follow-up for potential exposure to communicable and infectious diseases. Provides medical case management according to specific program and physician guidelines.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Other Information
KNOWLEDGE and SKILLS
- Knowledge of modern nursing principles, techniques, and procedures for the care of employees.
- Knowledge of medical terminology, anatomy, physiology and concepts of disease.
- Knowledge of Alaskan culture.
- Skill in providing effective nursing care.
- Skilled in excellent customer service.
- Skilled in providing first aid and cardio pulmonary resuscitation.
- Skilled in assessing and prioritizing multiple requests by employees.
- Skill in operating a personal computer utilizing a variety of software applications.
MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATION
Complete an accredited LPN/LVN program.
Minimum Experience Qualification
Non-supervisory - None, although some departments may require more years of LPN experience based on particular needs of certain vacancies.
MINIMUM CERTIFICATION QUALIFICATION
- Current Practical Nurse (LPN) license in the State of Alaska.
- Current Basic Life Support card required.
Preferred Experience Qualification
Employee or Occupational Health experience.
