RN: Behavioral Health Crisis Stabilization & Residential Care

Southcentral Foundation; Anchorage (AK); Hybrid; USD 88,000 - 117,000; Full time

Job summary

Southcentral Foundation in Anchorage, AK is seeking a Registered Nurse to support two new Crisis Programs: Crisis Stabilization (23 hours, 59 minutes) and Crisis Residential (7 days). The role emphasizes multidisciplinary care, medical and psychiatric evaluation, de-escalation, and care coordination to stabilize patients in behavioral health crises.

New hires must complete CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention with Advanced Physical Skills training and hold an Alaska RN license with BLS; additional

Qualifications

• RN licensed in Alaska.
• BLS certification required.
• ACLS, NRP, ATLS, ALSO and PALS as required for specialty.
• Experience in crisis care or primary care preferred.
• CPI Nonviolent Crisis Intervention with Advanced Physical Skills training upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Multidisciplinary team-based care.
• Medical and psychiatric evaluation and management.
• Support and follow legal requirements.
• De-escalation and crisis resolution.
• Engagement in milieu and care coordination.
• Understanding social determinants of health.

Skills

Crisis care

Team-based care

Crisis de-escalation

Cultural sensitivity

Education

RN license - Alaska

BLS

ACLS

NRP

ATLS

PALS

Tools

CPI training

Job description

Registered Nurse - Crisis Programs - Starting January 2027

Job Category: Nursing

Requisition Number: REGIS007116

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• Posted : September 17, 2026
• Full-Time

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Description

Hiring Range:

Hiring Range: $87,921.60 to $117,235.73

Summary of Job Responsibilities:

The Southcentral Foundation (SCF) is actively seeking registered nurses to become an integral part of a growing continuum of behavioral health care services. This posting is for two new Programs, Crisis Stabilization (23 hour, 59 min stay) is a short term, high intensity program that accepts walk ins and first responder drop offs for individuals experiencing a mental health crisis. Crisis Residential (7 day stay) is a voluntary and involuntary program for psychiatric stabilization. Responsibilities include multidisciplinary team-based care, medical and psychiatric evaluation and management, supporting and following legal requirements, de-escalation and crisis resolution, engagement in milieu, care coordination, and understanding of social determinants of health.

All employees for this position within the Crisis Stabilization and Crisis Residential program will be expected to successfully complete Crisis Prevention Institute (CPI) Nonviolent Crisis Intervention with Advanced Physical Skills training upon hire.

Qualifications:

SCF programs are established to serve a primary population comprised of Alaska Native people who are affiliated with Cook Inlet Region, Inc. (CIRI) and Alaska Native and American Indian people within SCF’s geographical service area. Employees should have a thorough understanding of the cultures and the needs of this population. Such knowledge is critical to ensure the achievement of SCF’s vision of a Native Community that enjoys physical, mental, emotional, and spiritual wellness, and mission of working together with the Native Community to achieve wellness through health and related services:

• Licensed in the State of Alaska as a Registered Nurse.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification is required. ACLS, NRP, ATLS, ALSO and PALS as required for specialty.

Preferred, but not required:

Experience working in primary care, emergency/crisis psychiatry, substance use disorder and/or withdrawal management. Experience in crisis de-escalation and trauma informed care.

Native Preference:

Under P.L. 93-638, as amended, the company pursues a policy of Native preference in hiring, contracting and training. SCF Human Resources must receive certification before applicants receive preference.

Employee Health Requirements:

To protect the health of customer-owners and employees, Southcentral Foundation (SCF) requires health screenings and immunizations for all new and current employees. SCF's philosophy of care is built on creating and maintaining trusting relationships with customer-owners, and a healthy workforce is an important part of that commitment.

Following SCF's Employee Health Procedure, including all required job-related health screenings and immunizations, is a condition of employment. The procedure is based on the latest scientific evidence and recommendations from public health experts.

New employees must complete all required health screenings and immunizations before their first day of work. Current employees must complete any additional screenings or immunizations that become necessary due to workplace conditions, public health concerns, or newly available vaccines that help protect coworkers and the community.

Qualifications

Licenses & Certifications

Required

Registered Nurse

BCU Approval

ICPA Approval

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