Travel Labor and Delivery RN - $2,408 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Anchorage, Alaska.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Labor and Delivery
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 07/06/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jul 6, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a high-risk Labor & Delivery position in Alaska, requiring 2 years of L&D experience and an AK RN license.

Details

• 13-week assignment at a 407-bed Magnet-designated, Level II Trauma, acute care hospital recognized as a USNWR Best Hospital in Alaska
• High-risk Labor & Delivery unit featuring 10 OB Triage rooms, 10 LDR rooms, 3 OR suites, and 4 PACU rooms
• Average of 7 deliveries per day with up to 14 patients including inductions and high-risk antepartum cases; OB Triage serves 4–5 third-trimester testing patients plus daily triage influx
• OB Triage/Testing ratio: 5–10 patients; L&D/Antepartum ratio: 7–14 patients
• 3x12-hour shifts; most likely straight nights (19:00–07:30), with possible schedule flip every 4 weeks if day coverage is needed (07:00–19:30)
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call required
• Floating to like units within the state may be required to meet facility needs
• Block scheduling is not available
• Charting via Epic (experience required)

Requirements

• Active Alaska RN license required; pending license accepted, but AK RN license must be in hand prior to offer — applicants must be able to complete the AK RN license application (including fingerprints, application fee, and submission) within 48 hours of signing
• Minimum 2 years of L&D RN experience required
• Required certifications: BLS, ACLS, AWHONN Intermediate and Advanced Fetal Monitoring, and NRP
• Charge nurse experience preferred; facility is willing to train
• Epic EMR experience required
• Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility to be eligible for this position
• Minimum of 2 supervisory references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years in a comparable specialty/setting required for consideration
• SSN and DOB required for consideration

Additional Information

• Scrubs are provided by the facility
• Parking is free
• Travelers are expected to float between all facilities within the state; refusal to float may result in assignment termination
• Former permanent staff must wait at least 3 months before returning as a traveler and must reside more than 50 miles from the facility
• All requested time off must be disclosed upfront; RTO is approved on an individual basis and post-offer requests may be denied
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply

American Traveler Job ID #P-713358. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Labor & Delivery

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.