Travel Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse - $3,235 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Ketchikan, Alaska.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Labor and Delivery
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/21/2026
• Duration: 26 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:
Labor and Delivery Nurse in Alaska this position involves providing professional nursing direct patient care within the labor and delivery department. The role emphasizes a collaborative, interdisciplinary approach to support patients through labor, delivery, and postpartum care, following established standards and policies.

Job Details:

• Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Required Qualifications: 2 years of experience in labor and delivery, current BLS (Basic Life Support), ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), AWHONN Intermediate, NRP (Neonatal Resuscitation Program) certifications, and a pending license accepted.
• Preferred Qualifications: Experience with electronic fetal monitoring, obstetric procedures (e.g., cesarean, vaginal delivery), neonatal assessment, and related clinical skills such as administering blood products, epidural management, and newborn care.
• Float: Float rotation may be required up to 3 times per month, assisting with hands-on tasks, camera watching, or CNA-type work.
• Additional Information: The role involves assessing, planning, and evaluating patient care needs, documenting accurately, and delegating tasks appropriately. The department supports neonates, adolescents, infants, and adults, with a daily census of 1-4 patients. The unit is equipped with specialized equipment including fetal monitors, radiant warmers, and labor beds.

Benefits:
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance
• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
• Competitive salaries
• Referral bonuses
• Travel reimbursement
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Direct deposit/free checking
• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1300029. 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: Registered Nurse / Labor And Delivery Department

About Cross Country Nurses

You care for others — we're here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It's about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we're with you every step of the way. Let's build your best life — one assignment at a time.

Benefits

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus