Travel Labor and Delivery RN - $3,258 per week

Thrive Staffing is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Sitka, Alaska.

Job Description & Requirements

• Specialty: Labor and Delivery
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 11/23/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Registered Nurse (RN) - Labor & Delivery

Shift Information

The position is for night shifts from 7 pm to 7 am, with varying nights of the week.

Minimum Experience Required

Two years of nursing experience is required.

Holiday Coverage

Holiday coverage is required for this position.

Certifications & Requirements

• Current Alaska RN License at the time of submission.
• Flu vaccination must be obtained.
• ICPA background check is required. Fingerprint cards must be sent to Juneau within one week of accepting the offer.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification required.
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification required.
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification required.
• Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) certification required.

Position Overview

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides professional nursing care across the lifespan in accordance with organizational standards, policies, and evidence-based practice. The RN utilizes the nursing process to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care, delivering high-quality, culturally sensitive, and patient-centered services. The RN collaborates with providers and interdisciplinary teams to promote optimal patient outcomes, safety, and a positive patient experience.

Role Responsibilities Patient Care

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments and develop individualized plans of care.
• Implement and evaluate nursing interventions and monitor patient responses.
• Administer medications and treatments safely and accurately per provider orders and policy.
• Identify changes in patient condition and initiate appropriate interventions or escalate care as needed.
• Provide patient and family education regarding care, medications, and discharge needs.

Nursing Judgment & Clinical Decision-Making

• Perform and interpret comprehensive assessments; recognize significant changes in patient condition requiring intervention or provider notification.
• Exercise independent nursing judgment in determining appropriate actions, interventions, and priorities.
• Develop, implement, evaluate, and revise individualized nursing plans based on patient needs and clinical circumstances.
• Integrate clinical findings with ethical principles and regulatory requirements when making nursing decisions.
• Accept accountability for nursing decisions and outcomes in accordance with relevant statutes and organizational policy.

Care Coordination & Documentation

• Collaborate with providers and team members to coordinate patient care.
• Facilitate referrals and ensure continuity of services.
• Document assessments, interventions, and outcomes accurately and timely.
• Advocate for patient care and assist patients in navigating the healthcare system.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

• Practice within nursing scope and adhere to safety and infection prevention requirements.
• Participate in quality improvement activities.
• Maintain required competencies and certifications.
• Report adverse events and unsafe conditions as per policy.

Teamwork & Professional Practice

• Display professionalism, accountability, flexibility, and teamwork.
• Provide guidance and delegation to ancillary staff.
• Support orientation, mentoring, and education of staff and peers.
• Float to other departments or assignments as needed.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in Nursing from an accredited program.
• Current, unrestricted Registered Nurse license in the State of Alaska or other U.S. state required.
• Clinical competency required within 3 months and every 3 years.
• High-Risk Competency required within 3 months and annually thereafter.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Understanding of nursing principles, evidence-based practice, and medication safety.
• Strong clinical judgment, organization, prioritization, and communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
• Proficient with electronic health records and clinical systems

Thrive Staffing Job ID #19410826. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN:Labor/Delivery (L&D),19:00:00-07:00:00

About Thrive Staffing

At the heart of Thrive Staffing is our mission to support healthcare professionals in their career journey. We strive to build strong, personal relationships with our candidates, fostering work environments for the common good that values individual autonomy, encourages personal expression, and removes career obstacles. We're not just looking for employees—we're looking for partners in our mission to transform healthcare staffing. Our ideal candidate is someone who shares our vision of improving lives and impacting the world in a positive way. If you're a healthcare professional looking to take the next step in your career, we're here to help you thrive through health care staffing that understands you and puts prominence on enabling your professional potential.