Travel Registered Nurse L&D Job

Job Description

Job Description

Overview
Labor & Delivery RN (L&D) in Kodiak, Alaska. This travel assignment is a hospital-based role starting 08/24/2026, for weeks, on a 3x12 rotating shift. Weekly pay ranges from $2,224 to $2,264 per week, with guaranteed hours of 60 hours per 2 weeks (note: traveler may be called off for one 12-hour shift every 2 weeks). The setting is an acute care hospital with Labor & Delivery (LDRP) services, offering travel–temporary assignment stability and on-site housing/vehicle options.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,224–$2,264 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 60 hours per 2 weeks
- Start date: 08/24/2026
- Shift: 3x12 rotating
- Unit: Labor & Delivery (LDRP) in an acute care hospital
- Housing/vehicle: Provided for assignment use (traveler only)

Responsibilities
- Deliver direct obstetric nursing care across the LDRP unit, including management of vaginal and cesarean deliveries
- Monitor fetal status with external fetal monitoring; recognize and respond to abnormal fetal heart rate patterns
- Assess and provide newborn care, resuscitation as needed, and administer couplet care and parent education
- Manage postpartum care, including postpartum hemorrhage precautions and magnesium sulfate/oxytocin administration as indicated
- Maintain IV/infusion pump management, epidural care, neonatal thermoregulation, and adherence to Epic-based documentation
- Collaborate with PT, respiratory therapy, radiology, social services, pharmacy, and unit secretary; float within scope to meet facility needs
- Uphold patient safety, infection control, and evidence-based obstetric practices; participate in on-unit start/finish-of-shift handoffs

Requirements
- Licensure: Active RN license (Alaska) required; pending licenses not accepted
- Certifications: ACLS, BLS, NRP, AWHONN Intermediate required
- Experience: Minimum 1 year of labor & delivery experience
- Vaccines: Hep B vaccine required; COVID-19 vaccine not required
- Other: Ability to work in an LDRP unit and to float within scope; Epic charting experience preferred
- References: 2 professional references covering the last 3 years

Benefits and Support
- Housing provided for assignment use; vehicle provided for assignment use
- Pre-start onboarding modules (approx. 16 hours) and credentialing support
- On-site parking and traveler-friendly housing policies; specific terms apply
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support; dedicated assignment support throughout the shift
- Holiday coverage: Willingness to work 2 of the 3 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year)
- Compliance and onboarding assistance to meet facility requirements

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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
• Flexible assignment locations
• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.

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