Travel Labor and Delivery RN

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

• Specialty:
  Labor and Delivery
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  08/24/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  48 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Aug 24, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a high-risk Labor & Delivery position at a Magnet-designated, Level II Trauma hospital in Alaska, requiring an active AK RN license and AWHONN certifications.

• High-risk Labor & Delivery unit at a 407-bed Magnet-designated, Level II Trauma, acute care hospital in Alaska
• Unit includes 10 OB Triage rooms, 10 LDR rooms, 3 OR suites, and 4 PACU rooms
• Average of 7 deliveries per day, with capacity for up to 14 patients including inductions and high-risk antepartum cases
• OB Triage averages 4–5 third trimester testing patients plus daily triage volume
• Patient populations include high-risk antepartum, labor and delivery, OB triage, and postpartum/couplet care
• Night shift, 4x12-hour shifts (19:00–07:30)
• Every other weekend required
• No on-call required
• Floating to like/affiliate units may be required to meet facility needs
• Block scheduling is not available
• Charting via Epic (experience required)
• Scrubs are provided by the facility
• Free parking on-site

• Active Alaska RN license currently in hand
• Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, NRP, AWHONN Intermediate, and AWHONN Advanced
• Minimum 1 year of L&D nursing experience required
• Epic EMR experience required
• Proficiency in L&D skills including labor management, fetal monitoring (external and internal), IUPC placement, amnioinfusion, C-section circulating and recovery, and vaginal delivery assistance
• Experience with high-risk medications including Pitocin, Magnesium Sulfate, insulin drips, antihypertensives, and Terbutaline
• Experience with antepartum care, OB triage, postpartum care, and neonatal resuscitation
• Candidates must reside more than 50 miles from the facility to be eligible
• 2 supervisory references covering at least 1 year of employment within the last 3 years in a comparable specialty required for consideration
• SSN and DOB required for consideration
• Hepatitis B vaccination required (titers and declinations are not accepted)

• Charge nurse experience is preferred; facility is willing to train candidates willing to take on charge responsibilities
• Teaching hospital experience is preferred
• Responsibilities include full scope L&D nursing: triage, induction management, vaginal and cesarean deliveries, postpartum hemorrhage response, antepartum monitoring, neonatal resuscitation, and couplet care
• All travelers are expected to float between facilities within the state; refusal to float may result in assignment termination
• Must be willing to work 2 out of 3 major holidays:
  Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day
• RTO must be submitted at time of consideration and is approved on an individual basis
• Former permanent staff must have been separated from the Providence health system for a minimum of 3 months before returning as a traveler
• Travelers may work a maximum of 1 calendar year before being required to take at least a 6-month break before returning to the same facility
• Local candidates are not accepted; candidate's permanent address must be at least 50 miles from the facility
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• 13-week contract

American Traveler Job  #P-734779. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title:
Travel RN - Labor & Delivery

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.