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
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, nights
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Aug 24, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a travel RN for a high-risk Labor & Delivery position 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 features 10 OB Triage rooms, 10 LDR rooms, 3 OR suites, and 4 PACU rooms
• Averages approximately 7 deliveries per day with up to 14 patients including inductions and high-risk antepartum cases
• OB Triage averages 4–5 third trimester testing patients plus daily triage patient volume
• Patient population includes labor & delivery, antepartum, high-risk antepartum, and mother/baby
• Facility delivers approximately 100–200 births per month
• Night shift, 3x12-hour shifts (19:00–07:30); position is most likely straight nights, but schedule may flip every 4 weeks if day coverage is needed
• Every other weekend required
• Floating within the unit or to like units may be required; travelers are also expected to float between affiliate facilities within the state
• No on-call required
• 13-week contract
• Charting system:
  Epic (required)
• Scrubs are provided by the facility
• Free parking on-site

• Active Alaska (AK) RN license required; pending license applicants may be considered, but license must be in hand prior to offer
• Required certifications: 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, amnioinfusion, circulating/scrubbing/recovering C-sections, sterile vaginal exams, and fetal monitoring (external and internal)
• Experience with antepartum care, OB triage, postpartum care, and neonatal resuscitation required
• Hepatitis B vaccination required; titers and declinations are not accepted
• 2 supervisory references covering at least 1 year of experience within the last 3 years in a comparable specialty are required for consideration
• Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility to be eligible; local candidates are not accepted

• Responsibilities include managing high-risk laboring and antepartum patients, assisting with vaginal and cesarean deliveries, OB triage, postpartum care, neonatal resuscitation, and couplet care
• Charge nurse experience is preferred; facility is willing to train for charge responsibilities
• Teaching hospital experience preferred
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Former permanent staff of this health system must have been separated for a minimum of 3 months before returning as a traveler
• Travelers may work a maximum of 1 calendar year at this facility before a minimum 6-month break is required before returning
• Holiday coverage required: candidates must be willing to work 2 out of 3 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, and New Year's Day)
• All requested time off must be disclosed and approved at the time of offer; RTO is approved on an individual basis
• Housing options in the area may be limited; candidates are encouraged to research accommodations early

American Traveler Job  #P-734778. 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

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.