Travel MS​/Telemetry RN - $2,192 per week

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Anchorage, Alaska.

• Specialty:
  Med Surg / Telemetry
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  09/14/2026
• 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:
  
  Sep 14, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is seeking an RN for a Med/Surg Tele position requiring an active AK RN license, BLS certification, and at least 1 year of relevant experience.

• Acute hospital setting on a Med/Surg Tele (MS/Tele) unit
• Unit utilizes a Co-Care/Virtual Nursing Model with 1 bedside RN, 1 virtual RN, and 1 CNA per patient
• Bedside RN and CNA patient ratios are 1:6
• Surgical patient population includes colorectal, urological, gynecological, vascular, EENT, and wound cases
• Medical patient population includes cancer-related diagnoses, lung and heart disease, diabetes, dementia, and substance use disorder
• Night shift schedule, 3x12-hour shifts from 19:00 to 07:30
• Weekend coverage required, potentially more frequent than every other weekend based on staffing needs
• No on-call requirements
• Floating to like units within scope required to meet facility needs
• Epic EMR system used for charting

• Active AK RN license required, license pending applications accepted but must be in hand for auto offer
• Current BLS certification required
• Minimum of 1 year of relevant nursing experience required
• Patient ratio experience of 1:5-6 required
• Epic charting experience required
• Skills required include cardiac monitoring, emergency response, interpretation and management of dysrhythmias, use of Rapid Response/Code teams, IV therapy/phlebotomy, peripheral line care, respiratory support including nasal cannula and oxygen administration, non-invasive airway management, and isolation precautions/PPE
• Full SSN and DOB required for consideration
• Two supervisory references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years in a comparable specialty/setting required

• Facility is a Magnet-designated, Level II Trauma hospital recognized as a USNWR Best Hospital in Alaska with 407 staffed beds
• Provide direct patient care within the Co-Care/Virtual Nursing Model, collaborating with virtual RN and CNA support
• Scrubs are provided by the facility
• Parking is free
• Candidates must commit to working 3 of the 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)
• All requested time off must be submitted upfront during the application process, as post-offer time off requests may not be accommodated
• Travelers may be required to float between sister facilities near the contracted location
• First-time travelers are accepted for this position
• Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility to be considered for the travel position
• Former permanent staff must wait at least 3 months before returning as a traveler and must reside more than 50 miles from the facility

American Traveler Job  #P-743786. 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 - Med/Surg Tele

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.