Travel Long Term Care RN

American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Long Term Care (LTC) Long Term Care for a travel nursing job in Ketchikan, Alaska.

• Specialty:
  Long Term Care
• Discipline:
  RN
• Start Date:
  
  11/30/2026
• Duration:
  13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, rotating
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Rotating, 3x12hrs
• Hours:
  
  36 hrs/wk
• Start Date:
  
  Nov 30, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring a Registered Nurse for a Long Term Care position requiring an active AK RN license and prior SNF or LTC experience.

• Long Term Care unit within a nonprofit, critical access, Level IV Trauma Center hospital
• Patient population includes CVA, dementia, RA, Afib, hip fracture, Parkinson's, BKA, pneumonia, COPD, and Huntington's disease diagnoses
• Patient ratios are 8:1 on days and 13:1 on nights
• 3x12 variable shift schedule, days ) or nights ), based on unit need
• Uses Epic charting system
• Common equipment includes Hoyer lift, SARA lift, tube feeding pump, and IV pump
• Floating within scope required to meet facility needs
• Scrubs provided for LTC positions (blue)
• Free parking available

• Active AK RN license required
• Current BLS certification required
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required, preferably in SNF, LTC, med/surg, or home health
• Prior acute care experience helpful for starting in this unit
• 1 year of Epic experience preferred
• Prior travel nursing experience preferred
• Experience with lift/transfer devices, wound care, and PICC lines
• Experience with skin assessment, pressure ulcer prevention, and dressing changes
• Two professional references required, including at least one supervisor reference
• SSN and DOB required for consideration

• Provide nursing care to a long term care patient population with neurological, orthopedic, and chronic disease needs
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply
• Local candidates are not accepted; local radius is within 60 miles of the facility
• Candidates may be required to work one recognized holiday if present at the facility during more than one
• Previous employees of the health system must be separated for at least 1 year before returning as a traveler
• Candidates with more than one DUI are not eligible for consideration
• Candidates without an active AK license may still be considered but must be booked 10-12 weeks in advance

American Traveler Job  #P-778547. 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:
Travel RN
- Med/Surg
- Long Term Care

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.