What are the responsibilities and job description for the Travel Labor and Delivery RN - $2,408 per week position at American Traveler?
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Labor and Delivery for a travel nursing job in Anchorage, Alaska.
Job Description & Requirements- Specialty: Labor and Delivery
- Discipline: RN
- Start Date: 06/29/2026
- 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: Jun 29, 2026
- Length: 13 weeks
- Openings: 1
American Traveler is seeking an experienced RN for a high-risk Labor & Delivery position in Alaska, requiring an AK RN license and AWHONN certifications with night shift scheduling.
Details- Work in a high-risk Labor & Delivery unit at a 407-bed acute care Magnet facility and USNWR Best Hospital in Alaska
- Unit includes 10 OB Triage rooms, 10 LDR rooms, 3 OR suites, and 4 PACU rooms
- Patient population includes high-risk antepartum, inductions, and OB triage — averaging 7 deliveries per day with up to 14 patients on high-volume days
- OB Triage averages 4–5 third-trimester testing patients plus daily triage volume
- Night shift: 3x12-hour shifts (19:00–07:30)
- Every other weekend required
- Floating to like OB units may be required to meet facility needs
- No on-call required
- Charting is done in Epic
- Block scheduling is not available
- Free parking on-site
- Scrubs are provided by the facility
- Active Alaska (AK) RN license required; pending license accepted, but license must be in hand prior to offer
- Candidates with a pending AK license must be able to complete the application process (including fingerprints, application fee, and submission) within 48 hours of signing
- Current certifications required: BLS, ACLS, AWHONN Intermediate, AWHONN Advanced, and NRP
- Minimum 2 years of L&D RN experience required
- Epic EMR experience required
- Charge nurse experience preferred; facility is willing to train as charge
- At least 2 supervisory references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years in a comparable specialty/setting required for consideration
- SSN and DOB required for consideration
- Candidates must reside at least 50 miles from the facility to be eligible
- First-time travelers are welcome to apply
- Former permanent staff must wait at least 3 months before returning as a traveler and must reside more than 50 miles from the facility
- All travelers are expected to float between facilities within the state; refusal to float may result in assignment termination
- RTO is approved on an individual basis and must be disclosed upfront — any scheduling requests made after submission or offer may be denied
- Level II Trauma and Magnet-designated facility
American Traveler Job ID #P-713356. 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
About American TravelerWith 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.
Salary : $2,408