Travel LTC Registered Nurse - $3,164 per week

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

• Specialty: Long Term Care
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 06/23/2026
• Duration: 26 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, nights
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Nights, 4x12hrs
• Hours: 48 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Jun 23, 2026
• Length: 26 weeks
• Openings: 1

American Traveler is hiring an experienced travel RN for a Long Term Care (LTC) position in Seward, Alaska, requiring previous travel experience and an active AK RN license in hand.

• Long Term Care (LTC) facility with 40 staffed beds
• Patient ratio of 1:20
• 4x12-hour shifts, variable Days or Nights (7:00–19:30 or 19:00–7:30) — shift assignment is based on facility needs at time of start; travelers are not typically asked to rotate between day and night shifts
• Traveler's choice of 13- or 26-week contract length
• Floating within scope to other facilities within the state is required
• No on-call requirements
• Block schedules are not available
• Charting system: ECS
• Free parking on site

• Active Alaska (AK) RN license currently in hand — pending licenses are not accepted
• Current BLS certification required
• Minimum 1 year of LTC nursing experience required
• Previous travel nursing experience required — first-time travelers will not be considered
• Valid driver's license and proof of personal vehicle insurance (including rental car coverage) required to operate the facility-provided vehicle

• Must provide at least 2 supervisory references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years in a comparable specialty or setting
• SSN and DOB required for consideration
• Candidates must permanently reside at least 50 miles from the facility — local candidates are not accepted
• Former permanent staff must wait at least 3 months before returning as a traveler and must also meet the 50-mile radius requirement
• All RTO requests must be submitted at time of consideration; RTO will not be approved if requested after an offer is extended or a contract is signed
• For a 26-week contract, no more than 2 weeks of RTO will be considered
• Traveler must be willing to work at least 2 of the 3 major winter holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year's); willingness to work all holidays is preferred
• All travelers are required to obtain the Alaska Food Worker Certification, which is completed during on-site orientation — a one-time $10 fee applies
• The facility arranges a vehicle for traveler use around town (within a 30-mile radius); vehicle is available starting no earlier than 72 hours before contract start and must be returned within 24 hours of contract end
• The vehicle must be returned clean and with a full tank of gas; only the traveler is authorized to operate it
• Scrubs: any color accepted

American Traveler Job ID #P-712513. 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 - 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.