Cross Country Nurses 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: 10/19/2026
- Duration: 26 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary:
Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse (RN) position available in a magnet-designated facility located in Alaska. The role involves providing specialized obstetric care within a high-risk antepartum unit, supporting both routine and emergent obstetrical cases. The assignment begins on 10/19/2026 and runs through 04/19/2027, with an emphasis on delivering quality patient care and collaboratng with interdisciplinary teams.
Job Details:
- Shift: Nights, 12-hour shifts
- Schedule: 36 hours per week minimum
- Required Qualifications: Valid Alaska Registered Nurse (RN) license in hand, BLS (Basic Life Support), ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support), AWHONN Intermediate and Advanced certification, Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP); at least 0 years of recent obstetric nursing experience; minimum one year preferred; experience with obstetric assessments, high-risk antepartum, and labor and delivery procedures; charting experience required using Epic system.
- Preferred Qualifications: Charge nurse experience or willingness to train as charge; experience with high-risk obstetric cases, sterile speculum exams, and obstetric emergencies such as postpartum hemorrhage or pre-eclampsia.
- Additional Information: The unit manages an average of 7 daily deliveries with peaks up to 14, including inductions and high-risk cases. Candidates should be comfortable floating within scope to similar units if needed. No on-call required; every other weekend work expected. Candidates must have a valid license in hand for automatic offer; pending licenses accepted but must be available at start. Must be willing to work on major holidays, with two out of three (Thanksgiving, Christmas, New Year). Employment is region-specific, with a 50-mile radius requirement. References covering at least one year within the last three years are required.
- Schedule: Night shifts, 12 hours each, a minimum of 36 hours per week from 10/19/2026 to 04/19/2027.
Benefits
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Cross Country Job ID . 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: Registered Nurse / Labor And Delivery Department
About Cross Country Nurses
You care for others - we're here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It's about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we're with you every step of the way. Let's build your best life - one assignment at a time.
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
