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Job description
American Traveler is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Anchorage, Alaska.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 10/19/2026
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: Oct 19, 2026
Length: 13 weeks
Openings: 1
Description
American Traveler is hiring a Med/Surg Tele RN for a night shift position at a Level II Trauma, Magnet-designated hospital, requiring at least 1 year of experience and an active AK RN license.
Details
Work on a Med/Surg/Tele unit utilizing 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 population includes colorectal, urological, gynecological, vascular, EENT, and wound patients
Medical population includes cancer, lung, heart disease, diabetes, dementia, and substance use disorder patients
Night shift schedule with 3x12 or 4x12 hour shifts, traveler's choice
Weekend coverage required, potentially more frequent than every other weekend based on staffing needs
No on-call requirements
May float within scope to like units and sister facilities as needed
Epic charting system used
Requirements
Active AK RN license required, license in hand needed for auto offer (pending license accepted with conditions)
BLS certification required
Minimum 1 year of RN experience required
Patient ratio experience of 1:5-6 required
Epic charting experience required
2 references covering 1 year of employment within the last 3 years, including charge RNs/leads where applicable
Full SSN and DOB required for consideration
Additional Information
Provide cardiac monitoring, dysrhythmia interpretation and management, and emergency response including Rapid Response/Code team activation
Perform IV therapy, phlebotomy, and peripheral line care/management
Administer respiratory support including nasal cannula, oxygen administration, and non-invasive airway management
Follow isolation precautions and PPE protocols
Level II Trauma, Magnet-designated acute care hospital recognized as a USNWR Best Hospital in Alaska
Scrubs provided by facility
Free parking available
Must commit to working 3 of 5 major holidays (Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, Christmas Day, New Year's Eve, New Year's Day)
All RTO requests must be submitted upfront prior to offer; post-offer RTO may not be accommodated
First-time travelers are accepted for this role
Former permanent staff may return as travelers after a 3-month waiting period
Local candidates not accepted; permanent address must be at least 50 miles from the facility
Candidates must disclose any prior work history with Providence facilities as permanent, travel, or registry/per-diem staff
American Traveler Job ID #P- . 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 Tele
About American Traveler
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.
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Worksite address
anchorage, AK, 99507, US
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