NICU RN
Bethel, AK
American Traveler
3x12 hrs, Flexible

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Variable, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 15, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 2

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for a NICU position requiring an active AK RN license and prior OB experience.

Details

• NICU/Neonatal ICU unit within a hospital setting
• Cares for patients ranging from birth through elderly
• Rotating day and night shift schedule
• 13-week assignment
• 32 guaranteed hours per week
• Works alongside unit secretaries and OB techs under charge nurse collaboration

Requirements

• Active AK RN license required
• Minimum 2 years of nursing experience required
• 1-2 years of recent OB experience preferred
• Associate Degree in Nursing required, BSN preferred
• Current BLS, NRP, and Fetal Monitoring certifications required
• National Certification in Obstetrics preferred
• Knowledge of AWHONN standards required
• Experience with Fetal Monitor and Datascope equipment
• Must document competencies including IV/central line care, fall precautions, age-specific competencies, abuse/neglect recognition, pain management, blood transfusions, and infant abduction protocols
• Must pass a medication calculation math test for adults and pediatrics upon arrival
• DOB and SSN required for consideration

Additional Information

• Deliver patient care through the nursing process of assessment, diagnosis, planning, implementation, and evaluation
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals to achieve quality, cost-effective patient outcomes
• Apply age-specific and culturally sensitive considerations when providing patient care
• Serve as a resource person as needed on the unit
• Orientation is held on Tuesdays and Wednesdays
• Hospital housing is provided in a remote area, featuring shared units with private bedrooms and common spaces (male or female units only, no dogs allowed)
• Flight reimbursement is available for economy-level travel to and from the assignment
• Facility will assist with airport pickup upon arrival but not for return travel
• First-time travelers are welcome to apply