Labor and Delivery RN
Kodiak, AK
Catalytic Solutions
3x12 hrs, Flexible
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: Labor and Delivery Registered Nurse

Location: Kodiak, Alaska
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

• Shift: Variable 3x12 hour shifts (Day: 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM / Night: 7:00 PM - 7:00 AM)
• Guaranteed Hours: 60 hours per 2 weeks (may be called off for one 12-hour shift per 2 weeks)
• Weekend Requirement: Yes
• On-call: No
• Floating: Required within scope to meet facility needs
• Block Schedule Accommodation: No
• Locals: Not accepted; permanent address must be at least 50 miles from facility
• Pending License: Not accepted

Facility Information

• Type: Acute Care Medical Center with Long Term Care and Outpatient services
• Trauma Level: Level IV Trauma, Critical Access Hospital
• Beds: 46 Acute Care beds, 22 Long Term Care beds
• Charting System: Epic
• Dress Code: Any scrub color or business casual
• Parking: Free

Housing and Vehicle

• Housing provided: typically 1-bedroom apartments, available 72 hours before contract start and up to 24 hours after contract end
• Pets are not allowed
• Housing usually accommodates only the traveler; additional family members require approval
• Housing must be cleaned upon departure or cleaning fees apply
• Vehicle provided for local use only (within 30-mile radius), available same timeframe as housing
• Only the traveler may operate the vehicle; valid driver’s license and insurance required
• Vehicle must be returned clean and with a full tank of gas
• Tire chains available at additional cost
• Vehicle must be returned during time off and reissued upon return

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Alaska
• Minimum 1 year of Labor and Delivery experience, with experience within the last year
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
• Certifications:

  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) issued by the American Heart Association
  • Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
  • AWHONN Intermediate or equivalent

Required Background and Compliance

• Background check within 90 days covering all locations lived/worked in past 7 years; updated annually
• Education verification required (nursing degree)
• Drug screen: 9-panel within 12 months
• Physical exam within 1 year, signed by MD, NP, PA, or DO
• Immunizations and health documents required:

  • TB test or chest X-ray within 12 months (annual updates required)
  • TDAP vaccine within 10 years (declination accepted)
  • MMR (Measles, Mumps, Rubella) vaccination or positive titer
  • Hepatitis B vaccination or signed declination (positive titer and vaccine series required for Alaska placements)
  • Varicella vaccination or positive titer
  • Flu vaccine during flu season (declination accepted)
  • COVID vaccination record preferred (declinations not required)
• Respiratory safety clearance required annually for travel candidates
• Fit mask test required annually (travel only)
• Annual regulatory and specialty-specific training modules required via LMS (Workramp)

Additional Requirements

• Must complete float policy acknowledgement (may be required to float to other nearby facilities)
• Photo for badge with neutral background required
• Must comply with state-specific requirements including fingerprinting and background checks for Alaska
• Must provide valid driver’s license and proof of insurance for vehicle use

Notes

• First-time travelers accepted
• No local candidates accepted (must live 50+ miles away)
• No block scheduling available
• Facility provides housing and vehicle for assignment duration
• Candidate must maintain compliance with all health, background, and licensing requirements throughout assignment

This position offers an opportunity to work in a Level IV Trauma acute care and long-term care facility in Kodiak, Alaska, with full support for housing and transportation. Ideal for RNs with Labor and Delivery experience seeking a travel contract.