Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery
Soldotna, AK
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$2,635/weekOverview
- Start Date08/24/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Labor and Delivery Nurse in Soldotna, Alaska. This highly specialized role involves managing individualized, goal-directed nursing care within the labor and delivery unit. The position requires clinical expertise in obstetric care, utilizing advanced monitoring and patient management skills to support maternal and neonatal health during hospital stays.
Job Details:
- Schedule: 12-hour night shifts; on call as needed; minimum of 36 hours per week
- Required Qualifications: Active Alaska state Registered Nurse (RN) license; minimum of 2 years recent Labor and Delivery (LDRP) experience; certifications including Advanced Fetal Monitoring, Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP), BLS Certification, and STABLE; COVID vaccination required
- Specific Duties and Equipment: Manages individualized labor and postpartum nursing care following departmental and hospital policies; utilizes Meditech, OBIX, Pyxis Supply Stations, bedside fetal monitor. Responsibilities include managing different types of procedures related to obstetric care and supporting neonatal stabilization.
- Unit Details: 4 Labor, Delivery, Postpartum (LDRP) beds and 5 Nursery/Postpartum beds; nurse to patient ratio aligns with national standards based on labor and patient needs.
- Orientation and Training: 3-day Meditech and OBIX training, followed by unit-specific orientation; RN required to complete medication testing on-site within the first two weeks.
- Additional Notes: Unit allows local placements; may call off up to 24 hours in a 13-week contract without penalty; floating to other units/departments may be required.
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
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
11 nurses recommend working with 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.
About Soldotna, AK
As a Travel Labor and Delivery Nurse in Soldotna, AK here's what you should know:- Soldotna's cost of living is 17% higher than the national average.
- Wages may not fully match the higher cost of living.
- In summer, average highs are around 65°F, and average lows are around 48°F.
- In winter, average highs are around 24°F, and average lows are around 11°F.
- Short term rentals may be limited, but options are available.
- It may require some effort to find suitable furnished housing.
- Soldotna is car-friendly, but public transportation options are limited.
- The population is predominantly White, with a small Native American and Hispanic community.
- The age range is diverse, with a significant population of older adults.
- Common health issues may include seasonal affective disorder (SAD) due to the long winter nights.
- There is a small but active community of travel nurses.
- Soldotna offers outdoor activities such as fishing, hiking, and wildlife viewing.
- There are also local restaurants featuring fresh seafood, and opportunities to enjoy art and music events.
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