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Alaska Travel Nurse Jobs

Alaska travel nursing jobs by specialty.

The most popular nursing specialties with positions available in Alaska include:

Cardiac Cath Lab Cardio ICU Cardio OR Case Management ER (Emergency Room) ICU (Intensive Care Unit)

Interventional Radiology L&D (Labor & Delivery) LTC/SNF Medical Surgical NICU OR (Operating Room)

PACU Psychiatric Unit Radiology Stepdown Telemetry Wound Care

Everything you need to know about Travel Nursing in Alaska

Here in The Last Frontier you can have incredible adventures while helping out in a state that experiences ever-changing healthcare staffing needs. When you take an assignment with Medical Solutions in Alaska, you’ll have access to great travel nursing jobs with solid pay and stellar benefits .

In addition to hospitals, Alaska has many smaller facilities due to its unique geography. That and a consistent demand means plenty of travel nurse and travel allied healthcare jobs. Plus, with Alaska’s average annual nurse salary of $97,230 it’s a good state to up your earning potential while also seeing a state like no other. Who gets to say they lived and worked in Alaska for a while? You can!  

Best Hospitals to Work at in Alaska

U.S. News & World Report ’s 2021/2022 Best Hospitals list evaluated 26 Alaska hospitals. This includes #1-ranked Providence Alaska Medical Center, which is ranked #48 in the United States for urology. Providence is also ranked “High Performing” in four adult specialties and six procedures/conditions, including gastroenterology/GI surgery, geriatrics, orthopedics, and pulmonary and lung surgery. Alaska also has a variety of additional clinics and non-hospital healthcare facilities throughout the state.

U.S. News & World Report ’s 2021 Best States list ranked Alaska at #45 overall and #1 for fiscal stability. The Last Frontier State is also ranked #22 for healthcare! Because of Alaska’s ever-changing need for temporary healthcare professionals and its physical separation from the lower 48 states, the location has many traveler-friendly facilities. These same factors typically allow for higher average compensation compared to other locations. The average RN salary in Alaska is $97,230. The Last Frontier is a wonderful spot for nurses hoping to work in travel healthcare, fill important staffing needs, enjoy an abundance of awesome natural beauty, and earn great wages!

Alaska Nurse licensure

Alaska is not currently a member of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) , but there is pending legislation to enact the NLC there. The NLC allows nurses to practice in other NLC states without getting additional state licenses. New states are joining all the time so keep an eye on the latest NLC map . In the meantime, our recruiters and licensing team are always happy to help you with any Alaska state licensing questions.

To Do and See in Alaska

From the northern lights to the midnight sun, Alaska offers unique sights abound! The state is chock-full of glaciers, wildlife, high mountain peaks, national parks (17!), and so much more.

You can sit back and enjoy a cruise or get active and go hiking. Dog sledding is a famous sport here, including famous races like the Iditarod. The culture is unique, with the state’s many native and colonial influences. You can explore this history at the state’s many historic and cultural centers. Alaska’s larger cities present a cool blend of modern and traditional. And yes, winters get pretty cold here, but most people don’t realize that many parts of Alaska have milder summer temps!

Alaska’s cuisine definitely reflects its terrain and geography. You can find all kinds of food here, but some of the state’s iconic eats include all kinds of salmon, gumbo, reindeer dogs, black cod, wild game, chocolate bread, sourdough bread, berries and jam, crab, and more.

Quick Alaska Facts

• State Nickname : The Last Frontier
• Capital City : Juneau
• Largest Cities : Anchorage, Juneau, Fairbanks, Badger, Knik-Fairview
• Charming Towns : Kodiak, Ketchikan, Talkeetna, Sitka, Homer
• Cost of Living : 45th-lowest cost of living in U.S.
• Average RN Salary : $97,230
• Random Trivia : 17 of the 20 highest mountain peaks in the United States are in Alaska!

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We connect care by staffing top healthcare facilities in Alaska  with brilliant Travel Nurses .

Checkmark A checkmark in a circle that is dark. Personalized Pay Packages

Travel Nurses working in Alaska enjoy a personalized payment package with great wage rates, licensure and certification reimbursement, a 401(k) with an immediately vested company contribution, loyalty and referral bonuses, and more.

Checkmark A checkmark in a circle that is dark. Great Benefits

We offer our travel nurses and travel allied health professionals day one medical, dental, and vision insurance, plus the option of several additional voluntary benefits, including life, long-term disability, critical illness, accident, hospital indemnity, and AD&D insurance.

Checkmark A checkmark in a circle that is dark. Employee Assistance Program

Current travelers also have automatic, free access to our employee assistance program (EAP) through Cigna, which includes eight free counseling sessions and many more free resources to support you and your family in every facet of life.

Checkmark A checkmark in a circle that is dark. Travel Nurse Housing

When it comes to making a home in your latest location, Medical Solutions travelers have the option of company-provided, private, fully furnished, secure, pet-friendly housing arranged by our expert housing team or a non-taxable housing stipend that helps you arrange and pay for your own housing costs, depending on your eligibility and location.

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Specialties in High Demand in Alaska

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Explore the Last Frontier

Nicknamed The Last Frontier, Alaska is the perfect destination for the most adventurous of travel nurses! No state offers more natural magnificence than Alaska thanks to its countless miles of untamed wilderness. In between shifts, head out and explore it! Whether you’re heading to Denali National Park, the Kenai Fjords, or taking a sail along the Inside Passage, Alaska is a sightseer’s dream. When you get back to civilization, don’t miss out on some truly special museums, such as the Alaska Native Heritage Center or the University of Alaska Museum of the North.   

Most Popular Cities for Travel Nurses in Alaska

Anchorage, AK

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• The most jobs in the industry. We have the largest and most reliable job database, which means the jobs you see are open, updated in real time and ready for you!
• Competitive advantage over other agencies. Front-of-the-line access through our direct facility relationships — many with quick (even same-day) offers, giving you the best chance of securing your ideal opportunity.
• Expedited licensing and streamlined compliance. An industry-leading on-time start rate and strong relationships with boards of nursing across the country to accelerate the process in all 50 states.
• Expert career guidance. A dedicated recruiter to help you achieve your dream career. Travel, per diem, permanent — we have the reach and access to get you the jobs you want, and the expertise to help you realize your long-term goals.
• A best-in-class support system and an exceptional experience. Enjoy accurate, weekly pay, and an entire team dedicated to your happiness on assignment, 24/7.

Plus, you get everything you expect from the largest healthcare staffing company in the industry:

• Exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment. Want to take time off? Keep insurance coverage for up to 24 days between assignments.
• A generous 401(k) match.
• Paid company housing (we'll help you bring your pets along, too!) or a generous housing stipend.
• Paid sick time in accordance with all applicable state, federal, and local laws. Aya's general sick leave policy is that employees accrue one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked. However, to the extent any provisions of the statement above conflict with any applicable paid sick leave laws, the applicable paid sick leave laws are controlling.
• The industry's only clinical ladder program for RNs on assignment.
• Access to unlimited continuing education units online.
• Licensure, relocation and other reimbursements, when applicable.
• Pay listed above includes taxable wages and tax-free expense reimbursements.

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• Bi-weekly weekend travel home.
• A rental car and paid housing.

With Aya Locums you get:

• Access to top hospitals and healthcare systems in diverse care settings.
• Highly competitive, transparent locum tenens pay.
• Dedicated application and assignment support.
• In-house credentialing and licensing teams.
• Full coverage of licensing costs.
• Travel and lodging coverage.
• Easy timekeeping and streamlined management of documents.
• Malpractice coverage and risk management support.
• Premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment.
• Paid sick time. Aya provides paid sick leave in accordance with all applicable state, federal, and local laws. Aya's general sick leave policy is that employees accrue one hour of paid sick leave for every 30 hours worked. However, to the extent any provisions of the statement above conflict with any applicable paid sick leave laws, the applicable paid sick leave laws are controlling.
• Generous 401k match.
• Aya may provide other benefits where required by applicable law, including but not limited to reimbursements.
• Aya coordinates all travel and lodging accommodations.
• Travel information is received the evening prior to your scheduled departure.
• Airfare is covered and, if driving to the assignment, reimbursement is available.
• Once notice is received, communication from our team is sent via email and text to ensure you are kept in the loop as soon as information becomes available.
• Your safety is Aya's top priority. We work closely with the facility to ensure additional security measures are taken onsite so you can focus on what really matters: patient care.
• Licensure, relocation and other reimbursements.

Experience the Aya difference today

• A dedicated recruiter who advocates for you every step of the way.
• We'll ensure the hiring manager prioritizes your interest and schedules an interview quickly.
• A streamlined hiring process means offers are often presented within 24-48 hours after an interview with a hiring leader.
• Flexible start dates that work around your availability.
• We make it simple with one point of contact the entire time.
• University of Washington (UW) offers a wide range of benefits as part of your total compensation package. Choose from top medical and dental insurance programs; plan for your future with tax-deferred investing through the UW retirement options; enjoy generous vacation and sick leave policies; and protect yourself and your family with life and long-term disability insurance. For more information, follow the links shown below or explore the Benefits website at http://hr.uw.edu/benefits/

With Aya, you get:

• Higher compensation - we negotiate on your behalf.
• Work-life balance - contracts are up to 40 hours per week, with workdays ending mid-late afternoon and weekends off!
• An employee advocate - our team ensures you have the support needed to be successful in your role.
• Options post contract - extend, convert to a permanent employee or find a new job.
• Paid company housing (pets are welcome to tag along) or a generous housing stipend.
• If qualified, continued insurance coverage over the summer.
• A generous 401k match.
• A robust team to support you every step of the way.
• A credentialing specialist to streamline the entire compliance process.
• Freedom and flexibility around your current schedule.
• The easy-to-use Shifts app. Select shifts anytime, anywhere.
• Premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance.
• Front-of-the-line access to exclusive jobs at thousands of healthcare facilities nationwide.
• A robust team to support you every step of the way to ensure you start on time, have accurate payroll and an exceptional experience.
• Certification and other reimbursements, when applicable.

This state is not for the faint of heart. But if exploring the last great American frontier is what you desire, Alaska is the place for you. To witness a tidewater glacier crash into the ocean is to be one with Mother Nature. Where else can you wander through pristine wilderness, catch wild salmon and unwind during the long summer days?

A helicopter ride over Mt. McKinley provides otherworldly views and the majesty of the Northern Lights cannot be communicated in words. To watch the night sky light up in dancing colors is an experience not to be missed.

Embrace the chilly temperatures in the Aurora Ice Museum where you can throw on an extra coat and sip their signature drink in a glass and room made entirely of ice. Explore the rest of the museum and see multicolored beams of light refract through ice crystal chandeliers.

Anchorage is a booming city with a thriving art scene, museums, entertainment and plenty of shopping. With cozy bars and unique eateries, the social scene in Anchorage is full of lively people who know how to have a good time. You just might make a local friend to show you the ins and outs of this one-of-a-kind state.

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Travel Nursing Jobs in Alaska

Get off the beaten path with travel nursing jobs in Alaska. Snow-capped peaks, national parks, active volcanoes, shining, mirrored lakes and gigantic glaciers will take your breath away in this wild wonderland. Stand in awe of Mt. McKinley, North America’s tallest peak. Or, try your hand at unusual activities like whale watching, dog sledding or sea kayaking among thousand-year-old glaciers. Check out our nursing assignments in Alaska below.

Travel Nurse Across America is the travel nursing agency for you – in Alaska and across the country! We offer competitive travel nursing pay, excellent benefits and personal service to each of our nurses. Apply for a travel rn assignment in Alaska today.

More about Alaska

The Unimaginably Big State

Alaska is so huge, so wild, and so sparsely populated that it’s almost incomprehensible. The total land area is double that of Texas, the next largest state. Less than 5 percent of the state’s terrain is covered by glaciers and icefields. However, even this small percentage gives it a hundred times more glacial area than the rest of North America.

With approximately 600,000 people, Alaska ranks second to last among the 50 states in population. About 40% of the population resides in the state’s largest city, Anchorage. If New York City’s borough of Manhattan had the same population density as Alaska, only about 30 people would live there; if all Manhattanites were to divvy up Alaska, they’d have more than 200 acres apiece.

Land of Extremes

The state of Alaska encompasses some of the most diverse terrain in the United States. Mount McKinley (20,320 feet) is the highest point in North America. Just off the coast, the Aleutian Trench plunges to 25,000 feet below sea level, making it one of the Pacific’s deepest ocean troughs. Alaska’s coastline comprises more than 5,500 miles along the Pacific Ocean and another 1,700 miles on the Arctic Ocean.

Southeast Alaska is the state’s Panhandle, a coastal region dissected by the Inside Passage. This intricate network of narrow waterways, with rugged, forested mountains rising from the water’s edge, extends along the western edge of Canada from south of Ketchikan to Skagway.

Central Alaska includes the south central coast and the interior. The coastal region is a continuation of southeastern Alaska, stretching along the Gulf of Alaska to the Kenai Peninsula.

The Alaska Range is the gigantic backbone of the region. Between the northern face of the Alaska Range and the southern slope of the Brooks Range is the low, rolling country of the interior. Western Alaska includes the rugged southwest coast, embracing Kodiak Island, the Alaska Peninsula, the Aleutian Islands and Bristol Bay.

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University of Alaska announces initial agreement with graduate workers on contract

University of Alaska graduate student workers protest in support of a contract in Fairbanks on Monday, April 29, 2024. (Photo provided by Alaska Graduate Workers Association)

The University of Alaska and the Alaska Graduate Workers Association have reached an agreement on a labor contract that would last from July through the end of 2026, the university said Tuesday.

The university described the pact as a “tentative initial agreement” that must go through more steps. The agreement must be approved by the university Board of Regents and the state Department of Administration, as well as be ratified by the union. The university plans to submit the request for the Legislature to fund it before the end of the legislative session, scheduled to happen by May 15.

UA President Pat Pitney said the university administration’s goal throughout negotiations was to support “fair compensation increases” for graduate students with a contract that was financially sustainable.

“I’m incredibly grateful for the hard work put in over the last several days that allowed us to reach an agreement,” Pitney said in the prepared statement announcing the agreement. “We look forward to submitting it for legislative consideration this session.”

Union bargaining committee member Abigail Schiffmiller said Tuesday evening that the union aims to ratify the agreement within 24 hours to allow time for the Legislature to fund it.

Schiffmiller, a Ph.D. student and research assistant in biology at the University of Alaska Fairbanks, said the agreement addresses all of the critical issues raised by union members. They include increasing pay, allowing bargaining over health insurance in the future, and requiring that if employees lose their jobs, the university must prove there was a just cause. It also allows the union to file grievances over discrimination and sexual harassment. And she said it would help both the university — by allowing students who had been under financial pressure to focus on research — as well as the state, by making the university more competitive in attracting grad students to Alaska, who may stay after they graduate.

The graduate student workers voted to unionize in October and marched in protest Monday to increase pressure for a contract. On Friday, a Fairbanks Superior Court judge issued a temporary restraining sought by the university that blocked the students from striking.

The university said it took 96 days of negotiations to reach an agreement, in contrast with a national average of 465 days for a union’s first contract agreement.

The terms of the agreement include increasing minimum pay for master’s degree students by 14%, to $24.50 per hour, and by 17% for Ph.D. students, to $29 hourly, according to the university statement.

The terms include fee waivers for union members, and up to three weeks of unpaid family leave and 20 hours of scheduled leave per semester. The agreement also includes grievance procedures and continued health insurance coverage, as well as union input on future insurance changes. The cost of insurance is set to increase by $400,000, to be covered by the university, according to the statement.

The three universities in the statewide system have a total of 23 Ph.D. programs, more than 60 master’s programs, as well as graduate certificate programs.

Originally published by the Alaska Beacon , an independent, nonpartisan news organization that covers Alaska state government.