Open Travel Nursing Jobs in Alaska
Travel nurse jobs in Alaska are updated hourly across Bethel, Seward, and Anchorage and remote markets throughout the state. Assignments typically average 13 weeks and often come with higher pay to offset the unique logistical demands and travel required to reach facilities in Anchorage, Juneau, Fairbanks, and beyond. Advantis Medical connects you directly to reliable contracts with competitive compensation and dedicated support. Browse current travel RN openings below and use... the advanced filters to compare by specialty, shift type, and weekly pay.
- RN
- Allied
- LPN
- ER
- ICU
- Inpatient Rehab
- Labor and Delivery
- Med Surg
- MedSurg/Tele
- Operating Room
- PCU
- Stepdown
- Telemetry
- Admin/Mgmt
- Ambulatory
- Antepartum
- BMT
- Cardiology
- Case Manager
- Cath Lab
- Clinic
- Clinical Decision Unit
- CVICU
- CVOR
- CVPICU
- Detox
- Dialysis
- Director of Nursing
- Electrophysiology
- Endo/GI
- Endoscopy
- Home Health
- Infusion
- Intermediate Care
- Interventional Radiology
- Long Term Care / SNF
- LTAC
- Mother-Baby/Couplet Care/Post Partum
- Neuro
- Neuro/Trauma ICU
- NICU
- Nurse Supervisor
- OB/GYN
- Occupational Health
- Oncology
- Oncology - Pediatric
- Orthopedics
- Outpatient Clinic
- PACU
- PACU/Pre-Post Op
- Pediatric CVOR
- Pediatric ER
- Pediatric OR
- Pediatric PACU
- Pediatrics
- PICU
- Psych
- Pulmonary
- Radiology
- RN First Assistant
- Transplant
- Unit Manager
- Wound Care
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16 Open Travel Nursing Jobs in Alaska – May 30th
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Current Alaska Travel RN Landscape
Alaska's travel nurse assignments are concentrated in Anchorage — the state's largest healthcare market — alongside hospitals in Fairbanks, Juneau, and a network of critical access facilities in smaller remote communities. The remote logistics of Alaska assignments are a meaningful practical consideration: inter-community travel, housing availability, and longer lead times for credentialing are common realities. Alaska is not a Nurse Licensure Compact member, so travelers from compact home states will need to obtain a separate Alaska license before their assignment begins.
Travel Nursing Jobs - Trending States
Based on current travel job openings, the top 5 highest-paying travel nurse job states are:
- Texas up to $3,518 per week
- California up to $3,418 per week
- New York up to $3,387 per week
- Virginia up to $3,377 per week
- New Jersey up to $3,304 per week
Alaska Travel Nurse Licensing & Pay Notes
Alaska is not a member of the Nurse Licensure Compact, so travelers from compact home states will need a separate Alaska license before their assignment begins. For a breakdown of application steps and processing timelines, our Alaska RN licensing page covers what travelers need to know before their contract start. The Alaska Board of Nursing publishes current endorsement requirements and timelines for travel RNs entering the state. The Bureau of Labor Statistics tracks national RN employment projections that provide useful context when evaluating pay and contract length in Alaska.
FAQs – Travel Nursing Jobs in Alaska
Do I need an Alaska-specific RN license to take travel nurse jobs there?
Yes. Alaska is not part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), so all travel nurses must apply for licensure by endorsement through the Alaska Board of Nursing. Temporary permits may be available if you meet the requirements, which can help speed up your start date.
Alaska Board of Nursing
Contact information
Website: https://www.commerce.alaska.gov/web/cbpl/ProfessionalLicensing/BoardofNursing.aspx
Phone: 907.269.8160
Fees
License by Exam: $200 (+$200 exam fee)
License by Endorsement: $100 application, $200 License
Renewal: $200
Fingerprinting: $75
Timing
Processing Time: 8 weeks
Valid for: 2 years
Renewal Schedule: November 30 or September 30, as applicable even years
General Information
Nursys: Yes
CEU Requirements: 30 hours
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What types of housing support does Advantis Medical provide in Alaska?
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What benefits come with working a travel assignment in Alaska through Advantis Medical?
Advantis travel nurses working in Alaska receive comprehensive benefits from Advantis Medical, including:
- Weekly direct deposit and competitive compensation
- Day One Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
- Help with travel & housing accommodations
- Dedicated licensing, onboarding, and credentialing team
- $1,000 Referral Bonus + $250 Bonus for Your Referral for each friend you bring on assignment
Which specialties are in highest demand for travel nurses in Alaska?
Facilities across Alaska are currently hiring in several critical areas, including:
If you're exploring travel nurse jobs Alaska, certain specialties stand out due to high demand across Alaska’s top healthcare facilities. Based on our current openings, here are the specialties with the most active travel nursing jobs in Alaska.
For Travel RN Jobs, these specialties have the most openings:
- Long Term Care / SNF with 5 open jobs
- ER with 4 open jobs
- Labor and Delivery with 2 open jobs
- Operating Room with 2 open jobs
- PACU with 1 open job
For LPN Travel Jobs, these specialties are in highest demand:
- No LPN specialties currently available
For Travel Allied Health Jobs, top openings include:
- Physical Therapy with 3 open jobs
- CT Tech with 2 open jobs
- Respiratory Therapist with 1 open job
Looking for something specific? Click any of the specialties above to explore travel nurse jobs Alaska by specialty and start your next adventure.