Med/Surg RN in Anchorage, Alaska
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Anchorage, AK
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,338/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 29, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $64.94
- Weekly
- $2,338
- Yearly (full-time)
- $121,576
This job pays about $64.94/hour — 23% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Alaska ($52.64/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Alaska right now
- 224 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Alaska from 6 agencies, 96 of them in Anchorage.
- Pay in these listings: $25.06 – $100/hour, median $70.69/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Alaska: $52.64/hour ($109,491/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($76.82/hour across 67 jobs).
Job description
Job Description:
This travel assignment is designed for a Registered Nurse with medical-surgical oncology experience, including chemotherapy administration. You’ll care for adult oncology patients in an acute hospital setting while working 12-hour rotating shifts. The assignment welcomes first-time travelers and offers the opportunity to float to comparable units within your scope as staffing needs arise. Weekend coverage may occur more frequently than every other weekend, and no on-call shifts are required. Bring your clinical expertise to Anchorage and enjoy a little northern adventure between shifts.
Weather:
Anchorage typically offers crisp, cool conditions around this time of year, with brisk air, changing skies, and the possibility of snow. Warm layers and weather-ready footwear make it easier to enjoy the area comfortably.
Fun Things To Do:
- Outdoor Exploration: Walk the scenic trails and enjoy views around Kincaid Park.
- Local Culture: Visit the Anchorage Museum for regional history, art, and culture.
- Day Trip: Travel to Girdwood for mountain scenery, local dining, and outdoor activities.
- Day Trip: Explore the Kenai Peninsula for coastal views, wildlife, and small-town stops.
- City Views: Take in Anchorage’s parks, trails, and waterfront scenery.
Job Specifics:
Location: Anchorage, Alaska
Shift: 12-hour rotating shifts
Duration: 36 hours per week for 13 weeks
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