ER RN in Ketchikan, Alaska
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Ketchikan, AK
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,143/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 6, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $59.53
- Weekly
- $2,143
- Yearly (full-time)
- $111,436
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $59.53/hour — 13% 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
- 247 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Alaska from 6 agencies, 5 of them in Ketchikan.
- Pay in these listings: $32.72 – $103/hour, median $72.32/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Alaska: $52.64/hour ($109,491/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($77.34/hour across 74 jobs).
Job description
Join us as an Emergency Room Registered Nurse in the scenic city of Ketchikan, Alaska. This 13-week contract offers a chance to work in a vibrant, high-energy environment while experiencing the natural beauty of the Alaskan landscape. You'll be managing cardiac, trauma, psychiatric, and complex care cases independently in a fast-paced, high-volume setting, often during night shifts. If you thrive on challenge and enjoy a bit of adventure, this role is designed for you to make a meaningful impact and explore the rugged outdoors during your off hours.
Weather:
Around this time of year, Ketchikan typically experiences cool, crisp weather with mild temperatures and occasional rain, creating a lush, green backdrop that enhances the natural beauty of the region. Expect some foggy mornings and bright, clear evenings that showcase Alaska's stunning scenery during your time here.
Fun Things To Do:
- Whale Watching Excursion: Embark on a boat tour to see orcas, humpback whales, and other marine wildlife. (Day trip)
- Misty Fjords National Monument Tour: Explore stunning fjords and waterfalls through a scenic flight or boat trip.
- Visit Ketchikan Creek: Enjoy a peaceful walk along the creek, famous for salmon spawning and lush riverbanks.
- Totem Bouse Tour: Discover Alaska Native culture through renowned totem pole displays around town.
- Explore George Inlet Lodge: Experience fresh Alaskan seafood and coastal views on a day trip to this picturesque lodge.
Job Specifics:
Location: Ketchikan, Alaska
Shift: 12-hour rotating (primarily night shifts)
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 hours
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