
OR RN in Fairbanks, Alaska
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Fairbanks, AK
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,730/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 26, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $68.25
- Weekly
- $2,730
- Yearly (full-time)
- $141,960
- Contract length
- 16 weeks
This job pays about $68.25/hour — 30% 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, 40 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, 46 of them in Fairbanks.
- 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 a rewarding travel RN position in Fairbanks, Alaska, where you'll have the opportunity to work in a variety of surgical specialties including general, GYN, urology, robotics, ortho, neuro/spine, podiatry, ENT, plastics, vascular, eyes, and trauma. This 16-week assignment involves 10-hour days, primarily from 7:00 AM to 5:30 PM, with rotating shifts Monday through Friday and mandatory on-call duties. Experience should include at least 2 years, with 5+ years preferred, in a fast-paced surgical environment. The role entails supporting multiple surgical cases, including Da Vinci robotic procedures, and involves floating to endo on rare occasions. You'll enjoy a schedule that offers a balanced work-life experience in the scenic backdrop of Alaska. Unique aspects include free housing for one occupant and the chance to be part of a tight-knit team.
Weather:
During this time of year, Fairbanks experiences generally clear skies with crisp, cool temperatures and scenic natural beauty. It’s a great time for outdoor adventures and enjoying the changing seasons in Alaska’s unique environment.
Fun Things To Do:
- Northern Lights Viewing: Witness breathtaking auroras in the night sky.
- Chena Hot Springs Tour: Relax in natural hot springs located just outside of Fairbanks.
- Denali National Park Day Trip: Explore the stunning wilderness and spot local wildlife.
- Gold Rush History Tour in Chena: Discover Alaska’s gold rush past with a scenic day trip.
- Riverboat Cruise: Experience the scenic beauty of Alaska's waterways.
Job Specifics:
Location: Fairbanks, AK
Shift: 10-hour days, rotating shifts, Monday through Friday
Duration: 16 weeks, approximately 40 hours per week
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