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 us in Fairbanks, AK, for an engaging 16-week travel nursing opportunity in the operating room. This role calls for experienced registered nurses who are comfortable rotating through a variety of surgical specialties, including General, GYN, Urology, Robotics, Orthopedics, Neuro/Spine, Podiatry, ENT, Plastics, Vascular, Eyes, and Trauma. As a traveler in this setting, you'll help facilitate procedures using advanced tech like the DaVinci robot and work with a dedicated surgical team. Expect 10-hour shifts, mostly weekdays, with weekend, holiday, and on-call responsibilities — ensuring an active, hands-on experience that keeps your skills sharp while exploring new places. This assignment offers the chance to immerse yourself in diverse cases and share your expertise in a bustling surgical environment.
Weather:
Fairbanks typically experiences a crisp, cool climate around this time of year, with temperatures often ranging from brisk to chilly. The scenery is marked by clear, sunny days and the occasional snow, providing picturesque winter landscapes for outdoor enthusiasts.
Fun Things To Do:
- Visit the Aurora Borealis viewing points for spectacular light displays.
- Explore the Chena Hot Springs and relax in natural geothermal pools.
- Take a day trip to Denali National Park for stunning mountain scenery and wildlife spotting.
- Embark on a guided snowshoeing or cross-country skiing adventure.
- Discover local history at the Fairbanks Community Museum.
Job Specifics:
Location: Fairbanks, AK
Shift: 10-hour days, rotating schedule
Duration: 16 weeks, approximately 40 hours per week
Schedule Details: 8:00 am to 5:30 pm, with weekend and holiday on-call required
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