Labor and Delivery (RN)

Obstetrics Registered Nurse (OB RN) / Inpatient RN Kotzebue, Alaska | Tribal Health Community $4016 FOR 36 HOURS (includes stipend) Housing & Travel Provided Make a Difference for Mothers, Babies, and Families in Arctic Alaska Are you an experienced OB Registered Nurse looking for a meaningful opportunity that goes beyond a typical assignment? Join a dedicated healthcare team serving Alaska Native communities in the breathtaking Arctic region of Kotzebue, Alaska .

This rewarding role allows you to provide compassionate care to mothers and newborns while supporting the broader healthcare needs of a close-knit tribal community. In this unique position, you will split your time between Obstetrics and Inpatient Nursing , offering a diverse clinical experience and the opportunity to make a lasting impact across multiple areas of patient care. Position Highlights Housing Provided Travel Assistance Provided Opportunity to serve Tribal Communities Split role between OB and Inpatient Nursing Gain valuable rural and remote healthcare experience Supportive, mission-driven healthcare team Adventure of living and working in Arctic Alaska Responsibilities Provide high-quality care to obstetric patients throughout labor, delivery, postpartum, and newborn care Assess and monitor maternal and fetal health status Educate patients and families on prenatal, postpartum, and newborn care Assist with labor support, delivery procedures, and postpartum recovery Provide compassionate inpatient nursing care when assigned outside the OB unit Collaborate with physicians, midwives, advanced practice providers, and interdisciplinary teams Maintain accurate and timely documentation Deliver culturally sensitive, patient-centered care Qualifications Active RN License BLS required ACLS, NRP, and fetal monitoring certifications preferred Previous OB/Labor & Delivery experience required Inpatient nursing experience preferred Strong critical thinking, communication, and assessment skills Ability to thrive in a rural and resourceful healthcare setting Previous tribal, rural, or critical access hospital experience is a plus Why Kotzebue?

Nestled above the Arctic Circle and surrounded by stunning wilderness, Kotzebue offers an experience unlike anywhere else. Witness the Northern Lights, explore vast Arctic landscapes, experience incredible wildlife, and immerse yourself in the rich traditions of Alaska Native culture. This is more than a nursing assignment.

It's an opportunity to support mothers and families, expand your clinical expertise across OB and Inpatient care, embrace adventure, and become part of a community that genuinely values your dedication and compassion.