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Postpartum Rn Jobs in Alaska (NOW HIRING)

Work in the Labor and Delivery Recovery Postpartum (LDRP) unit of a hospital setting * 13-week contract assignment * Night shift schedule from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM Requirements * Active AK RN license ...

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Travel The Registered Nurse (RN) in Labor and Delivery (L&D) is responsible for providing comprehensive care to women during labor, delivery, and the immediate postpartum period. The RN in this ...

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Travel The Registered Nurse (RN) in Labor and Delivery (L&D) is responsible for providing comprehensive care to women during labor, delivery, and the immediate postpartum period. The RN in this ...

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The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through the nursing process of assessment ... Assesses and monitors the new mother's physical recovery, including vital signs, postpartum ...

The Registered Nurse (RN) provides patient-centered care through the nursing process of assessment ... Assesses and monitors the new mother's physical recovery, including vital signs, postpartum ...

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How much do postpartum rn jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 4, 2026, the average hourly pay for postpartum rn in Alaska is $71.31, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $54.62 and $78.46 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are some common challenges faced by postpartum RNs during their shifts?

Postpartum RNs often navigate a fast-paced environment where they must balance the care of both mother and newborn, manage pain control, and monitor for complications like postpartum hemorrhage. Effective communication with families, education on newborn care and breastfeeding, and coordinating with physicians and lactation consultants are daily responsibilities. Adapting to varying patient needs and maintaining up-to-date knowledge of best practices are key to overcoming these challenges and ensuring positive outcomes.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a postpartum RN, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Postpartum RN, you need expertise in maternal-newborn care, postpartum assessment, and lactation support, backed by an active RN license and often certifications in Basic Life Support (BLS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP). Familiarity with electronic health records (EHRs), fetal monitoring equipment, and newborn screening procedures is typically required. Compassion, strong communication, and the ability to educate and reassure new families are outstanding soft skills in this role. These skills are vital for ensuring safe recovery, fostering positive patient experiences, and supporting healthy transitions for mothers and infants.

How much do postpartum RNs get paid?

Postpartum RNs typically earn an average annual salary ranging from $65,000 to $85,000, depending on experience, location, and healthcare facility. Salaries may also vary based on certifications, shift differentials, and the complexity of patient care required.

What is the difference between Postpartum Rn vs Labor and Delivery Nurse?

AspectPostpartum RnLabor and Delivery Nurse
CertificationsRN license, postpartum care trainingRN license, labor and delivery training
Work EnvironmentPostpartum units, hospitals, clinicsDelivery rooms, hospitals
Job FocusPost-birth recovery, newborn care, maternal supportLabor, delivery, active childbirth process
Common Search IntentPostpartum care, maternal recoveryLabor process, delivery assistance

Postpartum Rns primarily focus on caring for mothers after childbirth and supporting newborns, while Labor and Delivery Nurses assist during active labor and delivery. Both roles require RN licensure, but their work environments and responsibilities differ significantly, catering to different stages of the childbirth process.

What is a postpartum RN?

Postpartum Registered Nurses (RNs) are specialized nurses who provide care to mothers and newborns immediately after childbirth. Their responsibilities include monitoring the physical and emotional well-being of both mother and baby, assisting with breastfeeding and newborn care, administering medications, and educating families about postpartum recovery and newborn health. Postpartum RNs work in hospitals, birthing centers, and sometimes in home care settings to ensure a safe and healthy transition for both mother and child.
Infographic showing various Postpartum Rn job openings in Alaska as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 26% Full Time, 5% Part Time, and 69% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $148,333 per year, or $71.3 per hour.

Registered Nurse (RN) - LDRP - Labor Delivery Recovery & Postpartum

Perm Staff Jobs

Anchorage, AK โ€ข On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 20 days ago


Job description

Perm Staff Jobs is seeking a Registered Nurse (RN) LDRP - Labor Delivery Recovery & Postpartum for a nursing job in Anchorage, Alaska.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: LDRP - Labor Delivery Recovery & Postpartum
  • Discipline: RN
  • Duration: Ongoing
  • Employment Type: Staff
RN Labor and Delivery Nights LDRP

Strong staffing Support when it matters most. Technology and tools that streamline patient monitoring and communication to help you work more efficiently. Robust supply chains to keep you fully equipped. Ongoing clinical education to improve your skills. As a Registered Nurse at Alaska Regional Hospital, youโ€™ll have all the staffing support, technology and resources you need to deliver safe, high-quality careโ€”so you can focus on what you do best.

Job Summary and Qualifications

As a highly-skilled and compassionate LDRP Nurse you will provide direct patient care to patients in the LDRP setting. You will strive to provide patients with an individualized care plan through assessment and planning. Our team supports each other like family and we are looking for someone who feels patient care is as meaningful as we do.

In our unit:

  • We love what we do!
  • We average between 30-50 births a month
  • We operate with LDRP model so we really get to know our patients
  • We promote work life balance with self scheduling
  • We are a very close team who care like family

In this role:

  • You will welcome each perinatal patient to the LDRP Unit and promote a feeling of security in the care they will receive, to assure them that you are confident and capable of caring for their needs and their babyโ€™s wellbeing.
  • You will demonstrate clinical expertise in antepartum, intrapartum and postpartum care.
  • You will respond quickly and accurately to changes in condition or response to treatment.
  • You will communicate effectively with physicians regarding patientโ€™s clinical condition including: fetal monitoring and results of diagnostic studies.
  • You will perform nursing duties as needed in the continuum of care for all areas of Maternal Child health.
  • You will participate in process improvement efforts and activities for the department.
  • You will act in a composed and professional manner, especially under pressure.
What qualifications you will need:
  • Current State of Alaska Registered Nurse License.

  • American Red Cross or American Heart Association Basic Life Support Course (BLS or BCLS) and Certification
  • American Red Cross or American Heart Association Advanced Life Support Course (ALS or ACLS) and Certification.
  • S.T.A.B.L.E. certification โ€“ preferred not required.
  • Current Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP)
  • Fetal Monitoring certification preferred.
  • One or more years of Labor and Delivery experience required.
Benefits

Alaska Regional Hospital, offers a total rewards package that supports the health, life, career and retirement of our colleagues. The available plans and programs include:

  • Comprehensive benefits for medical, prescription drug, dental, vision, behavioral health and telemedicine services
  • Wellbeing support, including free counseling and referral services
  • Time away from work programs for paid time off, paid family leave, long- and short-term disability coverage and leaves of absence
  • Savings and retirement resources, including a 401(k) Plan with a 100% match on 3% to 9% of pay (based on years of service), Employee Stock Purchase Plan, flexible spending accounts, preferred banking partnerships, retirement readiness tools, rollover support and financial wellbeing counseling
  • Education support through tuition assistance, student loan assistance, certification support, dependent scholarships and a partnership with Galen College of Nursing
  • Additional benefits for fertility and family building, adoption assistance, life insurance, supplemental health protection plans, auto and home insurance, legal counseling, identity theft protection and consumer discounts

Learn more about Employee Benefits

Note: Eligibility for benefits may vary by location

HCA Healthcare's Alaska Regional Hospital is known for our expertise, compassion and skills. We are committed to delivering patient-centered care to every patient on every visit for our 250 plus bed facility. Year after year, Alaska Regional receives 5-star ratings for heart attack treatment, bowel obstruction treatment, and colorectal surgery.

Based in Anchorage, Alaska Regional is located in a thriving community offering plenty of opportunities to capitalize on the Alaskan lifestyle. Alaska offers some of the most incredible scenic beauty around the world which draws visitors year-round who come for a vacation and end up making Alaska home.

We are part of the HCA Healthcare network - which includes more than 300 affiliate facilities across the country offering our colleagues the opportunity for travel and relocation. HCA Healthcare and Alaska Regional are inspired by our mission to care for and improve human life to create a positive impact in our community.

HCA Healthcare has been recognized as one of the Worldโ€™s Most Ethical Companiesยฎ by the Ethisphere Institute more than ten times. In recent years, HCA Healthcare spent an estimated $3.7 billion in cost for the delivery of charitable care, uninsured discounts, and other uncompensated expenses.

"Nurses play a pivotal role and are the backbone of healthcare delivery. At HCA Healthcare, we are dedicated to ensuring nurses have necessary tools and resources to provide world-class patient care, advocating for the profession and helping to shape the future of nursing."

Sammie Mosier, DHA, MA, BSN, NE-BC

Senior Vice President and Chief Nursing Executive, HCA Healthcare

If growth and continued learning is important to you, we encourage you to apply for our RN Labor and Delivery Nights LDRP opening. Our team will promptly review your application. Highly qualified candidates will be contacted for interviews. Unlock the possibilities apply today!

We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.