Travel Nurse RN - Orthopedics
Lawton, OK
CloudinfraIT Inc
3x12 hrs, Days

🏙️ Travel Med-Surg Ortho RN | Lawton, OK | Start 2/23/26 🏙️

Are you a Med-Surg professional with an interest in Orthopedics and Neurology? This 13-week assignment in Lawton, Oklahoma, offers a stable day-shift schedule in a specialized 24-bed unit. This position is likely based at Comanche County Memorial Hospital, known for its comprehensive orthopedic and neurosurgical programs.

✨ Why You’ll Love This Assignment:
🏥 Specialized Care: Gain deep experience in an Ortho/Neuro unit, managing post-surgical recoveries, joint replacements, and neurological monitoring.

☀️ Consistent Day Shifts: Enjoy a standard 6:45 AM – 7:15 PM schedule, allowing you to have your evenings free.

⚖️ Manageable Ratios: A 1:5 nurse-to-patient ratio provides a balanced pace for high-quality bedside care and thorough documentation.

⛰️ Wichita Mountains Access: Spend your days off exploring the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, offering some of the best hiking and rock climbing in the region.

📋 Position Details:
Specialty: Med-Surg Ortho / Neuro

Location: Lawton, OK

Schedule: 36 hours per week | 12-hour Day Shifts (6:45 AM – 7:15 PM).

Contract: 13 Weeks.

Start Date: February 23, 2026.

🩺 Key Clinical Responsibilities:
Post-Surgical Monitoring: Provide specialized care for patients recovering from orthopedic surgeries (total hip/knee arthroplasty, spinal fusions) and neurological interventions.

Assessment: Conduct frequent neuro-checks and physical assessments to monitor for complications like DVT, infection, or changes in neurological status.

Pain Management: Administer and titrate pain medications while educating patients on mobility and recovery expectations.

Interdisciplinary Collaboration: Work closely with physical and occupational therapists to assist with early mobilization and discharge planning.

🩺 Requirements:
Experience: Minimum 1–2 years of recent Med-Surg experience; Ortho or Neuro experience is highly preferred.

Licensure: Active Oklahoma RN License or Multi-State Compact License.

Certifications: Current AHA BLS is mandatory; ACLS is often preferred for Neuro monitoring.

Skills: Proficiency in telemetry monitoring, wound care, and managing specialized orthopedic equipment (CPMs, braces, etc.).