Med-Surg Registered Nurse
Lawton, OK
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$1,764/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Advance your nursing career with a high-demand Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) travel job in Lawton, Oklahoma (zip code 73505). This travel nursing opportunity offers competitive pay, a supportive healthcare team, and the chance to experience the vibrant culture and scenic beauty of southwest Oklahoma, including the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge.
Med/Surg RN Job Details – Lawton, OK
- Job Title: Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) – Travel Assignment
- Location: Lawton, OK 73505 (Oklahoma nursing jobs)
- Assignment Type: Travel Contract
- Start Date: December 18, 2025
- End Date: March 19, 2026
- Contract Length: 13 weeks
- Shift: 12-hour day shifts (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM)
- Guaranteed Hours: 36 hours per week
- Patient Ratio: 1:5
- Openings: 2 Med/Surg RN positions available
- Estimated Weekly Pay: $1,570 – $1,610
Registered Nurse Qualifications
- Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Oklahoma or compact state (Oklahoma RN license accepted)
- Minimum 6 months of recent Med/Surg nursing experience
- BLS certification (Basic Life Support) required
- Strong clinical assessment and communication skills
- Experience providing care for infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatric patients in a medical-surgical setting
Med/Surg RN Responsibilities
- Develop and implement comprehensive nursing care plans for medical-surgical patients
- Perform patient assessments, nursing diagnoses, and deliver high-quality clinical care
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary healthcare teams and ancillary staff to achieve optimal patient outcomes
- Provide leadership and mentorship to support staff in the Med/Surg unit
- Maintain accurate documentation and uphold professional nursing standards
- Deliver compassionate, patient-centered care in a fast-paced clinical environment
Join our healthcare team in Lawton, Oklahoma, and take the next step in your travel nursing career. Apply now for this Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) travel job and enjoy rewarding work, competitive pay, and access to outdoor adventures and cultural attractions in southwest Oklahoma.
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
About GHRFor over 30 years, GHR Healthcare has helped talented professionals find fulfilling roles in hospitals, clinics, and facilities nationwide. We specialize in placing Nurse Practitioners (NPs), Physician Assistants (PAs), Registered Nurses (RNs), Physical Therapists (PTs), Occupational Therapists (OTs), Medical Technologists (MTs), Medical Coders, Medical Billers, and many other healthcare specialists in contract, permanent, and locum tenens positions.
We believe in empowering your career. From your first conversation, you’ll partner with a dedicated career advisor who understands your aspirations and connects you with top-tier job openings that align with your skills, goals, and earning potential. Our team works to deliver highly competitive salaries and benefits, ensuring your valuable expertise is recognized and rewarded.
We’re here to help you unlock new opportunities, advance your career, and create a meaningful impact in healthcare. Explore our job opportunities at jobs.ghrhealthcare.com.
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.
Employer
GHR Healthcare
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About Lawton, OK
As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Lawton, OK here's what you should know:- Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally align with the lower cost of living.
- Summer average high: 94°F, average low: 71°F.
- Winter average high: 53°F, average low: 28°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially near medical facilities.
- Car friendly city with minimal traffic congestion.
- Limited public transportation options.
- Diverse community with a mix of age ranges.
- Common health issues include allergies and asthma due to the dry climate.
- Lawton has a growing population of travel nurses.
- Plenty of dining options with a mix of local and chain restaurants.
- Art and music scene is vibrant, with local galleries and live music venues.
- Sports enthusiasts can enjoy local college and high school games.
- Outdoor activities include hiking, fishing, and camping at the nearby Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge.
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