Travel Contract

Operating Room Registered Nurse
Lawton, OK
GHR Healthcare
5x8 hrs

$2,520/week
Posted 3 days ago

Overview

  • Start Date05/18/2026
  • Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,520/week

Description

Travel Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) – Lawton, OK (13-week Travel Assignment)

Operating Room Registered Nurse (OR RN) travel assignment in Lawton, OK — active RN license and operating room experience required. Join a surgical nursing team for a 13-week perioperative travel nurse role in southwest Oklahoma.

Job Details

  • Weekly Estimated Pay: $2,120 - $2,230
  • Location: Lawton, OK 73505 — Lawton, Oklahoma travel nursing opportunity
  • Setting: Surgery Unit / Operating Room (OR)
  • Assignment Duration: 13 weeks (Start: 5/7/2026 – End: 8/6/2026)
  • Shift: 2:30 PM – 11:00 PM, Monday to Friday (8-hour evenings)
  • Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours per week
  • On-Call: None
  • Weekends: None required

Job Requirements / Qualifications

  • Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in Oklahoma (required)
  • Minimum 2 years of Operating Room (OR) RN experience; at least 1 year of recent OR/perioperative experience preferred
  • CVOR experience preferred (cardiovascular OR experience)
  • Ability to provide work history and permanent address upon submission

Responsibilities – Perioperative / Surgical Nurse Duties

  • Provide perioperative patient care during pre-operative, intra-operative, and post-operative phases as an OR RN / perioperative nurse
  • Collaborate with surgeons, anesthesiologists, surgical techs, and perioperative team members to deliver high-quality surgical care
  • Maintain a safe, sterile operating room environment and adhere to infection control and sterile technique standards
  • Monitor patient recovery, vital signs, and post-op status to ensure optimal outcomes
  • Educate patients and families about surgical procedures, perioperative expectations, and discharge instructions

This travel nursing assignment is ideal for an experienced Operating Room Registered Nurse or perioperative/surgical nurse seeking short-term travel nurse work in Oklahoma. Enjoy the friendly community of Lawton, known for its welcoming atmosphere, affordable cost of living, and vibrant local culture. Lawton offers a variety of amenities including unique dining, shopping, and entertainment options. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate the proximity to the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, where you can hike, bike, and enjoy scenic views. With a blend of small-town charm and access to beautiful parks and lakes, Lawton provides an excellent quality of life while you deliver exceptional surgical care.

Apply now to join our healthcare team as a Travel OR RN in Lawton, OK — competitive pay, guaranteed hours, and a focused surgical setting. Join our healthcare team today!

Benefits

401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision

Equal Opportunity

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.

GHR Healthcare Job ID #477636. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: OR

Employer

GHR Healthcare

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7 nurses recommend working with GHR Healthcare

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Pros

Love my recruiter, Chase Nelson!!!

Cons

None

Recommends working with GHR Healthcare

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About Lawton, OK

As a Travel Operating Room Nurse in Lawton, OK here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • Lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
  • Wages generally align with the lower cost of living.
Weather
  • Summer average high: 94°F, average low: 71°F.
  • Winter average high: 53°F, average low: 28°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find, especially near medical facilities.
Transportation
  • Car friendly city with minimal traffic congestion.
  • Limited public transportation options.
Demographics
  • 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.
Things to Do
  • 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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