Registered Nurse - Med Surg
Lawton, OK
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs
$2,016/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Travel Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) – Nights in Lawton, OK. 13-week travel nurse contract; active RN license and recent Med/Surg experience required. Join a supportive team delivering high-quality patient care on a 12-hour night shift.
Join a dedicated team as a Med/Surg Registered Nurse in Lawton, Oklahoma (Zip: 73505)! This 13-week travel nurse contract offers the chance to make a meaningful impact on adult patient care in a 13-bed Med/Surg unit. Lawton is known for its friendly community, scenic Wichita Mountains, and easy access to outdoor recreation — ideal for travel nurses seeking a balanced work/life experience.
Job Details
- Job Title: Travel Med/Surg Registered Nurse (RN) – Night Shift
- Weekly Estimated Pay: $1800 - $1890 (competitive travel nurse pay)
- Location: Lawton, OK (Zip: 73505) — travel nursing opportunity in Oklahoma
- Setting: 13-bed Med/Surg unit (adult medical-surgical patients)
- Patient Ratio: 1:5
- Shift: 12-hour nights (18:45 – 07:15)
- Hours per Week: 36
- Contract Duration: 13 weeks (Start: 5/7/2026 – End: 8/6/2026)
- Employment Type: Travel Contract — Travel Nurse / Med/Surg RN job in Lawton, Oklahoma
Job Requirements / Qualifications
- Active RN license (valid for practice in the U.S.)
- Minimum 1 year of recent Med/Surg nursing experience (hospital setting preferred)
- BLS certification (American Heart Association) required
- Clinical skills: medication administration, IV therapy, patient assessment, wound care
- Experience with electronic medical records (EMR) and accurate clinical documentation
- Ability to work night shifts, adapt to a fast-paced environment, and collaborate with interdisciplinary teams
- Strong communication, critical thinking, and teamwork skills
Responsibilities — Med/Surg RN / Travel Nurse Duties
- Provide high-quality, patient-centered care to adult medical-surgical patients on the Med/Surg unit
- Perform thorough patient assessments, monitor clinical conditions, and recognize changes in status
- Administer medications and IV therapies safely and per provider orders
- Collaborate with physicians, respiratory therapy, PT/OT, and other team members to develop and implement individualized care plans
- Document patient care, assessments, and interventions accurately and in a timely manner in the EMR
- Maintain a safe, supportive environment for patients, families, and staff; follow infection control and safety protocols
Why Join Our Team
- Opportunity to gain valuable travel nurse experience in Lawton, OK — part of the growing Oklahoma nursing jobs market
- Competitive weekly pay for Travel Med/Surg RNs
- Supportive clinical team and a manageable patient ratio (1:5) on a 13-bed unit
- Experience the outdoor recreation and community amenities near the Wichita Mountains
Apply now for this Travel Med/Surg RN (Night Shift) position in Lawton, OK (73505). Submit your resume to be considered for this 13-week travel nurse contract — join our healthcare team today and advance your Med/Surg nursing career!
Benefits401K with Matching, Healthcare, Dental and Vision
Equal OpportunityWe 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.
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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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