Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric
Lawton, OK
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,785/weekOverview
- Start Date07/30/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
Psychiatric Unit Nurse Practitioner in Lawton, Oklahoma. This position involves providing direct mental health care to adult patients by conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, administering medications, and delivering therapeutic communication and crisis intervention. Candidates are required to bring their license on the first day of shift.
Job Details:
- Location: Lawton, Oklahoma
- Shift Time: Nights
- Shift Hours: 12 hours
- Minimum Hours Per Week: 36 hours
- Required Qualifications: Oklahoma license; 0 years of experience; current BLS (American Heart Association) certification; must be 21 years or older; handle with Care Certification preferred; DHS fingerprinting required, to be emailed directly from ; no previous disciplinary action.
- Schedule: Nights, 12-hour shifts, minimum 36 hours per week
- Additional Information: The candidate must have 2 years of adult behavioral health experience; submission requirements include BLS certification prior to start and DHS fingerprinting.
Benefits:
The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:
- Private housing or generous housing allowance
- Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage
- Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage
- Competitive salaries
- Referral bonuses
- Travel reimbursement
- 401(k) retirement plan
- Direct deposit/free checking
- Unlimited free CE credits
Employer
Cross Country Nurses
11 nurses recommend working with Cross Country Nurses
You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.
About Lawton, OK
As a Travel Psychiatric 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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