ICU Registered Nurse
Lawton, OK
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,925/weekOverview
- Start Date07/30/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary:
The Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Registered Nurse (RN) position is based in Lawton, Oklahoma. This role involves providing critical care to seriously ill patients in a hospital's intensive care unit, including monitoring vital signs, administering medications, performing complex procedures, and responding rapidly to medical emergencies. The position requires collaboration with the healthcare team to develop and implement individualized treatment plans.
Job Details:
- Schedule: Nights shift, 12 hours per shift, with a minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Required Qualifications: BLS (AHA), ACLS (AHA) certifications, Oklahoma state license, 5 years ICU experience, and valid license.
- Preferred Qualifications: Experience in a fast-paced ICU environment and familiarity with hospital protocols.
- Additional Information: Work involves staffing ICU with a 2:1 nurse-to-patient ratio, occasionally floating to other units to take holds, and sometimes caring for med-surge patients with a 5:1 ratio. The assignment begins on 07/30/2026. The candidate must have minimum 0 years of experience as specified.
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 Intensive Care Unit 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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