Medical-Surgical RN
Lawton, OK
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus
$1,925/weekOverview
- Start Date10/05/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftNights
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- 401k retirement plan
- Referral bonus
Description
Job Summary
Medical Surgical Floor Registered Nurse in Oklahoma. This position involves providing patient care on a medical-surgical unit, including preparing and administering medications, changing dressings, inserting catheters, starting IVs, and monitoring vital signs. The role requires maintaining accurate records and reporting adverse reactions in a fast-paced healthcare environment.
Job Details
- Position Description: Preparing, administering, and recording prescribed medications. Changing dressings, inserting catheters, and starting IVs. Adjusting specialized medical equipment as needed, as well as interpreting and recording measurements. Monitoring patients' vitals and reporting adverse reactions to medications in a timely manner.
- Required Qualifications: Oklahoma State License or compact BLS (AHA) certification, NIH certification, and a minimum of 1 year of relevant experience.
- Schedule: Night shifts, 12-hour shifts, minimum of 36 hours per week.
- Additional Information: Recent traveler experience is preferred. Submission of Skills Checklist current to 1 year, two supervisory reference forms taken within the last two years, and current pertinent licensure and certifications are required.
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 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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