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Emergency Department RN
Lawton, Oklahoma
Memorial Health Southwest

$1,759-2,092/week

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Job info

Job Opportunity: Emergency Department Registered Nurse (RN) - Days

Location: Lawton, Oklahoma
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Days (7:00 AM - 7:00 PM)

Job Summary

As an Emergency Department RN, you will be one of the first responders when patients are admitted to the emergency room. Your primary responsibilities include identifying medical issues, determining their severity, providing immediate support to minimize long-term effects, and sustaining life when necessary.

Required Qualifications

Valid RN license in Oklahoma
Minimum of 2 years of Emergency Department (ED) nursing experience
Emergency Department experience within the last year
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) certification issued by the American Heart Association

Additional Information

Local candidates may be considered at a reduced rate.
Certifications required: ACLS, BLS/BCLS, PALS.

This position is ideal for experienced ER nurses seeking a contract role with day shifts in an emergency department setting.

About Lawton, OK

As a Travel Emergency Department 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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