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Behavioral Health RN
Lawton, Oklahoma
Southwestern Behavioral Health Center

$1,610-2,023/week

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Temp Registered Nurse (RN), Behavioral Health (Days)

Location: Lawton, Oklahoma Employment Type: Temporary Contract Length: 13 weeks Shift: Days, 12 hours per day Setting: 199-bed hospital

Role Overview

Provides direct care to patients with mental health conditions by conducting assessments, developing treatment plans, administering medications, and providing therapeutic communication and crisis intervention. Key duties include monitoring patient well-being, educating patients and families, maintaining accurate records, and collaborating with other healthcare professionals to ensure a safe and supportive environment for recovery.

Requirements

Valid RN license in Oklahoma
2 years of Behavioral Health experience
Behavioral Health experience within the last year
Experience working with adult patients
NIHSS (National Institutes of Health Stroke Scale)
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Policies

Former direct employees of the facility are not eligible to return through an agency until 6 months after their direct employment ends.

About Lawton, OK

As a Travel Behavioral Health 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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