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Emergency Department RN
Lawton, Oklahoma
Memorial Health Southwest

$1,670-2,143/week
Posted 1 hour ago
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Emergency Room Nurse (RN) - Days

Location: Lawton, Oklahoma
Employment Type: Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks


Job Description

  • Provide immediate assessment and support to patients in the emergency room.
  • Identify medical issues, determine severity, and intervene to minimize long-term effects or sustain life.
  • Act as one of the first responders when patients are admitted to the ER.

Shift

  • Days, 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM

Required Qualifications

  • Valid RN license in Oklahoma.
  • Minimum 2 years of Emergency Department (ED) nursing experience, including experience within the last year.
  • Current certifications:
    • BLS (Basic Life Support) issued by the American Heart Association
    • ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
    • PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
  • Associate of Science in Nursing or Associate Degree in Nursing.

Application Requirements

  • Work history and skills checklist current within the last year, relevant to emergency nursing.
  • Two supervisory reference forms from within the last two years.
  • Candidates' permanent address must be provided.

Additional Notes

  • Local candidates may be considered at a reduced rate.

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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