Travel Nurse RN - Medical-Surgical - $56 to $60 per hour in Lawton, OK

Registered Nurse (RN) | Medical-Surgical
Location: Lawton, OK
Agency: United Health Care Staffing, Inc.
Pay: $56 to $60 per hour
Shift Information: Days - 3 days x 12 hours
Start Date: ASAP

About the Position

Location: Lawton, OK

Start Date: 04-23-2026

End Date: 07-23-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Day shift, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM (Days)

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $60 per hour

About United Health Care Staffing

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day. Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

Roles & Responsibilities

• Provide compassionate, evidence-based nursing care to Med-Surg patients on a 14-bed unit
• Assess patient condition and respond quickly to changes in status
• Administer medications, manage IVs, and coordinate treatments safely
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to create and execute patient care plans
• Educate patients and families about diagnoses, procedures and discharge plans
• Document assessments, interventions and patient responses accurately and promptly
• Support unit throughput by coordinating admissions, discharges and transfers efficiently

Qualifications

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (state of practice or compact license preferred)
• Minimum Med-Surg clinical experience preferred (prior Med-Surg unit work is a plus)
• BLS required; ACLS and other certifications encouraged where applicable
• Comfortable with a 1:5 patient ratio on a busy 14-bed Med-Surg unit
• Strong communication, critical thinking, and teamwork skills

Education

• Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN) or Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) preferred

Knowledge & Skills

• Solid knowledge of medical-surgical nursing principles and best practices
• Proficiency with medication administration and IV therapy
• Ability to perform thorough patient assessments and prioritize care
• Familiarity with electronic medical records and accurate documentation
• Skilled at patient/family education and discharge planning

Benefits

• Generous housing stipend and travel support to help you settle in quickly
• Medical, dental & vision coverage to keep you healthy
• Licensure assistance & reimbursement so paperwork isn’t a headache
• Paid time off to recharge and avoid burnout
• A supportive team that values YOU and your clinical judgment
• 401K retirement savings options to plan for the future
• Life insurance and short-term disability for peace of mind
• Referral bonus program — bring a friend, get rewarded

Travel Perks: Explore Lawton, OK

Explore the natural beauty around Lawton: hike or snap photos at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge and climb Mount Scott for sweeping views. Relax at Medicine Park’s charming cobblestone village, enjoy fishing or boating at Lake Lawtonka, and learn local history at Fort Sill. Weekend drives to nearby regional attractions, local eateries serving hearty Oklahoma fare, and community events make for a rewarding off-duty life.

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