Travel Registered Nurse Med Surg Job

Overview
Registered Nurse | Med Surg | Lawton, OK | Start 08/13/2026 | 13-week travel assignment | $1,955–$1,963 per week | 36 guaranteed hours per week | Shift: 3x12-hour day shifts (7:00 AM–7:00 PM). Supportive inpatient medical-surgical unit in a 14-bed setting with a 1:5 nurse-to-patient ratio. Assignment facilitated by Healthforce Healthcare LLC.

Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $1,955–$1,963 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 12-hour day shifts, 3 days per week (7:00 AM–7:00 PM)
- Start date: 08/13/2026
- Unit setting: 14-bed Med-Surg unit with 1:5 patient ratio
- Travel assignment through Healthforce Healthcare LLC

Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care for adult medical-surgical patients on a 14-bed unit, with careful monitoring and timely responses to changes in condition
- Administer medications, IV therapies, and treatments as prescribed; perform point-of-care testing and routine procedures within scope
- Document care in the electronic health record; update care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team
- Assist with admissions, transfers, and discharges; educate patients and families on Condition, treatments, and post-acute care needs
- Maintain patient safety, apply infection control practices, and adhere to unit protocols and regulatory standards
- Participate in rounds and care coordination with physicians, case managers, and ancillary staff to support efficient patient flow

Requirements
- Eligibility to work in the assigned inpatient Med-Surg unit on a 13-week travel contract
- Willingness and ability to work 12-hour day shifts (7:00 AM–7:00 PM) on a 3x12 schedule
- Demonstrated ability to care for adult medical-surgical patients in a unit with 1:5 patient ratio
- Effective communication, teamwork, and documentation skills
- Ability to complete credentialing and onboarding processes and comply with unit policies and safety standards

Benefits and Support
- Dedicated recruiter and 24/7 travel support
- Assignment coordination and credentialing assistance
- Potential extension opportunities beyond the initial contract
- Access to nationwide assignments through the staffing organization

Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.

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About Healthforce

Healthforce is a nationwide travel healthcare staffing agency connecting travel nurses and allied health professionals with high-quality contract assignments across the United States.

We specialize in placing clinicians in travel nursing jobs , allied health travel assignments , and local contract opportunities in hospitals, long-term care facilities, and outpatient settings. Whether you are an experienced traveler or taking your first assignment, Healthforce provides the support and opportunities you need to succeed.

Travel Nursing and Allied Health Opportunities Nationwide

Healthforce partners with healthcare facilities across the country to offer a wide range of opportunities for nurses and allied professionals.

• Travel RN jobs in Med Surg, ICU, ER, LTC, and more
• Allied health travel jobs including CT Tech, Rad Tech, PT, OT, Respiratory, and more
• Local contract and per diem opportunities
• Short-term and 13-week travel assignments

Our goal is simple: match you with the right assignment, in the right location, at the right pay.

What Makes Healthforce Different

We know that travel healthcare professionals have options. That is why we focus on delivering a better experience at every step of the process.

• Competitive weekly pay packages with transparent breakdowns
• Fast credentialing support to help you get submitted quickly
• Dedicated recruiters who stay with you from submission to start
• 24/7 support while you are on assignment
• Nationwide job access across multiple specialties and care settings

We do not just place you in a job. We help you build a sustainable travel healthcare career.

Built for Travel Nurses and Allied Professionals

Healthforce is designed around the needs of today’s travel healthcare workforce. We make it easier for clinicians to move quickly, stay informed, and access strong opportunities across the country.

• Quick submissions to open jobs
• Access to multiple job options at once
• Flexible assignment locations
• Ongoing support throughout your contract

Whether you are searching for your next assignment or planning your first travel job, our team is here to help you move forward with confidence.

Start Your Next Travel Assignment

Healthforce is actively hiring travel nurses and allied healthcare professionals for assignments nationwide.

Apply today to connect with a recruiter and explore current travel nursing and allied health job opportunities.