Registered Nurse - Med-Surg in Lawton, OK

Registered Nurse - Med-Surg Location: Lawton, Oklahoma Start Date: 02-23-2026 End Date: 05-25-2026 Contract Type: Travel Contract Shift Type: 12-hour day shifts, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM (specific days vary; day shift) Hours per Week: 36 Candidate Pay Rate: $56 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 • Assess patients across the lifespan and develop individualized nursing care plans • Perform thorough nursing diagnoses and implement evidence-based interventions • Lead and coordinate care with ancillary teams to maintain high standards of professional nursing • Provide skilled medical-surgical nursing care and monitor patient progress • Support quality improvement efforts and uphold facility policies and procedures • Document patient care accurately and communicate effectively with patients and families Qualifications • Minimum 6 months of medical-surgical nursing experience required • Active Oklahoma RN license required (compact license allowed) • BLS certification from the American Heart Association (AHA) required • NIHSS certification required (link provided by employer for 1-year NIHSS) • Must have active licenses/certifications at time of submission and be able to provide work history and permanent address • Able to collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and demonstrate leadership in clinical settings Knowledge & Skills • Patient assessment and development of nursing diagnoses • Care planning for infants, children, adolescents, adults, and geriatrics • Medical-surgical nursing skills and clinical judgment • Leadership and teamwork when working with ancillary staff • Pediatric and geriatric care considerations • Effective communication and care coordination Benefits • Robust orientation program for nursing travelers (nursing orientation begins on Thursdays) to help you get settled quickly • Work at a 265-bed regional referral center with a wide range of specialties — great exposure and learning opportunities • Supportive team culture with collaborative ancillary staff and strong leadership • Professional development and certification guidance, including NIHSS resources • Assistance with licensure requirements and documentation to simplify submissions • Opportunities to care for patients across the lifespan — diverse clinical experience from pediatrics to geriatrics • Meaningful work that directly impacts community health in Southwest Oklahoma • Flexible travel assignment experience to expand your resume and clinical skills Travel Perks: Explore Lawton, Oklahoma Explore the great outdoors around Lawton: hike or drive up Mount Scott and experience sweeping views in the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, see bison and unique rock formations, enjoy boating and fishing at Lake Lawtonka, stroll Medicine Park with its quaint shops and local eateries, and visit historic Fort Sill for museums and military history. Weekend-day trips to nearby state parks and scenic areas make this a great spot for nature lovers and photographers. Apply Now Ready to start your next adventure as a Registered Nurse - Med-Surg? Let's get you moving forward! Send your resume to jobs@uhcstaffing.com or call us at 408-441-9200 today. Hashtags #RegisteredNurseJobs #RNJobsLawtonOK #MedSurgNurse #TravelNurse #UHCCareers #HealthcareJobs #NursingCareers #LawtonOKJobs #PatientCare #ClinicalNursing