Location: Lawton, OK

Start Date: 03-26-2026

End Date: 06-25-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

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

• Prepare, administer, and accurately document prescribed medications to ensure patient safety
• Change dressings and provide expert wound care to promote healing and prevent infection
• Insert and manage catheters, and start IVs as needed for treatment and hydration
• Adjust and monitor specialized medical equipment, interpreting readings and recording measurements
• Monitor patients vital signs closely and report any adverse reactions or concerning trends promptly
• Perform thorough patient assessments and communicate findings to the care team to guide treatment

Qualifications

• 2 years of medical-surgical nursing experience required
• NIHSS certification noted in the profile; facility provides a link and will review applicants who may not have active copies
• Experience with medication administration, IV therapy and insertion, wound care, and catheterization
• Strong patient monitoring and assessment abilities, with clear documentation skills
• Willingness to complete facility onboarding and credentialing requirements for travel staff

Education

• Graduate of an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN preferred)
• Relevant certifications as required by facility (NIHSS link provided)

Knowledge & Skills

• Skilled in medication administration and accurate medication record keeping
• Proficient with IV therapy, IV starts, and catheter care
• Knowledgeable in wound care techniques and dressing changes
• Adept at vital signs monitoring and interpreting patient data
• Comfortable adjusting and interpreting readings from specialized medical equipment
• Strong patient assessment and clinical judgment

Benefits

• Generous travel contract perks and support to help you feel at home while you work away from home
• Medical, dental, and vision coverage options to keep you healthy and focused on patients
• 401K retirement savings plan to help you plan for the future
• Life insurance and other protections for peace of mind
• Paid time off so you can recharge between assignments
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to make credentialing easier
• Referral bonus program to reward you for bringing great teammates aboard
• A collaborative, supportive team culture that values your skills and input
• Clear orientation process for nursing travelers, with nursing orientation starting on Thursdays

Travel Perks: Explore Lawton, OK

Lawton is the gateway to the Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge, a perfect spot for weekend hikes, wildlife watching, and scenic drives. Visit Fort Sill for local history or explore the Museum of the Great Plains for regional culture. Nearby Medicine Park offers a charming cobblestone village with shops, dining, and a creekside vibe. If you want a bigger-city day trip, Oklahoma City is an easy drive for museums, entertainment, and dining.

Hashtags

#RegisteredNurseJobs #LawtonOKJobs #HealthcareJobs #TravelNurse #MedSurgNursing #UHCCareers #NurseLife #CCMHJobs #TravelRN #ComancheCounty