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Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Lawton, Oklahoma
Comanche County Memorial Hospital

$1,824-2,299/week

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Certification details

BLS - AHA
OK State License
NIH Certification

Job details

This unit cares for STEMI/NSTEMI, CP rule out, CHF, Noninvasive Ventilation, Cardiothoracic surgery after ICU, antiarrhythmic IV medications, peripheral vascular compromise, etc.

Job requirements

At least 1 year of experience - Required
Float to Med/Surg or ER to take CVCU/Med Surg holds - Required
MUST HAVE CARDIAC EXPERIENCE (not just ICU) - Required
Work History
Skills Checklist (Stepdown/PCU Checklist), current to 1 year, pertinent to the specialty
2 Supervisory Reference Forms, taken within the last two years
Licensure & Certifications (OK State License or compact & BLS - AHA, NIH)

Schedule information

NO BLOCK SCHEDULING - Flexibility Required
Travelers start orientation on Thursdays

Unit specific information

33 bed cardiovascular care unit.
Patient Ratio: 1:4

Additional Details

Recent traveler experience - highly preferred
Candidates' Permanent Address (Facility will consider local candidates at a reduced rate)
Call Policy - On Call paid out at $2 per hour with 1 Hour Minimum
Local Policy - Applicants within 50 miles of Comanche County will be considered for a placement at 11% less the travel rate

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ADDRESS3401 W Gore BlvdLawton, OK 73505

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About Lawton, OK

As a Travel Progressive Care 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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