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Travel Nurse RN - CVICU
Lawton, Oklahoma
Comanche County Memorial Hospital

$2,098-2,167/week
Posted 4 days ago  Verified
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    Certification details
  • Licensure & Certifications (OK State License or compact & BLS - AHA, NIH, ACLS - AHA, & PALS - AHA)
    Job details
  • 13-week assignment for an open ICU. The unit is a medical ICU, Surgical ICU, CVICU and neuro ICU. In the event the helicopter cannot fly, we will care for pediatric patients in the unit. The unit is consists of two sections containing a 14-bed unit and a 12-bed unit. Patient’s placement is determined based on bed availability not by reason for admittance. Staffing ratio in ICU is 1:2 with the occasional 1:3 for ICU patients. Low census may result in floating to CVCU, which is a 1:4 staffing, or to ED to care for hold patients with the same patient ratios. RNs wear navy blue scrubs.
    Job requirements
  • At least 2+ years of experience - Required
  • Traveler will work CVICU, ICU, CCU, & MSICU (Med/Surg) - Required - Please ensure your traveler agrees to a full float position
  • Recent traveler experience - highly preferred
    Additional Details
  • Traveler will work CVICU, ICU, CCU, & MSICU (Med/Surg) - Required - Please ensure your traveler agrees to a full float position
  • Recent traveler experience - highly preferred
  • Candidates' Permanent Address (Facility will consider local candidates at a reduced rate)
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About Lawton, OK

As a Travel Cardiovascular ICU 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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