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Travel Stepdown RN - $2,142 per week

GHR Healthcare, Lawton, OK, United States


Job Description & Requirements
GHR Healthcare is seeking a travel nurse RN Cardiac Stepdown for a travel nursing job in Lawton, Oklahoma.

Specialty:

Cardiac Stepdown

Discipline:

RN

Start Date:

ASAP

Duration:

13 weeks

36 hours per week

Shift:

12 hours

Employment Type:

Travel

Job Details

Weekly Estimated Pay: $1910 - $2010

Location: Lawton, OK 73505

Unit: Cardiac Stepdown (33 beds) – cardiac telemetry unit

Patient Ratio: 1:4

Shift: 12-hour days (6:00am – 6:00pm)

Hours per Week: 36 (Guaranteed)

Contract Duration: 13 weeks (Start: 4/23/2026 – End: 7/23/2026)

Type: Travel, On‑Site

Number of Positions: 2

Responsibilities

Provide direct patient care to cardiac stepdown/telemetry patients, including cardiac monitoring and ongoing assessment

Monitor telemetry strips, recognize arrhythmias, and elevate changes appropriately

Administer cardiac medications and treatments as prescribed (including IV meds, antiarrhythmics, and titratable drips as applicable)

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams (cardiology, respiratory therapy, case management) to develop and implement individualized care plans

Document patient assessments, interventions and responses accurately and in a timely manner

Educate patients and families on cardiac conditions, discharge plans and recovery processes

Maintain a safe, high-quality and supportive environment for patients and staff

Job Requirements / Qualifications

Active Registered Nurse (RN) license in the state of Oklahoma or compact RN license as required

Minimum 1 year recent experience in a cardiac stepdown, telemetry, or progressive care unit (PCU)

BLS certification (American Heart Association preferred)

ACLS certification preferred for cardiac nursing roles

Strong clinical assessment, EKG interpretation and communication skills

Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced cardiac care environment

Benefits

401K with Matching

Health, Dental and Vision Coverage

Competitive weekly pay for travel RNs and guaranteed hours

Work in a welcoming community with easy access to the Wichita Mountains and local parks

Equal Opportunity
We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity across our organization. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.

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