Travel Registered Nurse Stepdown Job
Registered Nurse – Stepdown | Lawton, OK, United States | Start May 7, 2026 | 13-week travel assignment | $2,043–$2,054 per week | Guaranteed hours: 0 | Shift: 3x12-hour day shifts | Work setting: step-down unit in a hospital
Key Highlights
- Weekly pay: $2,043–$2,054 per week
- Guaranteed hours: 0
- Contract duration: 13 weeks
- Shift: 3x12-hour day shifts
- Start date: May 7, 2026
- Location and setting: Lawton, OK; Step-down unit in a hospital
Responsibilities
- Provide direct nursing care for step-down unit patients, including STEMI/NSTEMI management, CP rule-out, CHF care, noninvasive ventilation, and post-cardiothoracic surgery after ICU care.
- Administer IV antiarrhythmic medications and monitor for arrhythmias, hemodynamic changes, and vascular compromise; respond to changes in patient status with appropriate interventions.
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams (cardiology, ICU, ER) to develop and adjust care plans, document assessments, and ensure timely progression of patient care.
- Monitor vital signs, continuous telemetry where required, and implement orders per physician and hospital protocol.
- Float to Med/Surg or ER to cover CVCU/Med Surg holds as needed, adhering to unit policies and scope of practice.
- Maintain infection control practices, patient safety, and accurate charting in compliance with regulatory standards.
Requirements
- Oklahoma RN license (active) or eligible for licensure in Oklahoma
- Minimum 2 years of SDU/step-down nursing experience
- Ability to float to Med/Surg or ER to cover CVCU/Med Surg holds
- Certifications: ACLS and NIHSS required
- Willingness to work in a high-acuity step-down setting and to follow unit-specific protocols
- Evening/morning schedule flexibility and capacity to work 3x12-hour day shifts; weekend coverage as described
Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support throughout the assignment
- Dedicated assignment support to assist with onboarding and credentialing
- Fast credentialing process to shorten start time
- Onsite onboarding and ongoing clinical support as needed
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Please note: Pay rates and guaranteed hours are estimates and may vary. Final compensation packages and confirmed hours will be discussed during the hiring process.
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