Travel Registered Nurse Behavioral Health / Psychiatric Job
Registered Nurse – Behavioral Health / Psychiatric | Travel assignment in Lawton, Oklahoma | Start June 1, 2026 | 13 weeks | $1,643–$1,670 per week | 36 guaranteed hours per week | Shift: 3x12-hour nights | Inpatient behavioral health care setting
Key Highlights
- Start date: June 1, 2026
- Location: Lawton, Oklahoma, United States
- Travel assignment: 13 weeks
- Shift: 3x12-hour nights
- Guaranteed hours: 36 per week
- Weekly pay range: $1,643–$1,670
Responsibilities
- Contribute to input used in formulating the patient care plan based on assessments and team input.
- Attend weekly clinical staffing and review of patient treatment plans.
- Directly educate patients and families about medications and treatment options.
- Ensure emotional and mental observations are reported to medical and clinical staff and documented accurately in the patient chart.
- Lead teaching and educational groups on the APU schedule.
- Train LPNs and MHTs in charting, vital signs, patient routines, proper vital signs and de-escalation techniques.
- Participate as an active member of a Performance Improvement (PI) team or other unit task forces.
- Accept appropriate lectures, educational, or marketing assignments as directed by the Manager.
- Maintain Therapeutic Options certification up to date.
- Serve as a positive, professional role model for patients and coworkers.
Requirements
- Current Oklahoma RN license (active)
- Minimum of 2 years in psychiatric/behavioral health experience (required)
- Certifications: NIH and BLS (AHA) required
- De-escalation training preferred
- Ability to work in an inpatient behavioral health setting
- Recent traveler experience preferred
Benefits and Support
- 24/7 recruiter and travel support
- Dedicated support throughout the assignment
- Guaranteed hours (36 per week)
- 13-week travel assignment with clear start and end dates
- Support for credentialing and onboarding processes
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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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