Travel Nurse RN - Pediatrics - in Lawton, OK

Registered Nurse (RN) | Pediatrics Location: Lawton, OK Agency: United Health Care Staffing, Inc. Pay: $60 per hour Shift Information: Days Start Date: ASAP

Travel Nurse Source  is working with United Health Care Staffing, Inc. to find a qualified Pediatrics RN in lawton, Oklahoma, 73503!

Psych RN - Peds – UHC Staffing Psych RN - Peds

Location: Lawton, OK

Start Date: 12-29-2025

End Date: 03-30-2026

Contract Type: Travel Contract

Shift Type: Rotating 12-hour day shifts, 7:00 AM - 7:00 PM (Days); exact days vary by schedule and may include weekends

Hours per Week: 36

Candidate Pay Rate: $60 per hour

At United Health Care Staffing (UHC Staffing), we believe healthcare staffing should be more than just finding a job. We are here to connect amazing professionals with opportunities that make their careers exciting, rewarding, and meaningful. With us, you're not just signing up for a contract you are joining a team that's got your back, answers your calls, and maybe even cracks a joke or two to brighten your day.

Think of us as the travel buddy who handles the logistics while you focus on what you do best helping people heal.

• Provide compassionate psychiatric nursing care to children and adolescents in the behavioral health setting
• Conduct thorough assessments and collaborate on individualized treatment plans
• Administer medications safely and monitor patients for therapeutic response and side effects
• Support de-escalation and crisis intervention using evidence-based behavioral techniques
• Communicate clearly with families, multidisciplinary teams, and community partners
• Serve as a resource on the unit when floating or filling charge nurse responsibilities
• Maintain accurate documentation and adhere to OKDHS fingerprinting/background check requirements

• Active Registered Nurse (RN) license (able to work in Oklahoma or compact-eligible)
• Experience or interest in pediatric psychiatric/behavioral health nursing; 12-hour shift experience preferred
• Must be 21 years of age or older to apply (per client requirement)
• Ability and willingness to float between units and assume charge duties when needed
• Successful completion of OKDHS fingerprinting background check prior to start
• Current BLS certification (or willingness to obtain promptly)

• Completion of an accredited nursing program (ADN or BSN)
• BSN preferred but ADNs with behavioral health experience are encouraged to apply

• Knowledge of child and adolescent psychiatric care and behavioral health interventions
• Strong therapeutic communication and crisis intervention skills
• Safe medication administration and monitoring practices
• Ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary treatment teams
• Flexibility and resilience in a fast-paced, variable-ratio staffing environment

• Generous housing stipend and travel support to make your move easy
• Comprehensive medical, dental & vision options so you can stay healthy
• Licensure assistance and reimbursement to keep your credentials current
• Travel reimbursement and relocation help to simplify your transition
• Paid time off to recharge between assignments
• Access to a supportive team that values your clinical voice and growth
• Professional development and continuing education support
• Clear clinical leadership and opportunities to expand pediatric psychiatric skills

Explore the natural beauty around Lawton: hike and wildlife-watch at Wichita Mountains Wildlife Refuge and climb Mount Scott for panoramic views; relax in the charming Medicine Park cobblestone village with shops and eateries; visit Fort Sill for local history and cultural exhibits; enjoy boating and picnicking at Lake Lawtonka; and take weekend trips to Quartz Mountain State Park for more outdoor adventure.

Plenty of local restaurants, community events, and small-town Oklahoma hospitality make for pleasant downtime between shifts.

Ready to start your next adventure as a Psych RN - Peds? Let's get you moving forward!

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About United Health Care Staffing, Inc.

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At United Health Care Staffing, we don’t just fill shifts; we fulfill bucket lists. Since 2004, we’ve been the ultimate career wingman for nurses, therapists, and allied health pros who crave better pay, real flexibility, and zero administrative headaches.

We believe you are a human, not just a headcount. Whether you are chasing travel adventures across the U.S. or seeking the perfect local placement, we handle the gritty logistics so you can focus on saving lives (and actually enjoying your days off).

Join the team where "Heart meets Tech"—and get the VIP career treatment you deserve.

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