<p>A 13-week travel contract is open for an Emergency Room RN at an acute care facility in Tahlequah, Oklahoma. This night-shift position offers a strong total compensation package combining an hourly base rate with a substantial weekly stipend, making it a high-value assignment for experienced ER nurses ready to work in a community acute care environment. Tahlequah is a manageable, close-knit market with consistent ER volume and a straightforward credentialing pathway for compact-state license holders.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Total compensation: $22.00/hour base rate plus $1,200 weekly tax-free stipend (travel and housing)</li> <li>Weekly direct deposit — pay arrives every week without delay</li> <li>Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and ancillary coverage</li> <li>Travel and housing stipends with access to an extensive corporate housing network and negotiated discounts</li> <li>Referral bonuses available</li> <li>Rewards and recognition program</li> <li>Dedicated licensing and compliance team to manage credentialing logistics</li> <li>24/7 team support throughout the duration of the assignment</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>13-week contract with an immediate start date</li> <li>Acute care facility — full-service emergency department setting</li> <li>12-hour night shifts; consistent schedule across the contract period</li> <li>Emergency room specialty focus — full-acuity ER nursing scope</li> <li>Criminal background check required as a condition of employment per state law</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Current, valid Oklahoma RN license or active compact state RN license required</li> <li>Minimum 2 years of Emergency Room nursing experience</li> <li>Current BLS certification required</li> <li>Current ACLS certification required</li> <li>Current PALS certification required</li> <li>Current TNCC (Trauma Nursing Core Course) certification required</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Tahlequah is a small city in the scenic Cherokee Hills region of northeastern Oklahoma, situated along the Illinois River — one of the state's premier destinations for float trips, kayaking, and outdoor recreation. As the capital of the Cherokee Nation, the city carries a rich cultural heritage and a welcoming small-town character. Tulsa is approximately 75 miles to the northwest, offering easy access to a major metro for dining, entertainment, and air travel while allowing you to enjoy a quieter pace of life during your assignment.</p>