<p>A 13-week travel RN contract in Tahlequah, Oklahoma is open for an experienced Emergency Room nurse ready to step into a fast-paced acute care environment on a night shift schedule. The position offers a strong total compensation package combining an hourly rate with a substantial weekly stipend, making it a high-value assignment for travel nurses seeking competitive pay in a community-based ER setting. Tahlequah sits in the scenic Cherokee Nation heartland of northeastern Oklahoma, offering a distinctive cultural backdrop and outdoor lifestyle that sets this assignment apart from typical metro placements.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Total compensation: $22/hour base rate plus $1,200 weekly stipend</li> <li>Weekly direct deposit</li> <li>Travel and housing stipends provided</li> <li>Access to an extensive housing network with corporate discounts</li> <li>Comprehensive health plan including medical, dental, vision, and ancillary benefits</li> <li>Referral bonus program</li> <li>Rewards and recognition program</li> <li>Dedicated licensing and compliance team support</li> <li>24/7 team support throughout the assignment</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Emergency Room specialty within an acute care facility</li> <li>13-week contract with defined start and end dates — ideal for travel nurses planning their schedule</li> <li>12-hour night shifts — consistent, predictable scheduling</li> <li>Community acute care setting serving the Tahlequah region and surrounding Cherokee Nation catchment area</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 the capital of the Cherokee Nation and the cultural heart of northeastern Oklahoma — a city with deep Native American heritage, a vibrant arts scene, and a strong sense of community identity. The surrounding region offers access to the Illinois River for kayaking and fishing, Tenkiller Ferry Lake, and the Ozark foothills, making it an appealing base for nurses who value outdoor recreation and a lower cost of living. Tulsa is approximately 75 miles to the west, providing easy access to a major metro for dining, entertainment, and air travel when the assignment calls for it.</p>