Med Surg/Telemetry RN
Ottumwa, IA
Catalytic Solutions
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus
$2,059/weekOverview
- Start Date11/16/2026
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Benefits
- Benefits start day 1
- Sick pay
- Life insurance
- Referral bonus
- Health savings account
- Discount program
- Medical benefits
- Dental benefits
- Vision benefits
- Wellness and fitness programs
- License and certification reimbursement
- Pet insurance
Description
At Catalytic Solutions, we’re redefining what healthcare staffing should feel like. We believe outstanding patient care begins with clinicians who feel supported, respected, and empowered. That’s why we combine personalized recruiter relationships with transparent, tech-driven processes that make every assignment simple, seamless, and rewarding.
We partner with top healthcare systems nationwide to deliver high-quality travel nurses and allied professionals at competitive rates—while ensuring our clinicians earn industry-leading pay packages. Behind every placement is our experienced operations team handling compliance, credentialing, and communication so you can focus on delivering exceptional care.
Catalytic Solutions—where clinicians thrive, partners trust us, and healthcare staffing gets smarter.
RN - Med Surg
Location: Ottumwa, Iowa Employment Type: Travel Contract Length: 13 weeks Openings: 1
Role Details
- Specialty: MS/Tele
- Population: Primarily adults (unit profile also lists all patient populations)
- Patient Ratio: 1:6 (support staff: CNA, LPNs)
- Float Requirements: May be required to float within a 25-mile radius of the facility
Schedule
- Shift: 7a-7p
- Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36 or 48 (candidates may indicate a preference for 48 guaranteed hours on submission)
- Starts: Monday or Tuesday starts accommodated
- Travel Eligibility: Must live more than 60 miles from the facility to be considered travel
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Iowa
- Med Surg / Telemetry experience: 1 year, completed within the last year
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Health and Wellness Certification (HWC)
- Mandatory Reporter Certification (Adult)
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) / Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Onboarding Requirements
- Iowa state background check, criminal and child abuse portions, must be cleared with no exceptions
- All county and state background checks must be fully cleared before start; instant or statewide searches are not accepted
- Mandatory reporter certification (child and adult)
- 10-panel drug screen including opiates
- Titers dated within the last 12 months
Employer
Catalytic Solutions
At Catalytic Solutions, we’re redefining what healthcare staffing should feel like. We believe outstanding patient care begins with clinicians who feel supported, respected, and empowered. That’s why we combine personalized recruiter relationships with transparent, tech-driven processes that make every assignment simple, seamless, and rewarding.
We partner with top healthcare systems nationwide to deliver high-quality travel nurses and allied professionals at competitive rates—while ensuring our clinicians earn industry-leading pay packages. Behind every placement is our experienced operations team handling compliance, credentialing, and communication so you can focus on delivering exceptional care.
Catalytic Solutions—where clinicians thrive, partners trust us, and healthcare staffing gets smarter.
About Ottumwa, IA
As a Travel Med Surg/Telemetry Nurse in Ottumwa, IA here's what you should know:- Ottumwa's cost of living is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Wages generally match up with the lower cost of living.
- In summer, average highs are around 85°F, and in winter, average lows are around 15°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find in Ottumwa.
- Ottumwa is car-friendly, and public transportation options are limited.
- The population is diverse, with a range of age groups.
- Common health issues may include obesity and diabetes.
- There is a small but active community of travel nurses in Ottumwa.
- Ottumwa offers a variety of restaurants, including local diners and international cuisine.
- There are art galleries, live music events, and sports activities.
- Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy parks, hiking trails, and nearby lakes for fishing and boating.
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