Med Surg Telemetry RN
Ottumwa, IA
LifePoint
3x12 hrs, Days
$2,074/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Registered Nurse – Med Surg Telemetry
Location: Ottumwa, Iowa
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36 or 48 (indicate preference upon submission)
Number of Openings: 1
Job Description
- Patient Population: Primarily adults on a Medical-Surgical Telemetry unit
- Patient Ratio: 1:6 (with support from CNAs and LPNs)
- May be required to float within a 25-mile radius of the facility
- Electronic Health Record system: MediTech
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Iowa
- Minimum of 1 year of telemetry nursing experience within the last year
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Certifications:
- Basic Life Support (BLS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Healthcare Worker Certification (HWC)
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior travel nursing experience preferred but not required
Additional Information
- Start days allowed: Monday or Tuesday
- Patient population includes a wide range of adult medical and surgical cases with telemetry monitoring
- The unit supports a collaborative team environment with a focus on individualized patient care
Summary
This travel RN position on a Med Surg Telemetry unit in Iowa requires a minimum of 1 year of recent telemetry experience, current RN licensure, and specific certifications. The role offers a 13-week contract with flexible guaranteed hours and requires compliance with strict onboarding background and drug screening requirements. Prior travel experience is a plus but not mandatory.
Employer
LifePoint
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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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