Travel Contract

Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN
Ottumwa, IA
LifePoint
3x12 hrs, Days

$2,203/week
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Overview

  • Start DateASAP
  • Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
  • ShiftDays
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,203/week

Description

Travel RN Opportunity - MS/Telemetry

Location: Ottumwa, Iowa
Employment Type: Travel


Job Details

  • Specialty: Medical-Surgical / Telemetry (MS/Tele)
  • Shift: 7:00 AM – 7:00 PM
  • Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36 or 48 (candidate to specify preference)
  • Contract Length: 13 weeks
  • Number of Openings: 1
  • Float Requirements: May be required to float within a 25-mile radius of the facility
  • Patient Ratio: 1:6 (with support staff including CNAs and LPNs)
  • Patient Population: Primarily adults

Required Qualifications

  • Licensure: Registered Nurse (RN) license required
  • Certifications:
    • BLS (Basic Life Support) required
    • ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) is a plus but not required
    • Healthcare Worker Certification (HWC) required
  • Years of Experience: Minimum 2 years in specialty (MS/Tele)
  • Background Checks:
    • Must have Iowa SING background check cleared (criminal and child abuse portions)
    • All background checks (county and state) must be fully cleared prior to start (no instant or statewide searches accepted)
  • Drug Testing: 10-panel screening including opiates required
  • Immunizations: Titers must be from the last 12 months
  • Mandatory Reporter Certification: Child and Adult mandatory reporter certification required
  • Start Days: Monday or Tuesday starts allowed

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior travel experience preferred but not required

Additional Information

  • Electronic Health Record (EHR) system used: MediTech
  • Unit may require floating within a 25-mile radius
  • Patient population includes adults across medical-surgical and telemetry services
  • Dress code and scrub color details to be provided upon placement

Summary

This travel RN position in Iowa offers a 13-week contract on a medical-surgical/telemetry unit with 36 or 48 guaranteed hours per week. Candidates must have at least 2 years of experience in the specialty, current RN licensure, and required certifications including BLS and healthcare worker certification. Prior travel experience is preferred but not mandatory. Background checks and immunization requirements are strict and must be completed prior to start. The role includes potential floating within a 25-mile radius and uses the MediTech EHR system.

Employer

LifePoint

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About Ottumwa, IA

As a Travel Medical Surgical Nurse in Ottumwa, IA here's what you should know:
Cost of Living
  • 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.
Weather
  • In summer, average highs are around 85°F, and in winter, average lows are around 15°F.
Furnished Housing
  • Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find in Ottumwa.
Transportation
  • Ottumwa is car-friendly, and public transportation options are limited.
Demographics
  • 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.
Things to Do
  • 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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