Travel Contract

PACU Registered Nurse
Ottumwa, IA
LifePoint
4x10 hrs, Days

$2,362/week

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Overview

Start DateASAP
Shift Breakdown4x10 hrs
ShiftDays
Duration13 weeks

Pay

4% higher than average Registered Nurse / Post Anesthesia Care Nurse pay in Iowa

Estimated total pay

$2,362/week

Description

Travel RN Opportunity - PACU Specialty

Location: Ottumwa, Iowa
Employment Type: Travel

Position Details

Specialty: PACU (Post Anesthesia Care Unit)
Shift: 7:30 AM – 6:00 PM
Weekly Hours: 40 hours guaranteed
Call Requirements: Self-scheduling; currently 1 weekday per week and 1 weekend every 3-4 weeks (varies by staffing)
Float Requirements: Minimal; occasional float to linen services or med/surg as a sitter (after training)

Experience & Certifications

Required Specialty Experience: Minimum 2 years in an acute care facility
Required Certifications:
- BLS (Basic Life Support)
- ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support)
- PALS (Pediatric Advanced Life Support)
Licenses: Registered Nurse License

Unit & Patient Population

Unit: 2nd Floor, PACU
Patient Population: Pediatric, adolescent, adult, geriatric
Patient Volume: 30-35 cases per shift
EHR System: Meditech

Skills & Requirements

Must Have Skills: Experience with C-Section patients
Personality Fit: Collaborative team player providing individualized, seamless care

Contract Length

Duration: 13 weeks

Additional Information

Minimal floating required
Self-scheduling call system
Team-oriented environment with a focus on high-quality, individualized patient care

Note: Prior travel experience is not explicitly required for this position.

Employer

LifePoint

Response timewithin an hour

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About Ottumwa, IA

As a Travel Post Anesthesia Care 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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