Telemetry Registered Nurse
Ottumwa, IA
LifePoint
3x12 hrs, Days
$2,074/weekOverview
- Start DateASAP
- Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
- ShiftDays
- Duration13 weeks
Pay
Description
Registered Nurse - Telemetry
Location: Ottumwa, Iowa
Employment Type: Travel Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Job Summary
Provide nursing care primarily for adult patients on a telemetry unit. The position offers a 36 or 48 hour weekly guarantee with a 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM shift. May require floating within a 25-mile radius of the facility.
Unit Information
- Specialty: Medical-Surgical Telemetry
- Patient Ratio: 1:6 (supported by CNA and LPN staff)
- Electronic Health Record (EHR) system: MediTech
- Patient Population: Adults
- Certifications Required: BLS (Basic Life Support) mandatory; ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) preferred but not required; Heart Wave Certification (HWC) required
- Onboarding Requirements:
- Iowa SING background check clearance (criminal and child abuse portions mandatory)
- All background checks fully cleared prior to start (no instant or statewide searches accepted)
- Mandatory reporter certification for child and adult required
- 10-panel drug screening including opiates
- Titers must be current within the last 12 months
- Start Days Allowed: Monday or Tuesday
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Iowa
- Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
- Minimum 1 year of recent experience in Medical-Surgical and Telemetry nursing within the last year
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Heart Wave Certification (HWC)
- Mandatory Reporter certification
Preferred Qualifications
- Prior travel nursing experience preferred but not required
Additional Information
- Patient care involves a variety of adult medical-surgical and telemetry cases
- Team-oriented environment with support staff available
- Housing options available (details not included)
Note: Candidates must submit a full packet including resume, self-assessment, and skills checklist.
Employer
LifePoint
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Cons
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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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