Med Surg Telemetry RN
Ottumwa, IA
Host Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

Job Opportunity: RN - Med Surg Telemetry (Travel)

Location: Ottumwa, Iowa
Contract Length: 13 weeks (approximately 3 months)
Employment Type: Travel

Job Details

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

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Iowa
• Minimum 1 year of Med Surg / Telemetry experience within the last year
• Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
• Healthcare Worker Certification (HWC)
• NIH Stroke Scale (NIHSS) certification
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Additional Information

• Start Days: Monday or Tuesday starts allowed
• Travel Experience: Preferred but not required
• Work Environment:

  • High-quality medical staff with a broad range of specialties
  • Collaborative team focused on individualized patient care
• Housing: Options available (details not included)

Summary

This travel RN position in Med Surg Telemetry requires at least 1 year of specialty experience within the last year, an active Iowa RN license, and specific certifications including BLS and NIHSS. The role offers a 13-week contract with 36 or 48 guaranteed hours per week on a day shift. Prior travel experience is preferred but not mandatory. Candidates must meet strict background check and drug screening requirements before starting.