Travel Contract

Emergency Department RN
Ottumwa, IA
LifePoint
3x12 hrs, Days, Nights

$2,326/week

Posted 6 days ago

Overview

Start Date10/19/2026
Shift Breakdown3x12 hrs
ShiftDays, Nights
Duration13 weeks

Pay

4% higher than average Registered Nurse / Emergency Department Nurse pay in Iowa

Estimated total pay

$2,326/week

Estimated taxable pay
$1,080/week
Estimated non-taxable stipends
$1,246/week

Description

RN - Emergency Dept

Overview

Travel RN role in the Emergency Department
1 opening
Shift: 7A-7P
Weekly guaranteed hours: 36 or 48
Weekend requirement: every other weekend
Call: none
Patient population: all ages
Unit has 17 beds
Average patient ratio: 1:4
Average volume: 40 visits/day

Required Qualifications

Iowa SING background check to clear, including criminal and child abuse portions
All county and state background checks must be fully cleared before start
Mandatory reporter certification for child and adult
10-panel drug screen including opiates
Titers from the last 12 months for MMR, Hep B, Varicella, and TB
Valid RN license in Iowa
Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
ED - Emergency Department (2 years of experience)
ED - Emergency Department experience within the last year
One completed travel assignment
Experience in a(n) Acute Care setting
BLS
ACLS
PALS
TNCC
NIHSS

Preferred

Travel experience
2+ years in acute care

Schedule / Start Details

Weekly orientations
Mid-week starts allowed, except Wednesdays
Monday or Tuesday starts allowed

Housing

Housing options available on position at additional cost

Facility Notes

Regional health center
217 licensed beds
Services include ED, Critical Care, Med/Surg, Acute Rehab, OB, Pediatrics, Cath Lab, Diagnostics & therapeutic radiology, Wound Care, Pain Clinic, Sleep Lab, and Pathology

Employer

LifePoint

2.2rating(12 reviews)

2 nurses recommend working with LifePoint

Anonymous

Home Health (CNA)

5.0rating

Pros

How can I get in contact with you discuss the job situation whether you are hiring

Cons

We chatted last night after I have applied for the position and I am waiting to hear back from you.

Review of Yolanda Browne on May 22, 2026

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About Ottumwa, IA

As a Travel Emergency Department 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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