Travel Contract

OR RN
Ottumwa, IA
Care Career
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,727/week
Posted 2 days ago

Overview

  • Start Date10/26/2026
  • Shift Breakdown5x8 hrs
  • ShiftDays
  • Duration13 weeks

Pay

Estimated total pay
$2,727/week
  • Estimated taxable pay
    $1,460/week
  • Estimated non-taxable stipends
    $1,267/week

Benefits

  • Referral bonus
  • Weekly pay
  • Medical benefits
  • Continuing Education
  • Dental benefits
  • Vision benefits

Qualifications

The employer will review your Vivian profile and compare it against the job qualifications listed below.
Required
    Profile
  • Your "Profile Strength" must be at 100%
    Work Experience
  • Registered Nurse (2 years)
Other qualifications
    Education
  • Bachelor of Science, Bachelor of Science in Nursing or Associate of Science in Nursing

Description

Simplified Job Details – OR RN

Facility: Ottumwa Regional Health Center
Location: Ottumwa, IA
Address: 1001 Pennsylvania Avenue, Ottumwa, IA 52501
Specialty: Operating Room (OR) RN
Shift: 6:30 AM – 4:00 PM
Schedule: Days
Guaranteed Hours: 40 hours/week
Openings: 1
Start Days: Monday or Tuesday
Experience: 1–2 years acute-care experience
Local Rule: Candidates must live 60+ miles from the facility to qualify for travel rate

Unit Information

  • Department/Cost Center: 701
  • Cases: Approximately 30–35 cases/week
  • Equipment: Da Vinci X Robot, Stryker
  • EHR: Meditech
  • Scheduling: Self-scheduling
  • Weekend: 1 weekend within every 4 weeks
  • Weekday: 1 weekday every week
  • Float: Minimal; occasionally to Linen Services or Med-Surg as a sitter after training

Required Qualifications

  • BLS
  • ACLS
  • PALS
  • 1–2 years acute-care experience
  • C-section experience – REQUIRED
  • OR experience
  • Robot experience is preferred; willingness to learn robot procedures is a plus

Onboarding Requirements — Important

These are strict requirements:

  1. Iowa SING background check required
    • Criminal portion required
    • Child Abuse portion required
    • No exceptions
  2. All county and state background checks must be fully cleared before start
    • Instant or statewide-only searches are not accepted
  3. Mandatory Reporter Certification
    • Child
    • Adult
  4. 10-panel drug screen required
    • Must include opiates
  5. Titers must be within the last 12 months
    • MMR
    • Hepatitis B
    • Varicella
    • TB

Employer

Care Career

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With travel nursing jobs across the country, you can discover the possibilities that create the lifestyle and financial position that you have dreamed of.

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About Ottumwa, IA

As a Travel Operating Room 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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