Acute Rehabilitation RN
Ottumwa, Iowa
Ottumwa Regional Health Center

Registered Nurse - Rehab (Travel)

Location: Ottumwa, Iowa
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: 7 PM – 7 AM
Weekly Hours: 36 or 48 (candidate to specify preference)
Weekend Hours: Every other weekend
Call Requirements: None

Unit & Patient Population

• Unit: Acute Rehabilitation
• Number of Beds: 13
• Patient Ratio: 1 RN to 6 patients
• Patient Population: Adult and Geriatric
• Common Diagnoses/Treatments: Neurological conditions, trauma, burns, gait training/strengthening, wound vac therapy
• Equipment: Lift equipment
• Electronic Health Record (EHR): Meditech
• Float Requirements: MedSurg as needed

Required Qualifications

• Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Iowa
• Minimum 2 years of rehabilitation experience, including rehabilitation experience within the last year
• Acute care experience
• BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
• Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)

Additional Information

• Prior travel experience preferred but not required
• No call responsibilities
• Start days allowed: Monday or Tuesday
• Housing options available (details provided upon submission)

Summary

This travel RN position in acute rehabilitation offers a night shift with flexible guaranteed hours and no call. The role involves caring for adult and geriatric patients with neurological, trauma, and wound care needs. Candidates must have a valid Iowa RN license, BLS certification, and at least 2 years of acute care experience. Strict onboarding requirements include comprehensive background checks, drug screening, immunizations, and mandatory reporter certification. Prior travel experience is a plus but not mandatory.