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Emergency Dept RN
Ottumwa, Iowa
Ottumwa Regional Health Center

$1,912-2,821/week
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RN - Emergency Dept

Overview

  • Travel RN position in Ottumwa, Iowa
  • Specialty: Emergency Department
  • Shift: 7:00 PM to 7:00 AM
  • Weekly guaranteed hours: 36 or 48
  • Contract length: 13 weeks
  • Call coverage may be needed to cover daily volume and 24/7 call needs
  • Patient population is primarily adults and geriatrics

Required Qualifications

  • Valid RN license in Iowa
  • Associate of Science in Nursing / Associate Degree in Nursing
  • ED - Emergency Department (1 year of experience)
  • ED - Emergency Department experience within the last year
  • ACLS issued by American Heart Association
  • TNCC

Schedule and Start Details

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

Housing

  • Housing options are available for the assignment at additional cost

Facility

Ottumwa Regional Health Center

2.9rating(27 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with Ottumwa Regional Health Center

3.0rating

Pros

Ratios 1:14, one nurse, one tech

Cons

2022-disorganization in upper management at the time, cut stated wages after first week.

Bev K
Bev K
Psychiatric (RN)
Contract Position Jun '23 - Sep '23
Review of Ottumwa Regional Health Center on Jul 27, 2026
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  • Short Term Acute Care
  • 120 beds
ADDRESS1001 Pennsylvania AvenueOttumwa, IA 52501
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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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