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Location: Ottumwa, Iowa
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Position: Registered Nurse (RN) in Behavioral Health (Psychiatry)
Shift: 7 PM to 7 AM (Night Shift)
Weekly Hours: 36 or 48 hours guaranteed
Patient Population: Adults aged 18-65 with conditions such as anxiety, depression, manic disorders, borderline personality disorder, and suicidal ideation
Unit Size: 14 beds, average daily census around 7
Patient Ratio: 1 nurse to 6 patients
Electronic Health Record (EHR) system: MediTech
Float Requirement: May be required to float within a 25-mile radius of the facility
Call: No call requirements

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Iowa
Minimum 2 years of psychiatric nursing experience, including experience within the last year
Completion of at least one travel nursing assignment
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Current ACLS (Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support) certification
Current BLS (Basic Life Support) certification

Iowa SING Background Check clearance (including criminal and child abuse checks) with no exceptions
All background checks (county and state) must be fully cleared prior to start; instant or statewide searches are not accepted
Mandatory reporter certification for both child and adult required
Drug test: 10-panel screening including opiates
Immunization titers within the last 12 months for MMR, Hepatitis B, Varicella, and TB
Start days allowed: Monday or Tuesday

This position offers the opportunity to work in a dedicated behavioral health unit with a supportive team focused on individualized patient care.

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ADDRESS1001 Pennsylvania AvenueOttumwa, IA 52501

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.

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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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