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Behavioral Health Registered Nurse
Ottumwa, Iowa
Ottumwa Regional Health Center

$1,650-2,806/week

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Registered Nurse - Behavioral Health

Location: Ottumwa, Iowa
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: 7 PM – 7 AM
Weekly Hours: 36 or 48 guaranteed
Call Requirements: No call
Patient Population: Adult Behavioral Health Unit (ages 18-65)
Patient Types: Anxiety, Depression, Manic disorders, Borderline personality, Suicidal ideation
Unit Details:

14 beds (average daily census ~7)
Patient ratio: 1:6
May be required to float within a 25-mile radius
Electronic Health Record system: MediTech

Required Qualifications

Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Iowa
Minimum of 2 years of Behavioral Health nursing experience, including experience within the last year
Associate of Science in Nursing (ASN) or Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)
Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification
Prior travel nursing experience

Additional Information

Education: ADN or BSN required
No call responsibilities
Housing options available
Start days allowed: Monday or Tuesday

This position offers the opportunity to work with a dedicated team providing individualized care in a behavioral health setting.

Facility

Ottumwa Regional Health Center

2.9rating(26 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with Ottumwa Regional Health Center

5.0rating

Anonymous

Correctional (RN)

Review of Ottumwa Regional Health Center on Aug 25, 2025

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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 Behavioral Health 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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