Inpatient Rehabilitation RN
Ottumwa, Iowa
Ottumwa Regional Health Center

Travel RN Opportunity - Inpatient Rehabilitation

Location: Ottumwa, Iowa
Specialty: Inpatient Rehab Registered Nurse (RN)
Shift: 7 PM - 7 AM
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Patient Population

• Primarily Adults and Geriatric patients

Unit Profile

• Unit: Acute Rehabilitation
• Number of Beds: 13
• Patient Ratio: 1 RN to 6 patients
• Equipment: Lift equipment available
• Electronic Health Record (EHR): Meditech

Job Details

• Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36 or 48 (candidate to specify preference)
• Weekend Hours: Every other weekend
• Call Requirements: None
• Float Requirements: May float to MedSurg as needed
• Required Certifications: BLS
• Required Experience: Minimum 1 year of acute care experience
• Preferred Experience: Travel experience preferred but not required; MedSurg and LTAC experience accepted

Common Diagnoses and Treatments

• Neurological conditions
• Trauma
• Burns
• Gait training and strengthening
• Wound vac management

Onboarding Requirements

• Iowa SING background check clearance (criminal and child abuse portions required)
• All background checks (county and state) must be fully cleared prior to start (no instant or statewide searches accepted)
• Mandatory reporter certification (child and adult)
• 10-panel drug test including opiates
• Current titers within last 12 months for MMR, Hep B, Varicella, and TB
• Start days allowed: Monday or Tuesday

Additional Notes

• Housing options available
• Must submit full candidate packet including resume, self-assessment, and skills checklist

This position offers the opportunity to work in a well-established regional health center with a dedicated team providing comprehensive rehabilitation services.