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Registered Nurse Med Surg Telemetry
Ottumwa, Iowa
Ottumwa Regional Health Center

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Registered Nurse - Med Surg Telemetry

Location: Ottumwa, Iowa
Employment Type: Travel Contract
Contract Length: 13 weeks

Job Details

Specialty: Medical-Surgical / Telemetry
Shift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM
Weekly Guaranteed Hours: 36 or 48 (candidate to specify preference)
Patient Ratio: 1:6 (with support staff including CNA and LPNs)
Patient Population: Primarily adults
Float Requirements: May be required to float within a 25-mile radius of the facility
Electronic Health Record (EHR): MediTech

Required Qualifications

Minimum 1 year of Medical-Surgical / Telemetry experience within the last year
Registered Nurse (RN) license valid in Iowa
BLS (Basic Life Support) certification
Healthcare Worker Certification (HWC)
Mandatory Reporter certification

Additional Information

Start Days: Monday or Tuesday starts allowed
Travel Experience: Preferred but not required
Number of Openings: 1
Work Environment: Team-oriented with a focus on individualized patient care
Dress Code: Scrubs (specific color not specified)

This position offers an opportunity to work in a well-established regional health center providing a wide range of medical and specialty services. The role requires flexibility to float within the local area and a commitment to maintaining all required certifications and clearances prior to starting.

Facility

Ottumwa Regional Health Center

2.9rating(26 reviews)

1 nurse recommends working with Ottumwa Regional Health Center

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ED - Emergency Department (RN)

Review of Ottumwa Regional Health Center on Mar 5, 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 Med Surg/Telemetry 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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