RN Behavioral Health
Ottumwa, Iowa
Ottumwa Regional Health Center
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Job info
Registered Nurse – Behavioral Health
Location: Ottumwa, Iowa
Employment Type: Travel
Contract Length: 13 weeks
Shift: Day shift (7:00 AM – 7:00 PM)
Weekly Hours: 36 or 48 hours guaranteed
Call Requirements: No call
Patient Population: Adult Behavioral Health Unit (ages 18-65)
Unit Details:
- 14 beds, average daily census around 7
- Patient ratio approximately 1:6
- Electronic Health Record system: MediTech
- Patient diagnoses include anxiety, depression, manic disorders, borderline personality disorder, and suicidal ideation
Required Qualifications
- Valid Registered Nurse (RN) license in Iowa
- Minimum 2 years of Behavioral Health nursing experience, with 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)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) certification
- Crisis Prevention Intervention (CPI) certification
Additional Information
- May be required to float within a 25-mile radius of the facility
- Dress code details not specified
- Start days allowed: Monday or Tuesday
- Candidate submission must include full packet: resume, self-assessment, and skills checklist
Summary
This travel RN position in Behavioral Health requires a minimum of 2 years of experience in psychiatric nursing, valid Iowa RN licensure, and specific certifications including BLS and CPI. The role involves working day shifts on a 14-bed adult behavioral health unit with a focus on patients experiencing a range of mental health conditions. Prior travel nursing experience is mandatory. Background checks, drug screening, and immunization requirements must be met before starting.
Facility
Ottumwa Regional Health Center
1 nurse recommends working with Ottumwa Regional Health Center
- Short Term Acute Care
- 120 beds
About Ottumwa, IA
As a Travel Behavioral Health Nurse in Ottumwa, IA here's what you should know:- 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.
- In summer, average highs are around 85°F, and in winter, average lows are around 15°F.
- Short term rentals are available and relatively easy to find in Ottumwa.
- Ottumwa is car-friendly, and public transportation options are limited.
- 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.
- 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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