LifePoint is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Ottumwa, Iowa.
Job Description & Requirements
- Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
- Discipline: RN
- Duration: 13 weeks
- 36 hours per week
- Shift: 12 hours, nights
- Employment Type: Travel
Job Title: Travel RN – Emergency Room (ER)
Facility: Ottumwa Regional Health CenterLocation: Ottumwa, IAShift: 7:00 PM – 7:00 AM (Night Shift)Start Days: Monday or Tuesday starts allowedContract Type: Travel AssignmentDepartment: The Iowa Clinic Cardiovascular | Ottumwa Medical Clinic
Position Summary:
Ottumwa Regional Health Center is seeking an experienced and dedicated Travel Registered Nurse (RN) to join their Emergency Room team. This role is ideal for nurses who excel in high-acuity environments and are committed to providing exceptional patient care during critical situations.
Key Responsibilities:
- Deliver direct patient care in the Emergency Department.
- Triage and assess patients with acute and emergent conditions.
- Administer medications and treatments per physician orders.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Maintain accurate and timely documentation in accordance with hospital policies.
Required Qualifications:
- Active RN license (Iowa or compact state).
- Minimum 2 years of recent ER experience.
- BLS, ACLS, and PALS certifications (current).
- Strong clinical assessment and critical thinking skills.
Credentialing & Compliance Requirements:
Iowa SING Background Check – Must include both Criminal and Child Abuse portions.➡️ No exceptions.All background checks (county and state) must be fully cleared prior to start.➡️ No instant or statewide searches accepted.Mandatory Reporter Certification – Required for both Child and Adult abuse.Drug Screening – Must be a 10-panel test, including opiates.Titers – Must be dated within the last 12 months for the following:- MMR
- Hepatitis B
- Varicella
- TB