Travel Emergency Department RN - $2,074 per week

American Traveler 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
• Start Date: 09/06/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 36 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Assignment Overview

• Shift: Days, 3x12hrs
• Hours: 36 hrs/wk
• Start Date: Sep 6, 2026
• Length: 13 weeks
• Openings: 1

Description

American Traveler is hiring an experienced RN for an Emergency Department position requiring an active IA or compact license and 1-2 years of acute care experience.

Details

• Works in the Emergency Room of a 217-licensed-bed regional health center
• Unit has 17 beds and sees approximately 40 patient visits per day
• Patient ratio of 1:6
• Primarily adult and geriatric patient population
• Uses MediTech EHR system
• Day shift schedule from 7:00 AM to 7:00 PM
• Works every other weekend
• Call coverage required to support 24/7 daily volume needs

Requirements

• Active RN license (Iowa or Compact) required
• Current BLS (AHA), ACLS, and TNCC certifications required
• 1-2 years of RN experience in an acute care facility required
• Iowa SING background check required, including criminal and child abuse portions with no exceptions
• All background checks (county and state) must be fully cleared prior to start; instant or statewide searches not accepted
• Mandatory reporter certification required for both child and adult
• 10-panel drug screening required, including opiates
• Titers required within the last 12 months for MMR, Hepatitis B, Varicella, and TB

Additional Information

• Facility offers a wide range of services including ED, Critical Care, Med/Surg, Acute Rehab, OB, Pediatrics, Cath Lab, Diagnostics, Radiology, Wound Care, Pain Clinic, and Sleep Lab
• Housing options available for this assignment
• Monday or Tuesday start dates accepted
• Candidates must reside more than 60 miles from the facility to be eligible
• Candidates who have worked as permanent staff at any LifePoint facility within the last 12 months are not eligible
• Candidates cannot be employed elsewhere full time during the assignment
• Located in Ottumwa, IA, known for its river trails and status as the Video Game Capital of the World

American Traveler Job ID #P-740254. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 36 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Travel RN - Emergency Dept

About American Traveler

With over 25 years of experience, American Traveler has established a reputation for outstanding customer service. Our team ensures a smooth, worry-free experience for those starting on or expanding their travel nursing and allied careers.

With thousands of travel nursing and allied jobs nationwide, our attentive and approachable recruiters find positions that align perfectly with your career aspirations and personal requirements.

American Traveler offers exceptional benefits, including premium medical, dental, vision and life insurance beginning day one of your assignment, generous 401(k) match, substantial housing stipends, and more. Additionally, with 24/7 support and access to our in-house clinicians, you are assured confidence and comfort throughout your assignment.

With our team behind you, you can relax and enjoy a rewarding travel career.