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Nurse Extern

Ottumwa Regional Health Center is a community hospital.

Posted Oct 16

Pay
Not posted
Shift and hours
12-⁠hour nights
License
RN license
Term
Per Diem

The workplace

Ottumwa Regional Health Center
Community Hospital

Ottumwa sits on both sides of the Des Moines River, joined by bridges, with average one-way commutes of roughly 12 to 16 minutes and very limited transit.

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  • Can you walk me through base pay range and differentials?
  • What should I expect for weekly hours, weekend, holiday, call, and rotation?
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  • What orientation, preceptor time, and ongoing unit support are included?
  • How are patient load, floating, and staffing support handled day to day?
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Your fit

Original listing

Posted on Ottumwa Regional Health Center’s careers page.

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  • Flexible PRN Hours
  • 1 Shift/Month Minimum Requirement
  • 4 Hour up to
  • 12 Hour Shifts Available

Shift: Day, Mid, or Night Your experience matters Ottumwa Regional Health Center is part of Lifepoint Health , a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast. We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being, so you can provide exceptional care to others. As a Nurse Extern joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®. Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion, and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve. How you'll contribute

A Nurse Extern who excels in this role

Demonstrates respect for others and self. Performs technical skills according to policy and procedure. Provides a positive first impression. Uses positive/effective communication with patients, visitors, associates and others. Applies knowledge of age-related factors appropriately to patients, utilizing appropriate policies and procedures. Takes action to resolve customer complaints. Demonstrates integrity. Why join us We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care. In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: Comprehensive

Benefits

Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage for full-time and part-time employees. Financial Protection & PTO : Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off. Financial & Career Growth : Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match. Employee Well-being : Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs). Professional Development : Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities. What we're looking for

Education

Must be enrolled in School of Nursing

Certificate/License

Basic Life Support (BLS) More about Ottumwa Regional Health Center At Ottumwa Regional Health Center your experience matters. As part of a strong national network with a deeply rooted local heart, we offer the best of both worlds—national strength and resources, combined with the personal connections and community focus that make a difference every day.

EEOC Statement

Ottumwa Regional Health Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

What's around it?

In Ottumwa, IA

Ottumwa, IAFrom Census ACS 2024.

Living costs about 12% below the US average

Median rent
$921/mo
Household income
$61,103/yr, all local households, not nurse pay

See Ottumwa, IA

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