Registered Nurse (RN) - Emergency Services - $15,000 Commitment Bonus

Where We Are:Ottumwa is a center for "cultural and commercial development" known for its low cost of living, abundant recreation and entertainment, and outstanding education and healthcare facilities. You'll find something new and exciting to do every day in Ottumwa where there is always a new adventure awaiting on the other side of the bridge. Why Choose Us:Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employeesCompetitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employeesEmployee Assistance Program - mental, physical, and financial wellness assistanceTuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicantsAnd much more...

Position

Summary

Join our team in an 18-bed Emergency Room unit with a nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4. We are staffed with RNs, ED techs and unit secretaries, providing specialized care for patients primarily diagnosed with respiratory failure and cardiac conditions. The Emergency Department Registered Nurse is responsible for providing nursing care for acutely ill patients. The Emergency Department Registered Nurse utilizes the nursing process, their skills in clinical judgment, critical thinking, prioritization, and time management to care for patients throughout the life span and with a variety of healthcare needs.

The registered nursed also performs assigned procedures that are within the scope of practice as set forth by the Iowa State Board of Nursing. Minimum

Qualifications

Graduate of an accredited registered nursing program required with a current unencumbered Registered Nurse License in Iowa or from a Compact State. Basic Life Support (BLS)Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) within six (6) months of hire. Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within six (6) months of hireTrauma Nursing Core Course (TNCC) within six (6) months of hireRecent RN experiencePreferred

Qualifications

One (1) year of Medical/Surgical or Critical Care nursing experienceOne (1) year of ER experienceOne (1) year of Psychiatry experienceEEOC 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. Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities.

We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.

Benefits

401(k)Health insurancePaid time offWork Location: In person