Travel Emergency Room RN - $2,950 per week

Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ED - Emergency Department for a travel nursing job in Ottumwa, Iowa.

• Specialty: ED - Emergency Department
• Discipline: RN
• Start Date: 09/14/2026
• Duration: 13 weeks
• 48 hours per week
• Shift: 12 hours, days
• Employment Type: Travel

Job Summary:

Emergency Room (ER) RN position located in a regional health center in Ottumwa, Iowa. This role involves providing care for patients of all ages in a busy emergency department environment. Candidates must demonstrate strong acuity skills and be adaptable to a fast-paced setting while maintaining high standards of patient care.

Job Details:

• Location: Ottumwa, Iowa


• Schedule: 12-hour shifts, with a minimum of 48 hours per week


• Start Date: 09/14/2026


• End Date: 11/08/2026


• Certifications: BLS, ACLS, PALS, TNCC, NIHSS (must be current)


• Required Qualifications: Iowa SING background check (criminal and child abuse clearances), mandatory reporter certification (Child and Adult), 10-panel drug screen including opiates, titers within last 12 months (MMR, Hep B, Varicella, TB), at least 2 years of ER experience in acute care, and recent ER experience preferred.


• Additional Notes: Candidates will be expected to follow hospital protocols and work effectively within a team environment. Must be flexible to start on a Monday or Tuesday. Candidate submission requires a complete submittal packet, including resume and skills checklist.


• Patient Population: All ages, primarily adult patients, with an average of 40 visits per day.


• Unit Information: 17 beds, nurse-to-patient ratio of 1:4, equipped with Meditech electronic health records system.

Benefits

The benefits of taking a travel assignment with Cross Country include:

• Private housing or generous housing allowance


• Comprehensive health insurance with prescription coverage


• Dependent health insurance with prescription coverage


• Competitive salaries


• Referral bonuses


• Travel reimbursement


• 401(k) retirement plan


• Direct deposit/free checking


• Unlimited free CE credits

Cross Country Job ID #1313573. Pay package is based on 12 hour shifts and 48.0 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: Registered Nurse / Emergency Room

You care for others — we’re here to care for you. At Cross Country, we know travel nursing is about more than just the job. It’s about building a career that supports your lifestyle, your values, and your impact. We offer competitive pay, full benefits, and 24/7 support from a team that truly understands what it means to be on the front lines. Wherever your journey takes you, we’re with you every step of the way. Let’s build your best life — one assignment at a time.

• 401k retirement plan
• Referral bonus