Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

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
• 36 hours per week
• Shift:
  12 hours, days
• Employment Type:
  
  Travel

Emergency Room (ER) Registered Nurse (RN) Ottumwa, IA. This position involves providing high-quality emergency care to primarily adult and geriatric patient populations in a regional health center. The role offers flexibility with 36 or 48-hour weekly guarantees, focusing on clinical excellence in a fast-paced environment.

• Certifications:
  
  BLS (AHA), ACLS, TNCC;
  
  Education Requirements:
  
  RN license;
  Location Requirements:
  Iowa license;
  Years of
  
  Experience:
  
  2+ years in an acute care facility and 2+ years of travel experience.
• Schedule:
  
  12-hour shifts from 11:00 AM to 11:00 PM, minimum of 36 hours per week.
• Additional Information:
  All onboarding requirements must be met, including Iowa SING background check, child and adult mandatory reporter certifications, and 10-panel drug screening. Titers must be current within the last 12 months (MMR, Hep B, Varicella, TB). Candidate must be able to start on Monday or Tuesday.
• Unit Details: 17 beds, patient ratios of 1:6, primarily adult and geriatric patients, with a wide range of services including ED, critical care, Med/Surg, and more.
• Candidate must have a minimum of 2 years of experience in an acute care setting, including travel experience.

• 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 . 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:
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.