Acute Rehab Registered Nurse; RN

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Acute Rehabilitation Registered Nurse (RN) to provide high-quality nursing care in Ottumwa, Iowa. This opportunity is ideal for a licensed nursing professional who is passionate about helping patients recover from serious illnesses, injuries, and medical procedures while supporting their journey toward greater independence.

The Acute Rehab RN will provide direct patient care, monitor recovery progress, administer prescribed medications, and collaborate with rehabilitation specialists to support individualized treatment plans. Working alongside physicians, physical therapists, occupational therapists, speech-language pathologists, and other healthcare professionals, this individual will play an important role in helping patients regain functional abilities and achieve meaningful recovery milestones.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for a developing nursing professional to strengthen their clinical skills while contributing to a multidisciplinary rehabilitation environment focused on patient recovery, mobility, and long-term wellness.

• Graduate of a Registered Nursing program
• Current, active Iowa Registered Nurse (RN) license or qualifying Compact State Nursing License authorizing practice in Iowa
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) certification
• Foundational knowledge of professional nursing practices, patient assessment, and individualized care planning
• Ability to monitor patient conditions, administer prescribed treatments, and document clinical progress
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills when working with patients, families, and interdisciplinary healthcare teams
• Commitment to delivering compassionate, safe, and patient-centered nursing care

• Previous experience providing Acute Rehabilitation, Medical-Surgical, or Inpatient Nursing care
• Experience caring for patients recovering from strokes, orthopedic injuries, neurological conditions, or major medical procedures
• Familiarity with rehabilitation nursing principles, functional recovery, and mobility assistance
• Experience collaborating with physical therapists, occupational therapists, and other rehabilitation professionals
• Knowledge of fall prevention, skin integrity management, and patient safety protocols
• Strong patient education skills and experience supporting discharge planning
• Ability to adapt to changing patient needs while maintaining high standards of clinical care

The ideal candidate is a licensed Registered Nurse with current BCLS certification and a genuine interest in acute rehabilitation nursing
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They should demonstrate strong clinical fundamentals, sound nursing judgment, and a commitment to helping patients achieve greater independence following illness, injury, or surgery.

Candidates with previous exposure to acute rehabilitation, inpatient nursing, medical-surgical care, or multidisciplinary rehabilitation services will be particularly well aligned with this opportunity.

The strongest applicants will be patient, adaptable, and comfortable supporting individuals through various stages of recovery. They should possess excellent communication skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with rehabilitation specialists to support individualized treatment goals.

$63,000 – $86,000 annually

Compensation within the listed range will be determined based on the candidate's professional nursing experience, additional clinical expertise, acute rehabilitation or inpatient care background, specialized certifications, educational qualifications, and overall alignment with the position.

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