Travel Nurse RN - Psych in Ottumwa, IA - Excellent Benefits 2024-10-19

TravelNurseSource is working with Trustaff to find a qualified Psych RN in Ottumwa, Iowa, 52501!

About The Position

About this job

As a Behavioral Health RN, also sometimes called a Mental Health RN, you will be responsible for providing nursing care for patients who have a mental illness or who may be experiencing behavioral challenges or mental distress.

Behavioral Health RNs assess patients, write a care plans, monitor progress, and you must work alongside the greater care team including social workers, psychiatrists, therapists, and physicians.

Qualifications :

Basic travel nursing requirements include :

• 1-2 years recent experience in the job's primary area of care
• Active license or appropriate accreditation in one of the 50 US states
• Additional requirements & certifications as may be requested by the specificfacility / unit
• An enthusiastic, adventurous spirit with a desire to help

Duties & Responsibilities

Travel nurses work for a limited amount of time at a particular location, providing patient care and support before moving on to their next exciting adventure.

Travel healthcare professionals are experienced caregivers who adapt quickly to change and enjoy learning new things. Take your skills on the road and explore somewhere new-all while earning a great living!

Travel nursing in Ottumwa, IA

Bordered by 6 states, Iowa is centrally located and a great place to live and work. Whether you're working in a major metropolitan area like Des Moines or in one of the smaller regional communities spread throughout the state, you'll find friendly people and great medical care.

Be warned, there's more than corn in Iowa'travelers are often pleasantly surprised by its beautiful green rolling hills, lakes, and streams!

About Trustaff

Privately owned and operated, since 2002 Trustaff has specialized in matching skilled professionals with high-paying travel nursing jobs at the best facilities across the country as one of the most well-respected travel healthcare agencies.

When you join the Trustaff family, you'll enjoy the best of both worlds : not only are our travelers some of the highest-paid in the industry, you'll enjoy premier access to thousands of jobs and unmatched personal service.

Here are the top-tier benefits you'll enjoy while traveling with Trustaff :

• Great selection of high-paying jobs in all 50 states
• Priority access to Trustaff-exclusive jobs
• Weekly pay through direct deposit
• Guaranteed weekly hours (depending on facility of choice)
• Medical / Dental / Vision insurance - Health insurance options start at just $23 / week!
• 401k with employer match
• Licensure reimbursement and CEU assistance
• Travel assistance
• Earn great referral and completion bonuses
• Joint Commission certified
• Employee discounts, rewards program, birthday contests and more

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5 Benefits of Travel Nursing

• A diverse portfolio of experiences adds depth to your professional profile. This can be beneficial if you decide to pursue leadership roles, advanced degrees, or specialized certifications.
• Advocating for patients from diverse backgrounds and with different healthcare needs refines your patient advocacy skills, making you a more effective advocate in various healthcare settings.
• Healthcare facilities may follow different nursing models and practices. Experiencing these diverse approaches broadens your understanding of nursing and healthcare delivery.
• Many travel nurses find permanent positions at healthcare facilities where they've completed assignments. This can be an excellent way to transition into a long-term role after exploring different options.
• Travel nursing exposes you to various healthcare professionals, including industry leaders and experts. Networking with these individuals can open doors to mentorship and career advancement opportunities.
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