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Description
Cross Country Nurses is seeking a travel nurse RN ICU - Intensive Care Unit for a travel nursing job in Ottumwa, Iowa.
Job Description & Requirements
Specialty: ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Discipline: RN
Start Date: 08/24/2026
Duration: 13 weeks
36 hours per week
Shift: 12 hours, days
Employment Type: Travel
Job Summary: Intensive Care Unit (ICU) Registered Nurse position available in Ottumwa, Iowa. This role involves providing specialized critical care to patients in a high-quality healthcare setting. The position offers 12-hour day shifts with a minimum commitment of 36 hours per week, suitable for candidates with at least one year of experience, including travel experience.
Job Details:
Schedule: Day shifts, 12 hours per shift, minimum of 36 hours per week.
Required Qualifications: Valid RN license, at least 1 year of nursing experience including travel. Upon submission, candidates must have a valid Iowa State Background Check (SING BG) clearance (Criminal and Child Abuse portions), and must pass all background checks (county and state level). Mandatory reporter certification for Child and Adult abuse, 10-panel drug screening including opiates, and titers within the past 12 months for MMR, Hep B, Varicella, and TB.
Additional Information: This position is a contractor replacement, with local rate compensation being $54 per hour. Candidates must be 60 miles or greater from the facility to be considered. Start date options include Monday or Tuesday. The assignment is located at the healthcare facility providing comprehensive services including emergency medicine, critical care, surgical, and specialty services.
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 #1297785. 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 / Intensive Care Unit
About Cross Country Nurses
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.