Registered Nurse (RN), Triage OBGYN Clinic (Days)

Who We Are:

People are our passion and purpose. Come work where you are appreciated for who you are not just what you can do. Ottumwa Regional Health Center provides a wide range of health services, including emergency medicine, critical care services, medical/surgical, acute rehabilitation, obstetrics, and pediatrics, as well as specialty services such as cardiac catheterization, diagnostic and therapeutic radiological services, wound care, pain clinic, sleep lab, pathology, and so much more.

Where We Are:

Ottumwa is a center for “cultural and commercial development” known for its low cost of living, abundant recreation and entertainment, and outstanding education and healthcare facilities. You’ll find something new and exciting to do every day in Ottumwa where there is always a new adventure awaiting on the other side of the bridge.

Why Choose Us:

• Health (Medical, Dental, Vision) and 401K Benefits for full-time employees
• Competitive Paid Time Off / Extended Illness Bank package for full-time employees
• Employee Assistance Program – mental, physical, and financial wellness assistance
• Tuition Reimbursement/Assistance for qualified applicants
• And much more…

Position Summary:

The Clinic Triage Nurse will be responsible for providing professional nursing triage services and health advice to patients over the phone. The nurse will perform a detailed evaluation of patient symptoms and provide medical advice, as appropriate, regarding the treatment of symptoms and/or recommendation for escalating treatment. The nurse will collaborate with providers and other various hospital departments, and will follow established procedures/protocols. The nurse will provide quality patient care observing local, state, and federal regulations, while operating within scope of practice.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited school of Nursing
• Minimum of three years’ experience in direct patient care, preferably in an ambulatory care setting.
• Current RN License within the state of Iowa
• Current BCLS certification

EEOC Statement:

Ottumwa Regional Health Center is committed to providing Equal Employment Opportunities for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination against any employee or applicant for employment because of color, race, sex, age, religion, national origin, disability, genetic information, gender identity, sexual orientation, veterans' status or any other basis protected by applicable federal, state or local law.