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Medical Surgical Travel Nursing Jobs in Ottumwa, IA for RNs

Find Top RN Medical Surgical Travel Nursing Jobs in Ottumwa, Iowa

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top MS travel nurse jobs in and around Ottumwa, Iowa. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. We make it easy for you to compare Ottumwa’s MS nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

If you have a specific start date in mind, we have a variety of options for MS travel jobs in Ottumwa. The earliest start date in Ottumwa is Jul 7, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical role at $2,188 per week. The latest start date for an MS job in Ottumwa is Jul 15, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical role at $2,188 per week. You can also find other possibilities by sorting on “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a(n) Medical Surgical travel nurse job in Ottumwa including 12 weeks and 13 weeks.

Ottumwa is a great location for MS travel nurses to come live, work and play! And what is a travel nurse looking for if not a great work/life balance in a fun city? Search for jobs below or apply now and our AMN Healthcare team will help get you started!

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Search Top Paying Medical Surgical Jobs in or near Ottumwa

We have 12 Medical Surgical travel jobs in Iowa, and 437 total Nationwide. If you’re not finding what you’re looking for immediately, sign up for the AMN Passport App today and we’ll connect you directly with a recruiter.

travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Washington, Iowa – 52353
    Distance from Ottumwa: 42 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 12
$1,985 to $2,188
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Chariton, Iowa – 50049
    Distance from Ottumwa: 47 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 15, 2025
  • 13
$1,985 to $2,188
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Des Moines, Iowa – 50316
    Distance from Ottumwa: 74 miles
  • 12 N,
  • June 20, 2025
  • 13
$2,317 to $3,030
Weekly Pay*
UnityPoint Health – Des Moines, strives to provide each patient and family member with education, support, and outstanding medical care, from your first visit to your discharge home. Established in 1901 in a single building, Iowa Methodist has become an important regional medical center and teaching hospital.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Des Moines, Iowa – 50316
    Distance from Ottumwa: 74 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 13
$2,210 to $2,435
Weekly Pay*
UnityPoint Health – Des Moines, strives to provide each patient and family member with education, support, and outstanding medical care, from your first visit to your discharge home. Established in 1901 in a single building, Iowa Methodist has become an important regional medical center and teaching hospital.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • West Des Moines, Iowa – 50266
    Distance from Ottumwa: 78 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 21, 2025
  • 13
$2,210 to $2,435
Weekly Pay*
Methodist West Hospital has become the “go-to” destination for medical care in West Des Moines since it opened in 2009. Our highly-trained physicians and professional staff are dedicated to providing each patient and their family with personal attention. We will make every effort to ensure you and your loved ones are made as comfortable as possible from the time of your admission, until you are released for home.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Cedar Rapids, Iowa – 52402
    Distance from Ottumwa: 79 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 14, 2025
  • 13
$2,214 to $2,440
Weekly Pay*
Founded in 1884, St. Luke’s is a 532-bed hospital in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. St. Luke’s emergency department is open 24/7 and treats over 55,000 patients each year and the most cases of trauma in Iowa. St. Luke’s provides a Level III trauma center. St. Luke’s offers the most experienced hospital ER team in Cedar Rapids, who are specially trained to respond rapidly, appropriately and efficiently to any health care emergency.
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travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Cedar Rapids, Iowa – 52402
    Distance from Ottumwa: 79 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 14, 2025
  • 13
$1,778 to $2,325
Weekly Pay*
Founded in 1884, St. Luke’s is a 532-bed hospital in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. St. Luke’s emergency department is open 24/7 and treats over 55,000 patients each year and the most cases of trauma in Iowa. St. Luke’s provides a Level III trauma center. St. Luke’s offers the most experienced hospital ER team in Cedar Rapids, who are specially trained to respond rapidly, appropriately and efficiently to any health care emergency.
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travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Cedar Rapids, Iowa – 52402
    Distance from Ottumwa: 79 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 14, 2025
  • 13
$1,778 to $2,325
Weekly Pay*
Founded in 1884, St. Luke’s is a 532-bed hospital in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. St. Luke’s emergency department is open 24/7 and treats over 55,000 patients each year and the most cases of trauma in Iowa. St. Luke’s provides a Level III trauma center. St. Luke’s offers the most experienced hospital ER team in Cedar Rapids, who are specially trained to respond rapidly, appropriately and efficiently to any health care emergency.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Quincy, Illinois – 62301
    Distance from Ottumwa: 92 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 9, 2025
  • 13
$2,022 to $2,229
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Quincy, Illinois – 62301
    Distance from Ottumwa: 92 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 9, 2025
  • 13
$2,022 to $2,229
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Quincy, Illinois – 62301
    Distance from Ottumwa: 92 miles
  • 12 D, 12 N,
  • July 9, 2025
  • 13
$1,881 to $2,073
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Rock Island, Illinois – 61201
    Distance from Ottumwa: 103 miles
  • 12 N,
  • June 29, 2025
  • 16
$2,305 to $2,540
Weekly Pay*
This full-service hospital treats tens of thousands of patients every year. Services include: Level II Trauma Center and fast-track emergency room, Heart and Vascular Services, using leading-edge diagnostic and interventional care including open heart surgery
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Rock Island, Illinois – 61201
    Distance from Ottumwa: 103 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 14, 2025
  • 13
$2,305 to $2,540
Weekly Pay*
This full-service hospital treats tens of thousands of patients every year. Services include: Level II Trauma Center and fast-track emergency room, Heart and Vascular Services, using leading-edge diagnostic and interventional care including open heart surgery and cardiac cath labs, Five state-of-the-art surgery suites for both outpatient surgeries and inpatient procedures, including orthopedics, heart procedures, bariatrics, robotic surgery, aroscopic surgery, neurosurgery and emergency operations Epilepsy monitoring unit and neuroscience services, Medical/surgical intensive care units, Robert Young Center for Community Mental Health/Riverside, providing comprehensive mental health and substance abuse services, Rehabilitation services providing therapies for both inpatients and outpatients with varying levels of functional impairment, Pediatric services, Radiology, diagnostics and gastrointestinal lab.
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travel Exclusive
Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Rock Island, Illinois – 61201
    Distance from Ottumwa: 103 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 14, 2025
  • 13
$2,305 to $2,540
Weekly Pay*
This full-service hospital treats tens of thousands of patients every year. Services include: Level II Trauma Center and fast-track emergency room, Heart and Vascular Services, using leading-edge diagnostic and interventional care including open heart surgery
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travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Dubuque, Iowa – 52001
    Distance from Ottumwa: 136 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 13
$2,214 to $2,440
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right person to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Dubuque, Iowa – 52001
    Distance from Ottumwa: 136 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 4, 2025
  • 5
$2,214 to $2,440
Weekly Pay*
This is a charge position on Inpatient Rehabilitation. Currently staffing to 5 of 10 beds. Ratio is 1:5. Second team member scheduled with charge is a LPN or PCT
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Columbia, Missouri – 65201
    Distance from Ottumwa: 143 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 14, 2025
  • 13
$1,941 to $2,139
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Columbia, Missouri – 65201
    Distance from Ottumwa: 143 miles
  • 12 N,
  • June 30, 2025
  • 13
$1,941 to $2,139
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Columbia, Missouri – 65201
    Distance from Ottumwa: 143 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 14, 2025
  • 9
$1,941 to $2,139
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Columbia, Missouri – 65201
    Distance from Ottumwa: 143 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,941 to $2,139
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Peoria, Illinois – 61636
    Distance from Ottumwa: 149 miles
  • 12 N,
  • June 30, 2025
  • 13
$2,058 to $2,268
Weekly Pay*
Magnet Recognized! In 2024,Carle Health Methodist Hospital achieved its fifth Magnet designation
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Springfield, Illinois – 62769
    Distance from Ottumwa: 168 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 28, 2025
  • 13
$2,551 to $2,812
Weekly Pay*
As part of HSHS, you’ll join a team that is focused on improving, excelling and building a better tomorrow. Whether it is a clinical, technical or professional career, this is your chance to launch a rewarding career.
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travel Exclusive
Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Springfield, Illinois – 62769
    Distance from Ottumwa: 168 miles
  • 12 D,
  • July 21, 2025
  • 13
$2,163 to $2,384
Weekly Pay*
As part of HSHS, you’ll join a team that is focused on improving, excelling and building a better tomorrow. Whether it is a clinical, technical or professional career, this is your chance to launch a rewarding career.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Omaha, Nebraska – 68124
    Distance from Ottumwa: 184 miles
  • 12 N,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,897 to $2,090
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Statistics on MS RN Jobs in Ottumwa, Iowa

Here are some helpful statistics about MS traveling nurse jobs in & near Ottumwa. The data is based on the last three complete months of MS job postings in the Ottumwa and nearby areas. It is updated regularly, so you can find the most recent Medical Surgical job salary trends, the types of shifts, and contract durations most commonly available in Ottumwa and more. Find out more about travel nursing salaries.

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FAQs About Travel MS Nursing Jobs for RNs in Ottumwa, IA

What are the top paying Medical Surgical jobs currently available in or near Ottumwa?

  • Registered Nurse – MS with a per week salary of $2,188, a 13 weeks duration, for a 12 N in Chariton (46.7 miles away)
  • Registered Nurse – MS with a per week salary of $2,188, a 12 weeks duration, for a 12 N in Washington (42.1 miles away)

What types of shifts are most common for MS travel jobs in Ottumwa?

Based on the last 6 months of travel nurse jobs data, 12 Hour Night shifts were the most common in Ottumwa and surrounding areas.

How much does a day shift Medical Surgical nurse make on average in Ottumwa and nearby cities?

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Medical Surgical nurse in Ottumwa can make an average of $1,983 per week based on recent job availability.

How much does a night shift Medical Surgical nurse make on average in Ottumwa and nearby cities?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Medical Surgical nurse in Ottumwa can make an average of $1,959 per week based on recent job availability data.

What hospitals and healthcare facilities have Medical Surgical staff in or near Ottumwa?

  • Ottumwa Regional Health Center in Ottumwa
  • Jefferson County Health Center in Fairfield (23.4 miles from Ottumwa)
  • Pella Regional Health Center in Pella (37.5 miles from Ottumwa)
  • Lucas County Health Center in Chariton (46.7 miles from Ottumwa)

What is the most common contract for Medical Surgical travel jobs in Ottumwa?

Based on recent data, the most common duration for a Medical Surgical job in Ottumwa is 13 weeks.

Locating Medical Surgical Travel Nursing Jobs in Ottumwa

In Ottumwa, facilities like Ottumwa Regional Health Center, all offer MS departments.

Other popular cities near Ottumwa’s MS job opportunities are Albia (20.6 miles), Fairfield (23.4 miles) and Centerville (31.2 miles). These are near to zip codes: 52556 (23.4 miles), 50219 (37.5 miles) and 50049 (46.7 miles).

Ottumwa Hospitals With MS Departments

There are 1 hospitals & healthcare facilities that have MS nurses in Ottumwa. Sometimes it is useful to see what types of shifts, contract durations, and travel nurse housing in nearby neighborhoods each facility might offer in order to find the right opportunity for your next traveling MS nurse position in or nearby Ottumwa.

Jefferson County Health Center
Shifts
12 D and 12 N
Job Durations
8 wks, 10 wks, and 13 wks
Departments
Emergency Room RN, Intensive Care Unit RN, and Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Address
2000 S Main St.
Fairfield, IA 52556
Lucas County Health Center
Shifts
8 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
7 wks and 13 wks
Departments
Emergency Room RN and Medical Surgical Registered Nurse
Address
1200 N. 7TH ST.
Chariton, IA 50049
Ottumwa Regional Health Center
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
8 wks, 9 wks, 11 wks, 13 wks, and 15 wks
Departments
Cardiac Catheterization Lab Registered Nurse, Emergency Room RN, Intensive Care Unit RN, Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Operating Room RN, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Post Anesthesia Care Unit, Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse, Psychiatric, Rehabilitation RN, and Telemetry RN
Address
1001 Pennsylvania Ave
Ottumwa, IA 52501
Pella Regional Health Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 wks
Departments
Intensive Care Unit RN, Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical LPN/LVN, Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, and Operating Room RN
Address
404 Jefferson Street
Pella, IA 50219
* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.