RN Behavioral Health

Location: Ottumwa, Iowa

Job Type: Travel

Weekly Pay: $1868.80

Duration: 13 weeks

Shift: 12 Hour Day

Start Date: 2026-03-30

Shifts Per Week: 3

Scheduled Hours: 36

Job Id: 36035160

Job Description

Behavioral Health RN

Location

Ottumwa, IA

Assignment Duration

This is a 13-week contract position.

Schedule

19:00 - 07:00

Job Description

We are seeking a qualified Behavioral Health RN to provide care to adult patients in a specialized unit. The RN will be responsible for ensuring the highest standards of care while maintaining a supportive environment for patients experiencing mental health challenges.

Responsibilities

  • Provide nursing care and support to patients with behavioral health issues.
  • Monitor and document patient progress and response to treatment.
  • Coordinate with interdisciplinary teams to develop effective treatment plans.
  • Maintain a safe and therapeutic environment for all patients.
  • Administer medications and treatments as prescribed.

Required Experience / Certifications / Licensure

  • Minimum 2-3 years of experience in Behavioral Health Units or Psychiatric care.
  • Valid RN license in the state of Iowa.
  • Must have Iowa SING background check completed (including criminal and child abuse checks).
  • Mandatory reporter certification (Child and Adult) required.
  • Completion of a 10-panel drug test, including opiates.
  • Titers for MMR, Hep B, Varicella, and TB must be current (within the last 12 months).

Why ARMStaffing?

At ARMStaffing, we take care of our employees! We offer:

  • Health Benefits: Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, and more
  • Onboarding Made Easy: We handle physicals, titers, and more so you can focus on care
  • Clinical Support: In-house clinical team available to assist and advocate
  • 401k Retirement Plan: Eligible after waiting period; 4% match with 5% contribution
  • Recruiter Matching: Get paired with a recruiter based on your location and specialty
  • Extras: Travel reimbursement, housing allowance, meals, referral bonuses, and more

We're not the only ones who think ARMStaffing should be your first choice. Here’s why:

  • SIA’s Top-50 Fastest Growing Healthcare Staffing Firms – 2019
  • SIA’s Largest Healthcare Staffing Agencies in the U.S. – 2023
  • Top Workplace in the Lehigh Valley – 2022, 2023
  • Perfect scores for 'Name, Not a Number' and 'Recruiters' Personalities' on Highway Hypodermics
  • We've earned The Joint Commission’s Gold Seal of Approval for healthcare staffing 15 years strong and counting!

Contract & local rates may vary based on location and applicant residency. Ask your ARMStaffing recruiter for details!

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