Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (Med-Surg RN)

Taphealthcare • Ottumwa, IA

9h

About The Position

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (Med-Surg RN) to provide high-quality nursing care in Ottumwa, Iowa. The role involves caring for diverse patient populations with acute and chronic medical conditions and supporting patients throughout recovery. The nurse provides direct patient care, performs nursing assessments, administers prescribed medications, monitors changes in patient conditions, and collaborates with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams on individualized treatment plans. The position offers an opportunity to strengthen clinical expertise in a collaborative healthcare environment.

Compensation is $71,000–$96,000 annually. Placement within the range depends on professional nursing experience, clinical expertise, Medical-Surgical or acute-care background, specialized certifications, education, and overall alignment with the position. Tap Healthcare Solutions provides support throughout the hiring process, including communication and assistance assessing alignment with the candidate’s background, credentials, compensation expectations, and career goals.

Requirements

• Current, active Iowa Registered Nurse (RN) license or qualifying multistate nursing license authorizing practice in Iowa.
• Current Basic Cardiac Life Support (BCLS) verification.
• Iowa Mandatory Reporter – Child Abuse Certificate upon hire.
• Iowa Mandatory Reporter – Dependent Adult Abuse Certificate upon hire.
• Foundational knowledge of professional nursing practices, patient assessments, and individualized care planning.
• Ability to administer prescribed medications, monitor patient conditions, and maintain accurate clinical documentation.
• Effective communication and collaboration skills with patients, families, physicians, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Commitment to safe, compassionate, patient-centered nursing care.

Nice To Haves

• Previous Medical-Surgical nursing experience in a hospital or acute-care environment.
• Experience caring for patients with multiple medical conditions, chronic illnesses, or post-operative recovery needs.
• Familiarity with medication administration, wound care, intravenous therapy, and patient monitoring.
• Experience supporting patient education, discharge planning, and continuity of care.
• Strong clinical prioritization, time management, and critical-thinking skills.
• Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR) and nursing documentation systems.
• Ability to adapt to changing patient needs while maintaining high standards of clinical care.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care to patients with acute and chronic medical conditions.
• Perform nursing assessments and contribute to individualized care planning.
• Administer prescribed medications.
• Monitor patient conditions and recognize changes.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation.
• Collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams.
• Support patients throughout treatment and recovery.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed