Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (Med-Surg RN)

Position Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and dedicated Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse (Med-Surg RN) to provide high-quality nursing care in Ottumwa, Iowa. This opportunity is ideal for a licensed Registered Nurse who enjoys working with diverse patient populations, managing a variety of medical conditions, and making a meaningful difference throughout the patient recovery process.

The Med-Surg RN will provide direct patient care, perform nursing assessments, administer prescribed medications, monitor changes in patient conditions, and collaborate with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams to support individualized treatment plans.

This position offers an excellent opportunity for a nursing professional to strengthen their clinical expertise while caring for patients with acute and chronic medical conditions in a collaborative healthcare environment.

Required Qualifications

• 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
• Strong 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 when working with patients, families, physicians, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams
• Commitment to delivering safe, compassionate, and patient-centered nursing care

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience providing Medical-Surgical nursing care 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

Ideal Candidate

The ideal candidate is a licensed Registered Nurse with current BCLS verification who demonstrates strong clinical fundamentals, sound nursing judgment, and a genuine commitment to providing high-quality patient care.

Candidates must hold an active Iowa RN license or qualifying multistate license and possess the required Iowa Mandatory Reporter certificates for Child and Dependent Adult Abuse upon hire.

Previous experience in Medical-Surgical nursing, inpatient care, or an acute-care hospital environment will be particularly valuable, although the position is also appropriate for qualified nurses seeking to further develop their clinical experience.

The strongest applicants will be organized, adaptable, and comfortable managing the needs of multiple patients while collaborating with physicians and interdisciplinary healthcare teams.

Compensation

$71,000 – $96,000 annually

Compensation within the listed range will be determined based on the candidate's professional nursing experience, additional clinical expertise, Medical-Surgical or acute-care background, specialized certifications, educational qualifications, and overall alignment with the position.

Why Join Through Tap Healthcare Solutions?

At Tap Healthcare Solutions, we recognize that Medical-Surgical nurses are essential to delivering comprehensive, compassionate, and effective patient care. Their ability to manage diverse clinical needs, recognize changes in patient conditions, and support patients throughout treatment and recovery makes them invaluable members of the healthcare team.

This opportunity in Ottumwa, Iowa, offers a nursing professional the chance to apply their clinical skills, strengthen their Medical-Surgical nursing experience, and contribute to meaningful patient outcomes.

Our team will support you throughout the hiring process with clear communication, personalized attention, and a candidate-focused approach. We'll help ensure this opportunity aligns with your nursing background, professional credentials, compensation expectations, and long-term career goals, helping you pursue a position where your clinical expertise is valued and your contributions make a meaningful difference.