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CNM – High Volume & Established Patient Base – Southeastern Iowa

Lifepoint Health · Ottumwa, IA

Posted September 21, 2026

Ottumwa Regional Health Center · 1001 East Pennsylvania Avenue, Ottumwa, IA, US, 52501

Your Healing Mission Matters

As a Certified Nurse Midwife (CNM) at Ottumwa Regional Health Center in Ottumwa, IA, you’ll be inspired by the community you serve as a valued member of the Lifepoint Health team, a nationally recognized healthcare organization committed to caring with a local heart. You'll have access to the staff, resources, and technologies needed to make a meaningful impact on patient care while contributing to a positive, collaborative work environment. At Lifepoint, you'll find a workplace where what truly matters is achievable – from your career goals to your well-being.

Position Details

  • Clinic setting with mid-level support
  • Large patient base

About Our Hospital and Health System

Ottumwa Regional Health Center is a 217-bed hospital located in Ottumwa, IA and is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network committed to making communities healthier® with acute care, rehabilitation, and behavioral health facilities from coast to coast.

About the Community

Nestled along the picturesque Des Moines River, Ottumwa is the perfect blend of small-town charm and modern amenities:

  • Outdoor Adventures: Enjoy miles of trails, serene parks, and water activities along the river.
  • Historic Downtown: Explore vibrant local shops, unique dining, and lively community events.
  • Family-Friendly: Affordable living, excellent schools, and a welcoming community atmosphere make Ottumwa an ideal place to call home.

Our compensation package can include:

  • Competitive base salary plus worked relative value unit (wRVU) production bonus
  • Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
  • Paid time off and retirement plan
  • Comprehensive health and well-being benefits
  • Student loan repayment assistance
  • Early-commitment residency stipend
  • Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance and days
  • Paid professional liability and malpractice coverage
  • Marketing and practice growth assistance

Ottumwa Regional Health Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Ottumwa Regional Health Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.

Employer

Lifepoint Health

At Lifepoint Health, we create places where physicians and providers thrive – offering you opportunities to grow, collaborate and make a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. Here, you’ll find a supportive environment where your voice is valued, your expertise is respected and your work truly matters. We believe great care starts with caring for our providers, offering the flexibility and resources you need to succeed, both in your practice and in life. Join a team committed to delivering exceptional care, building strong relationships and advancing our mission of making communities healthier®.

A network of opportunities

The right community and place of care awaits you. Coast to coast, our healthcare network encompasses hospital, clinic and outpatient center settings serving acute care, behavioral health and rehabilitation patients.

Our community hospitals offer comprehensive quality care where people need it most – close to home. With locations in 31 states across the country, you can be part of providing healthcare to diverse communities that need it the most. Our nationwide reach and scale also mean more paths for growth and advancement.

 

Livability

25,352
Ottumwa population
$132K
Avg 3-bedroom home
61° / 42°
Avg high / low
Nearby cities
Oskaloosa
20.6 mi
Pop. 11,492
Pella
35.8 mi
Pop. 10,624
Fairfield
24.4 mi
Pop. 9,438
Source: US Census Bureau
Annual family budget — Wapello County
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Housing, food, transport, healthcare, childcare & taxes for a typical family
$132K
Avg 3-bedroom home
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Avg monthly rent
Source: EPI Family Budget Calculator
Source: Zillow
61° / 42°
Avg high / low
32.04 in
Yearly rainfall
180
Sunny days / yr
Source: WeatherAPI.com
Population — ZIP 52501
30,535
Total residents
15,417
Male residents
15,118
Female residents
Age distribution
total
30,535
0-9
3,712
10-19
4,282
20-29
3,811
30-39
3,923
40-49
3,656
50-59
3,473
60-69
4,193
70-79
2,176
80+
1,309
Ethnicity
White
25,650
Black Or African American
1,128
American Indian Or Alaskan Native
88
Asian
527
Native Hawaiian Or Other Pacific Islander
519
Other
976
Two Or More
1,647
Source: US Census Bureau
10
Walk Score — Car-Dependent
10
Bike Score — Somewhat Bikeable
Source: WalkScore.com
Nearby airports
Kansas City International Airport (MCI) 170.21 mi
Kirksville Regional Airport (IRK) 65.55 mi
The Eastern Iowa Airport (CID) 69.41 mi
Southeast Iowa Regional Airport (BRL) 70.49 mi
Des Moines International Airport (DSM) 72.49 mi
Quincy Regional Airport Baldwin Field (UIN) 99.81 mi
Source: FAA database