Travel Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salary Guide: Iowa
Average Travel Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salary
$2,248/week
The average salary for a Travel Definitive Observation Unit Nurse in Iowa is $2,248 per week. This is 5% higher than the US average of $2,140.
Last updated on October 19, 2026. Based on 2,504 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.
Travel Definitive Observation Unit Nurse salaries in Iowa compared to National Averages
$2,248/week
Iowa
5% higher than the US average.
$2,140/week
United States
Average Travel Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Weekly Pay Over Time
What cities in Iowa pay the most for Travel Definitive Observation Unit Nurses?
Only Iowa City, Iowa reports pay data for Travel Definitive Observation Unit Nurses, averaging $2,458 per week. Iowa City, Iowa also has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $2,755. For comparison, the Iowa average for Travel Definitive Observation Unit Nurses is $2,248 per week — Iowa City, Iowa pays 9% more.
| City | Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary |
|---|---|---|
| Iowa City, Iowa | $2,458 | $2,755 |
How does the pay for Travel Definitive Observation Unit Nurses in Iowa compare to nearby states?
South Dakota pays Travel Definitive Observation Unit Nurses the most, averaging $2,425 per week, followed by Wisconsin ($2,380) and Nebraska ($2,334). Illinois has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $3,708. For comparison, the Iowa average for Travel Definitive Observation Unit Nurses is $2,248 per week — South Dakota pays 8% more.
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| South Dakota | $2,425 | $3,471 |
| Wisconsin | $2,380 | $3,682 |
| Nebraska | $2,334 | $3,300 |
| Illinois | $2,286 | $3,708 |
| Michigan | $2,237 | $3,647 |
| Missouri | $2,210 | $3,499 |
| Minnesota | $2,199 | $2,851 |
| Kansas | $2,188 | $3,403 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Travel Definitive Observation Unit Nurse jobs in Iowa?
E-SolHealth pays Travel Definitive Observation Unit Nurses the most, averaging $3,224 per week, followed by Prolink Region 4 ($3,205) and 3B Healthcare Inc. ($3,180). E-SolHealth also has the highest ceiling, with max weekly pay reaching $3,472. For comparison, the Iowa average for Travel Definitive Observation Unit Nurses is $2,248 per week — E-SolHealth pays 43% more.
| Average Weekly Salary | Max Weekly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| E-SolHealth | $3,224 | $3,472 |
| Prolink Region 4 | $3,205 | $3,323 |
| 3B Healthcare Inc. | $3,180 | $3,180 |
| BHS Workforce | $3,008 | $3,347 |
| White Glove Placement | $2,850 | $2,911 |
| American Consultants | $2,815 | $2,959 |
| Greenstaff Medical US-Travel | $2,801 | $3,101 |
| ADN Healthcare | $2,679 | $3,306 |
| First Connect Health | $2,667 | $3,078 |
| ALOIS Healthcare | $2,638 | $3,180 |
Last updated on October 19, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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Progressive Care Unit RN
- Des Moines, Iowa
- Iowa Methodist Medical Center
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UP TO $3,180/wk
Progressive Care Unit RN
- Des Moines, Iowa
- Iowa Methodist Medical Center
- Malone Healthcare - Nursing and 26 others
UP TO $3,180/wk
Float RN - Med Surg/Telemetry / PCU / Stepdown
- Waterloo, Iowa
- UnityPoint Health - Allen Hospital
- Medical Solutions and 18 others
UP TO $3,145/wk
PCU RN
- Council Bluffs, Iowa
- CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs
- PRN Healthcare and 20 others
UP TO $3,139/wk
Progressive Care Unit RN
- Sioux City, Iowa
- UnityPoint Health - St. Lukes
- Access Healthcare and 28 others
UP TO $3,102/wk
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