How much do travel Travel Nursing jobs pay in Des Moines?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Saturday, October 3rd 2026, the average weekly salary for a Travel Nurse in Des Moines is $2,340 but can pay up to $3,542 per week.

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Des Moines, IA Travel Nursing Jobs

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View job details for PICU Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

PICU Registered Nurse

Des Moines, IA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,210/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

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Posted 3 days ago

View job details for Pediatrics RN

Travel Contract

Pediatrics RN

Des Moines, IA
MedPro Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,209/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

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Posted 3 days ago

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View job details for Med Surg Tele RN

Travel Contract

Med Surg Tele RN

Des Moines, IA
MedPro Healthcare Staffing
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,209/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

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View job details for Med/Surg Telemetry RN

Travel Contract

Med/Surg Telemetry RN

Des Moines, IA
Focus Staff
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,206/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Medical/Surgical Telemetry RN

Travel Contract

Medical/Surgical Telemetry RN

Des Moines, IA
Focus Staff
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,206/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Pediatrics ER - Emergency Room

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Pediatrics ER - Emergency Room

Des Moines, IA
Coast Medical Service
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,206/week

Nights

3x12

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Posted 3 days ago

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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Acute Care

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Acute Care

Des Moines, IA
TotalMed RN
3x12 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$2,206/week

Days

3x12

Referral Bonus

Apply now

Posted 1 day ago

View job details for ICU Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

Des Moines, IA
Travel Nurses, Inc.
3x12 hrs

$2,205/week

3x12

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Posted 2 days ago

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View job details for ICU RN

Travel Contract

ICU RN

Des Moines, IA
Travel Nurses, Inc.
3x12 hrs

$2,205/week

3x12

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View job details for ICU Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

Des Moines, IA
Travel Nurses, Inc.
3x12 hrs

$2,205/week

3x12

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View job details for ED Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

ED Registered Nurse

Des Moines, IA
Travel Nurses, Inc.
3x12 hrs

$2,205/week

3x12

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View job details for ICU Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

Des Moines, IA
Travel Nurses, Inc.
3x12 hrs

$2,205/week

3x12

Apply now

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View job details for ICU Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

Des Moines, IA
Travel Nurses, Inc.
3x12 hrs

$2,204/week

3x12

Apply now

Verified

View job details for ICU Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

Des Moines, IA
Travel Nurses, Inc.
3x12 hrs

$2,204/week

3x12

Apply now

View job details for ICU Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

Des Moines, IA
Travel Nurses, Inc.
3x12 hrs

$2,204/week

3x12

Apply now

Verified

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

des moines, IA
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,203/week

Nights

3x12

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Posted 1 day ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Des Moines, IA
GHR Healthcare
3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,203/week

Nights

3x12

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Posted 1 day ago

View job details for PICU RN

Travel Contract

PICU RN

Des Moines, IA
TotalMed RN
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,203/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Apply now

Posted 3 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

Des Moines, IA
AHS Staffing
3x12 hrs, Days

$2,199/week

Days

3x12

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View job details for Labor and Delivery RN

Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery RN

Des Moines, IA
Medical Talent
3x12 hrs, Days

$2,199/week

Days

3x12

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Des Moines, IA Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,324/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Des Moines, IA is $2,324 per week. This is 3% higher than the Iowa average of $2,257.

Last updated on October 1, 2026. Based on 9,831 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

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Des Moines, IA Travel Nursing Jobs FAQs

What are the best agencies for Travel Nursing jobs in Des Moines?

The agencies on Vivian that currently have the most Travel Nursing jobs in Des Moines are Malone Healthcare - Nursing (55 jobs), Premier Medical Staffing Services (55 jobs), and Voca Healthcare (54 jobs).

What hospitals in Des Moines currently have the most travel Travel Nursing job opportunities?

The hospitals on Vivian that currently have the most Travel Nursing jobs in Des Moines are MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center (600 jobs), Iowa Methodist Medical Center (272 jobs), and Iowa Lutheran Hospital (125 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Saturday, October 3rd 2026, Vivian has 4 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $50 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $50 per hour.

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Saturday, October 3rd 2026, Vivian has 74 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $54 per hour on average, and up to $73 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

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