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

For jobs available on Vivian as of Wednesday, August 19th 2026, the average weekly salary for a Travel Nurse in Des Moines is $2,287 but can pay up to $3,567 per week.

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Des Moines, IA Travel Nursing Jobs

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View job details for Medical/Surgical Telemetry RN

Travel Contract

Medical/Surgical Telemetry RN

Des Moines, IA
Mader MedX
4x12 hrs, Nights

$3,175/week

Nights

4x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Emergency Room RN

Travel Contract

Emergency Room RN

Des Moines, IA
Fastaff Travel Nursing
4x12 hrs, Days

$3,148/week

Days

4x12

Above Average Pay

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Posted 7 days ago

View job details for ED RN

Travel Contract

ED RN

Des Moines, IA
Fastaff Travel Nursing
4x12 hrs, Nights

$3,148/week

Nights

4x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for ICU Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

Des Moines, IA
Fastaff Travel Nursing
4x12 hrs, Nights

$3,148/week

Nights

4x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for ICU RN Flex Pool

Travel Contract

ICU RN Flex Pool

Des Moines, IA
Fastaff Travel Nursing
4x12 hrs, Nights

$3,148/week

Nights

4x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for ICU Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

Des Moines, IA
Fastaff Travel Nursing
4x12 hrs, Nights

$3,148/week

Nights

4x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for ICU RN

Travel Contract

ICU RN

Des Moines, IA
Fastaff Travel Nursing
4x12 hrs, Nights

$3,075/week

Nights

4x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for ICU Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

Des Moines, IA
Fastaff Travel Nursing
4x12 hrs, Nights

$3,075/week

Nights

4x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for ICU Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

Des Moines, IA
Fastaff Travel Nursing
4x12 hrs, Nights

$3,075/week

Nights

4x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for ICU Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

Des Moines, IA
Fastaff Travel Nursing
4x12 hrs, Nights

$3,075/week

Nights

4x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry

Des Moines, IA
Fastaff Travel Nursing
4x12 hrs, Nights

$3,021/week

Nights

4x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 2 days ago

View job details for Medical/Surgical Telemetry RN

Travel Contract

Medical/Surgical Telemetry RN

Des Moines, IA
Medical Solutions
3x12 hrs, Nights
Referral Bonus

$2,990/week

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Med/Surg RN

Travel Contract

Med/Surg RN

Des Moines, IA
Fastaff Travel Nursing
4x12 hrs, Days

$2,978/week

Days

4x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Medical/Surgical Telemetry RN

Travel Contract

Medical/Surgical Telemetry RN

Des Moines, IA
Fastaff Travel Nursing
4x12 hrs, Nights

$2,978/week

Nights

4x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Med/Surg Telemetry RN

Travel Contract

Med/Surg Telemetry RN

Des Moines, IA
Fastaff Travel Nursing
4x12 hrs, Nights

$2,978/week

Nights

4x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Medical/Surgical Telemetry RN

Travel Contract

Medical/Surgical Telemetry RN

Des Moines, IA
Fastaff Travel Nursing
4x12 hrs, Nights

$2,978/week

Nights

4x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN

Travel Contract

Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN

Des Moines, IA
Fastaff Travel Nursing
4x12 hrs, Nights

$2,978/week

Nights

4x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Medical/Surgical Telemetry RN

Travel Contract

Medical/Surgical Telemetry RN

Des Moines, IA
Fastaff Travel Nursing
4x12 hrs, Nights

$2,908/week

Nights

4x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

Posted 12 days ago

View job details for Cardiac Med-Surg Telemetry RN

Travel Contract

Cardiac Med-Surg Telemetry RN

Des Moines, IA
Fastaff Travel Nursing
4x12 hrs, Nights

$2,908/week

Nights

4x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

View job details for Medical/Surgical Telemetry RN

Travel Contract

Medical/Surgical Telemetry RN

Des Moines, IA
Fastaff Travel Nursing
4x12 hrs, Nights

$2,908/week

Nights

4x12

Above Average Pay

Apply now

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Des Moines, IA Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,206/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Des Moines, IA is $2,206 per week. This is 1% higher than the Iowa average of $2,188.

Last updated on August 17, 2026. Based on 11,158 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 GQR Healthcare (53 jobs), Uniti Med (50 jobs), and Premier Medical Staffing Services (48 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 (589 jobs), Iowa Methodist Medical Center (307 jobs), and Blank Children's Hospital (23 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Wednesday, August 19th 2026, Vivian has 0 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $0 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $0 per hour.

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Wednesday, August 19th 2026, Vivian has 79 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $53 per hour on average, and up to $73 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

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