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View job details for Interim Labor & Delivery Nurse Manager
Travel Contract
Interim Labor & Delivery Nurse Manager
- Des Moines, IA
- Trinity Health FirstChoice
- 5x8 hrs, Days
$5,050/week
Days
5x8
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Manager
Travel Contract
Travel Nurse RN - Manager
- Cherokee, IA
- American Consultants
- 5x8 hrs, Days
- Referral Bonus
$4,246/week
Days
5x8
Referral Bonus
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - CVOR
Travel Contract
Travel Nurse RN - CVOR
- Iowa City, IA
- Medical Solutions
- 3x12 hrs, Days
- Referral Bonus
$3,733/week
Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
View job details for Cardiovascular Operating Room RN
Travel Contract
Cardiovascular Operating Room RN
- Iowa City, IA
- Medical Solutions
- 3x12 hrs, Nights
- Referral Bonus
$3,733/week
Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - CVICU
Travel Contract
Travel Nurse RN - CVICU
- Massachusetts, MA
- U.S. Nursing
- 5x12 hrs, Days, Evenings, Nights, Flexible
$7,000/week
Days
Evenings
Nights
Flexible
Posted Today
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Endoscopy
Travel Contract
Travel Nurse RN - Endoscopy
- Massachusetts, MA
- U.S. Nursing
- 5x12 hrs, Days, Evenings, Nights, Flexible
$7,000/week
Days
Evenings
Nights
Flexible
Posted Today
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
Travel Contract
Travel Nurse RN - NICU - Neonatal Intensive Care
- Massachusetts, MA
- U.S. Nursing
- 5x12 hrs, Days, Evenings, Nights, Flexible
$6,850/week
Days
Evenings
Nights
Flexible
Posted Today
View job details for Travel Nurse Level IV RN - Vascular Access
Travel Contract
Travel Nurse Level IV RN - Vascular Access
- Wichita, KS
- Continuum
- 5x12 hrs, Days, Nights
$6,300/week
Days
Nights
5x12

Des Moines, IA Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights
Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary
$2,161/week
The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Des Moines, IA is $2,161 per week. This is 1% lower than the Iowa average of $2,192.
Last updated on July 1, 2026. Based on 8,623 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.
Des Moines, IA Travel Nursing Jobs FAQs
What are the best agencies for Travel Nursing jobs in Des Moines?
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 Trustaff (66 jobs), Access Healthcare (49 jobs), and GQR Healthcare (38 jobs).
Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?
Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?
As of Thursday, July 2nd 2026, Vivian has 4 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $49 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $50 per hour.
Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?
Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?
As of Thursday, July 2nd 2026, Vivian has 76 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $52 per hour on average, and up to $65 per hour for the top-paying job listed.
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