How much do travel Travel Nursing jobs pay in Iowa?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Friday, November 13th 2026, the average weekly salary for a Travel Nurse in Iowa is $2,400 but can pay up to $4,387 per week.

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View job details for Cath Lab RN

28 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Cath Lab RN

Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa Methodist Medical Center
PRN Healthcare and 27 others

UP TO $4,250/wk

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4x10

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View job details for Labor and Delivery RN

27 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery RN

Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa Methodist Medical Center
MedPro Healthcare Staffing and 26 others

UP TO $4,100/wk

Nights

4x12

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View job details for Labor & Delivery RN

28 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Labor & Delivery RN

Sioux City, Iowa
UnityPoint Health - St. Lukes
MedPro Healthcare Staffing and 27 others

UP TO $4,038/wk

Nights

4x12

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View job details for Cardiac Cath Lab RN

10 agencies can help you get this contract

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Cardiac Cath Lab RN

Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Mercy Medical Center
PRN Healthcare and 9 others

UP TO $3,721/wk

Days

5x8

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View job details for Med Surg RN

15 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Med Surg RN

Sioux City, Iowa
UnityPoint Health - St. Lukes
TotalMed RN and 14 others

UP TO $3,600/wk

Rotating

4x12

Above Average Pay

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View job details for RN - Rehab

18 agencies can help you get this contract

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RN - Rehab

Clive, Iowa
MercyOne Clive Rehabilitation Hospital
United Staffing Solutions and 17 others

UP TO $3,923/wk

Days

4x12

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View job details for Obstetrics RN

36 agencies can help you get this contract

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Obstetrics RN

Atlantic, Iowa
Cass County Memorial Hospital
MedPro Healthcare Staffing and 35 others

UP TO $3,523/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Obstetrics / Med Surg RN

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Obstetrics / Med Surg RN

Atlantic, Iowa
Cass County Memorial Hospital
MedPro Healthcare Staffing and 31 others

UP TO $3,523/wk

Days

3x12

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View job details for Med Surg/Telemetry RN

3 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Med Surg/Telemetry RN

Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa Lutheran Hospital
Treva Workforce and 2 others

UP TO $3,500/wk

Days

4x12

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View job details for Electrophysiology Lab RN

17 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Electrophysiology Lab RN

Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Saint Luke's Hospital
Daisy Medical Staffing and 16 others

UP TO $3,447/wk

Days

4x10

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View job details for Med Surg / Telemetry RN

24 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Med Surg / Telemetry RN

Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa Lutheran Hospital
Lucid Staffing Solutions and 23 others

UP TO $3,434/wk

Nights

4x12

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View job details for RN Interventional Radiology

24 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

RN Interventional Radiology

Des Moines, Iowa
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
MedPro Healthcare Staffing and 23 others

UP TO $3,414/wk

Days

4x12

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View job details for OR RN

26 agencies can help you get this contract

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OR RN

Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa Methodist Medical Center
Daisy Medical Staffing and 25 others

UP TO $3,393/wk

Days

3x12

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View job details for ICU RN

22 agencies can help you get this contract

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ICU RN

Des Moines, Iowa
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
GHR Healthcare and 21 others

UP TO $3,390/wk

Nights

4x12

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View job details for ED RN

23 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

ED RN

Des Moines, Iowa
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
Mader MedX and 22 others

UP TO $3,390/wk

Nights

4x12

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View job details for Med Surg RN

19 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Med Surg RN

Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa Methodist Medical Center
Daisy Medical Staffing and 18 others

UP TO $3,387/wk

Nights

4x12

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View job details for Float RN - Med Surg/Telemetry / PCU / Stepdown

30 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Float RN - Med Surg/Telemetry / PCU / Stepdown

Waterloo, Iowa
UnityPoint Health - Allen Hospital
TotalMed RN and 29 others

UP TO $3,387/wk

Nights

4x12

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View job details for PCU RN

23 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

PCU RN

Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa Methodist Medical Center
Access Healthcare and 22 others

UP TO $3,387/wk

Nights

4x12

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Med Surg RN

25 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Med Surg RN

Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa Methodist Medical Center
TRS Healthcare and 24 others

UP TO $3,387/wk

Rotating

4x12

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Progressive Care Unit RN

26 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit RN

Sioux City, Iowa
UnityPoint Health - St. Lukes
Access Healthcare and 25 others

UP TO $3,326/wk

Days

4x12

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Iowa Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,383/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Iowa is $2,383 per week. This is 5% higher than the US average of $2,259.

Last updated on November 11, 2026. Based on 6,868 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

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Iowa Travel Nursing Jobs FAQs

What are the best agencies for Travel Nursing jobs in Iowa?

The agencies on Vivian that currently have the most Travel Nursing jobs in Iowa are AHS Staffing (196 jobs), Medical Solutions (156 jobs), and Cross Country Nurses (139 jobs).

What are the Registered Nurse licensing requirements in Iowa?

You can find out the RN licensing and renewal requirements for new or experienced registered nurses at our Iowa RN Licensing guide.

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

The hospitals on Vivian that currently have the most Travel Nursing jobs in Iowa are MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center (413 jobs), UnityPoint Health - St. Lukes (335 jobs), and Iowa Methodist Medical Center (233 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Friday, November 13th 2026, Vivian has 30 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $47 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $55 per hour.

Does Vivian have any per diem Nursing jobs?

As of Friday, November 13th 2026, Vivian has 2 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $42 per hour on average and up to $42 per hour for the highest-paying role.

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Friday, November 13th 2026, Vivian has 197 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $54 per hour on average, and up to $89 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Is Iowa a Nurse Licensure Compact State (NLC)?

Yes, Iowa is a Nurse Licensure Compact State (NLC).

How much does obtaining a nursing license in Iowa cost?

Cost to obtain a nursing license in Iowa varies from $143-$169.

How often do you need to renew your nursing license in Iowa?

Nursing license needs to be renewed every three years.

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