How much do travel Travel Nursing jobs pay in Iowa?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Monday, September 28th 2026, the average weekly salary for a Travel Nurse in Iowa is $2,323 but can pay up to $4,661 per week.

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View job details for Clinic Support Registered Nurse

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Travel Contract

Clinic Support Registered Nurse

Pella, Iowa
Pella Regional Health Center
Wellspring Nurse Source and 9 others

UP TO $1,946/wk

Days

5x8

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View job details for Medical-Surgical RN

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Travel Contract

Medical-Surgical RN

Waterloo, Iowa
MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center
Uniti Med and 1 other

UP TO $1,904/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN

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Travel Contract

Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN

Waterloo, Iowa
MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center
Uniti Med and 1 other

UP TO $1,894/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Med/Surg RN

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Travel Contract

Med/Surg RN

Mason City, Iowa
MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center
Uniti Med and 1 other

UP TO $1,894/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Med/Surg RN

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Travel Contract

Med/Surg RN

Waterloo, Iowa
MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center
Uniti Med and 1 other

UP TO $1,894/wk

Nights

3x12

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Posted 6 days ago

View job details for Sports Med Clinic RN

1 agency can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Sports Med Clinic RN

Bettendorf, Iowa
MercyOne Genesis Orthopedics Care
GQR Healthcare

UP TO $1,878/wk

Days

3x12

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View job details for Med Surg RN

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Travel Contract

Med Surg RN

Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa Methodist Medical Center
Uniti Med and 1 other

UP TO $1,866/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for LTC/SNF RN

3 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

LTC/SNF RN

George, Iowa
Good Samaritan Society
GetMed Staffing, Inc. and 2 others

UP TO $1,712/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Long-Term Care / Skilled Nursing Facility Registered Nurse

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Travel Contract

Long-Term Care / Skilled Nursing Facility Registered Nurse

Elk Horn, Iowa
Salem Lutheran Homes & Rehab Center
MedPro Healthcare Staffing and 8 others

UP TO $1,677/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for LTC/SNF Registered Nurse

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Travel Contract

LTC/SNF Registered Nurse

George, Iowa
Good Samaritan Society
MedPro Healthcare Staffing and 4 others

UP TO $1,677/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for LTC/SNF Registered Nurse

1 agency can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

LTC/SNF Registered Nurse

West Union, Iowa
Good Samaritan Society - West Union
Triage Staffing

UP TO $1,509/wk

Flexible

5x8

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View job details for PRN Long-Term Care / Skilled Nursing Registered Nurse

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Travel Contract

PRN Long-Term Care / Skilled Nursing Registered Nurse

Sheldon, Iowa
Sanford Sheldon Medical Center
Triage Staffing

UP TO $1,497/wk

Flexible

5x8

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Posted 1 hour ago

View job details for Travel Nurse Director RN - Care Manager

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse Director RN - Care Manager

Des Moines, IA
OneStaff Medical
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$4,661/week

Days

5x8

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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Posted 12 days ago

View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

Sioux City, IA
ALOIS Healthcare
4x12 hrs, Nights

$4,075/week

Nights

4x12

Above Average Pay

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Posted 6 days ago

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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Director of Nursing

Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Director of Nursing

Des Moines, IA
Talent4Health
5x8 hrs, Days

$3,975/week

Days

5x8

Above Average Pay

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Posted 6 days ago

View job details for Behavioral Health Nurse Manager RN

Travel Contract

Behavioral Health Nurse Manager RN

Iowa City, IA
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$3,834/week

Days

5x8

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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Posted 5 days ago

View job details for Cardiovascular Operating Room RN

Travel Contract

Cardiovascular Operating Room RN

Iowa City, IA
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$3,834/week

Days

5x8

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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Posted 7 days ago

View job details for Cardiovascular Operating Room RN

Travel Contract

Cardiovascular Operating Room RN

Iowa City, IA
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days
Referral Bonus

$3,834/week

Days

5x8

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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Posted 12 days ago

View job details for Cardiovascular Operating Room RN

Travel Contract

Cardiovascular Operating Room RN

Iowa City, IA
Host Healthcare
5x8 hrs, Days, Evenings
Referral Bonus

$3,834/week

Days

Evenings

5x8

Referral Bonus

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Posted 12 days ago

View job details for CVOR Open Heart Registered Nurse

Travel Contract

CVOR Open Heart Registered Nurse

Iowa City, IA
Cross Country Nurses
3x12 hrs, Evenings
Referral Bonus

$3,715/week

Evenings

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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Iowa Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,247/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Iowa is $2,247 per week. This is 2% higher than the US average of $2,200.

Last updated on September 28, 2026. Based on 7,278 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 Malone Healthcare - Nursing (172 jobs), AHS Staffing (167 jobs), and Medical Solutions (152 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 (558 jobs), Iowa Methodist Medical Center (302 jobs), and UnityPoint Health - St. Lukes (294 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Monday, September 28th 2026, Vivian has 39 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $46 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $51 per hour.

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Monday, September 28th 2026, Vivian has 182 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $55 per hour on average, and up to $78 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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