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View job details for RN - Long Term Care
Travel Contract

RN - Long Term Care

  • Mount Pleasant, IA
  • Lucid Staffing Solutions
  • 5x8 hrs, Evenings

$2,410/week

Evenings
5x8
Above Average Pay
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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Trustaff
  • 3x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,410/week

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 10 days ago
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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry

  • Burlington, IA
  • Gifted Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,408/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
View job details for RN Medical/Surgical Telemetry
Travel Contract

RN Medical/Surgical Telemetry

  • West Burlington, IA
  • Genie Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,407/week

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Apply now
View job details for Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN
Travel Contract

Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN

  • West Burlington, IA
  • Genie Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,407/week

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 3 days ago
View job details for Orthopedic Operating Room RN
Travel Contract

Orthopedic Operating Room RN

  • Davenport, IA
  • Skyline Med Staff Nursing
  • 4x10 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,406/week

Days
4x10
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
 Verified
View job details for OR RN - Orthopedic/Spine
Travel Contract

OR RN - Orthopedic/Spine

  • Davenport, IA
  • Skyline Med Staff Nursing
  • 5x8 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,406/week

Days
5x8
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
 Verified
View job details for Operating Room RN
Travel Contract

Operating Room RN

  • Mason City, IA
  • Skyline Med Staff Nursing
  • 5x8 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,406/week

Days
5x8
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 5 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Cath Lab RN
Travel Contract

Cath Lab RN

  • Waterloo, IA
  • Meda Health
  • 5x8 hrs, Days

$2,406/week

Days
5x8
Above Average Pay
Apply now
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View job details for ICU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • Stability Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,168/week

Nights
3x12
Apply now
 Verified
View job details for Emergency Department RN
Travel Contract

Emergency Department RN

  • Perry, IA
  • Solomon Page
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,168/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Apply now
Posted Today
View job details for Emergency Department RN
Travel Contract

Emergency Department RN

  • Perry, IA
  • Solomon Page
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,168/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Apply now
View job details for Critical Care RN
Travel Contract

Critical Care RN

  • Des Moines, IA
  • CrossMed
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,168/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Apply now
Posted 1 day ago
View job details for ICU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

  • Waterloo, IA
  • CrossMed
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,168/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Apply now
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

  • Keosauqua, IA
  • GrapeTree Medical Staffing
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,168/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Apply now
View job details for Long Term Care RN
Travel Contract

Long Term Care RN

  • Coralville, IA
  • GrapeTree Medical Staffing
  • 3x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,168/week

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
Apply now
View job details for Emergency Room Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

  • Dubuque, IA
  • Focus Staff
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,167/week

Nights
3x12
Apply now
 Verified
View job details for RN Med/Surg Telemetry
Travel Contract

RN Med/Surg Telemetry

  • Centerville, IA
  • GHR Healthcare - Travel Division
  • 3x12 hrs

$2,167/week

3x12
Apply now
Posted 10 days ago
View job details for Medical/Surgical RN
Travel Contract

Medical/Surgical RN

  • Des Moines, IA
  • GHR Healthcare - Travel Division
  • 3x12 hrs

$2,167/week

3x12
Apply now
Posted 10 days ago
View job details for Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN
Travel Contract

Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN

  • Des Moines, IA
  • GHR Healthcare - Travel Division
  • 3x12 hrs

$2,167/week

3x12
Apply now
Posted 11 days ago
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Iowa Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,190/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Iowa is $2,190 per week. This is 1% higher than the US average of $2,168.

Last updated on July 4, 2026. Based on 5,642 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 Host Healthcare (133 jobs), Trustaff (129 jobs), and Malone Healthcare - Nursing (116 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 (430 jobs), MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center (175 jobs), and UnityPoint Health - St. Lukes (168 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Monday, July 6th 2026, Vivian has 13 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $48 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $61 per hour.

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Monday, July 6th 2026, Vivian has 151 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $54 per hour on average, and up to $65 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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