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

PRN Long-Term Care / Skilled Nursing Registered Nurse

  • Sheldon, IA
  • Triage Staffing
  • 5x8 hrs, Flexible

$1,508/week

Flexible
5x8
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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Care
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Care

  • Dubuque, IA
  • CoreMedical Group
  • 3x12 hrs
  • Referral Bonus

$1,490/week

3x12
Referral Bonus
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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Care
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Care

  • Lisbon, IA
  • CoreMedical Group
  • 3x12 hrs
  • Referral Bonus

$1,490/week

3x12
Referral Bonus
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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Care
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Care

  • Allison, IA
  • CoreMedical Group
  • 3x12 hrs
  • Referral Bonus

$1,490/week

3x12
Referral Bonus
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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Care
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Care

  • Bloomfield, IA
  • CoreMedical Group
  • 3x12 hrs
  • Referral Bonus

$1,490/week

3x12
Referral Bonus
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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Care
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Care

  • Des Moines, IA
  • CoreMedical Group
  • 4x8 hrs
  • Referral Bonus

$1,440/week

4x8
Referral Bonus
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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Care (LTC) Long Term Care
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Care (LTC) Long Term Care

  • Allison, IA
  • GrapeTree Medical Staffing
  • 2x15 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$1,440/week

Days
2x15
Referral Bonus
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Posted 1 day ago
View job details for Registered Nurse (Long Term Care)
Travel Contract

Registered Nurse (Long Term Care)

  • Clarinda, IA
  • PRN Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$1,403/week

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
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Posted 1 day ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Care
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Care

  • Coralville, IA
  • CoreMedical Group
  • 4x8 hrs
  • Referral Bonus

$1,400/week

4x8
Referral Bonus
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View job details for Labor and Delivery RN
Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery RN

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

$1,342/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Care (LTC) Long Term Care
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Care (LTC) Long Term Care

  • Des Moines, IA
  • GrapeTree Medical Staffing
  • 3x8 hrs, Evenings
  • Referral Bonus

$1,332/week

Evenings
3x8
Referral Bonus
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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Care
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Care

  • Allison, IA
  • CoreMedical Group
  • 4x8 hrs
  • Referral Bonus

$1,310/week

4x8
Referral Bonus
Apply now
Posted 10 days ago
View job details for Operating Room RN
Travel Contract

Operating Room RN

  • West Union, IA
  • Coast Medical Service
  • 5x8 hrs, Nights

$1,266/week

Nights
5x8
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View job details for Operating Room RN
Travel Contract

Operating Room RN

  • West Union, IA
  • CrossMed
  • 5x8 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$1,253/week

Nights
5x8
Referral Bonus
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View job details for Labor and Delivery RN
Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery RN

  • West Union, IA
  • Care Career
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$1,230/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Apply now
Posted 12 days ago
View job details for Labor and Delivery RN
Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery RN

  • West Union, IA
  • Coast Medical Service
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,229/week

Nights
3x12
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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Clinic
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Clinic

  • Iowa City, IA
  • Assured Nursing
  • 2x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$1,221/week

Days
2x12
Referral Bonus
Apply now
Posted 3 days ago
View job details for Operating Room RN
Travel Contract

Operating Room RN

  • West Union, IA
  • GrapeTree Medical Staffing
  • 4x9 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$1,217/week

Days
4x9
Referral Bonus
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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

  • West Union, IA
  • CrossMed
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$1,208/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Apply now
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

  • West Union, IA
  • Supplemental Health Care
  • 5x8 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$1,150/week

Nights
5x8
Referral Bonus
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Iowa Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,241/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Iowa is $2,241 per week. This is 3% higher than the US average of $2,164.

Last updated on May 15, 2026. Based on 4,102 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 (103 jobs), Malone Healthcare - Nursing (87 jobs), and TNAA TotalMed RN (87 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 UnityPoint Health - St. Lukes (221 jobs), MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center (210 jobs), and Iowa Methodist Medical Center (127 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Saturday, May 16th 2026, Vivian has 17 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 Saturday, May 16th 2026, Vivian has 106 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $54 per hour on average, and up to $74 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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