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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • Cross Country Nurses
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,130/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg

  • West Des Moines, IA
  • Trustaff
  • 3x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,130/week

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
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Posted 4 days ago
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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Behavioral Health
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Behavioral Health

  • Clive, IA
  • Horizon Health
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,130/week

Nights
3x12
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View job details for ED RN
Travel Contract

ED RN

  • Mason City, IA
  • CoreMedical Group
  • 3x12 hrs
  • Referral Bonus

$2,130/week

3x12
Referral Bonus
Apply now
Posted 4 days ago
View job details for ER RN
Travel Contract

ER RN

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • CoreMedical Group
  • 3x12 hrs
  • Referral Bonus

$2,130/week

3x12
Referral Bonus
Apply now
Posted 7 days ago
View job details for ICU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

  • Des Moines, IA
  • CoreMedical Group
  • 3x12 hrs
  • Referral Bonus

$2,130/week

3x12
Referral Bonus
Apply now
Posted 13 days ago
View job details for Labor and Delivery RN
Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery RN

  • Des Moines, IA
  • CoreMedical Group
  • 3x12 hrs
  • Referral Bonus

$2,130/week

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

Emergency Department Registered Nurse

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

$2,130/week

3x12
Referral Bonus
Apply now
View job details for ICU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

  • Des Moines, IA
  • CoreMedical Group
  • 3x12 hrs
  • Referral Bonus

$2,130/week

3x12
Referral Bonus
Apply now
View job details for ICU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

  • Des Moines, IA
  • CoreMedical Group
  • 3x12 hrs
  • Referral Bonus

$2,130/week

3x12
Referral Bonus
Apply now
View job details for Critical Care ICU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Critical Care ICU Registered Nurse

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

$2,130/week

3x12
Referral Bonus
Apply now
View job details for PCU / Stepdown RN
Travel Contract

PCU / Stepdown RN

  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • Focus Staff
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,129/week

Nights
3x12
Apply now
 Verified
View job details for ICU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • Focus Staff
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,129/week

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

Emergency Department RN

  • Ottumwa, IA
  • Malone Healthcare - Nursing
  • 3x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,129/week

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
Apply now
Posted 11 days ago
View job details for Emergency Department RN
Travel Contract

Emergency Department RN

  • Ottumwa, IA
  • Malone Healthcare - Nursing
  • 3x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,129/week

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
Apply now
Posted 12 days ago
View job details for Emergency Department RN
Travel Contract

Emergency Department RN

  • Ottumwa, IA
  • Malone Healthcare - Nursing
  • 3x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,129/week

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
Apply now
Posted 12 days ago
View job details for Med Surg RN
Travel Contract

Med Surg RN

  • Mount Ayr, IA
  • Uniti Med
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,129/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Apply now
Posted 3 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Med Surg RN
Travel Contract

Med Surg RN

  • Mount Ayr, IA
  • GQR Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,129/week

Nights
3x12
Apply now
Posted 3 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

  • Grinnell, IA
  • Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,129/week

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

Med/Surg Telemetry RN

  • Des Moines, IA
  • LeaderStat
  • 3x12 hrs
  • Referral Bonus

$2,129/week

3x12
Referral Bonus
Apply now
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Iowa Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,188/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Iowa is $2,188 per week. This is equal to the US average

Last updated on August 16, 2026. Based on 7,760 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 (190 jobs), Malone Healthcare - Nursing (183 jobs), and TNAA TotalMed RN (161 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 (580 jobs), Iowa Methodist Medical Center (310 jobs), and UnityPoint Health - St. Lukes (267 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Tuesday, August 18th 2026, Vivian has 73 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $46 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 Tuesday, August 18th 2026, Vivian has 216 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $53 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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