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View job details for ICU Flex Pool RN
9 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

ICU Flex Pool RN

  • Des Moines, Iowa
  • MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
  • Prime Staffing and 8 others

UP TO $2,440/wk

3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for ICU Registered Nurse
16 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

  • Des Moines, Iowa
  • MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
  • Health Advocates Network - Nursing and 15 others

UP TO $2,440/wk

3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for Medical ICU RN
21 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Medical ICU RN

  • Council Bluffs, Iowa
  • CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs
  • Medical Solutions and 20 others

UP TO $2,425/wk

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for CCU Registered Nurse
9 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

CCU Registered Nurse

  • Carroll, Iowa
  • Saint Anthony Regional Hospital
  • Health Advocates Network - Nursing and 8 others

UP TO $2,416/wk

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for Emergency Department RN
30 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Emergency Department RN

  • Ottumwa, Iowa
  • Ottumwa Regional Health Center
  • Anders Group and 29 others

UP TO $2,398/wk

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 4 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Medical/Surgical Telemetry RN
8 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Medical/Surgical Telemetry RN

  • Des Moines, Iowa
  • MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
  • Jackson Nurse Professionals and 7 others

UP TO $2,384/wk

3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for Medical/Surgical Telemetry RN
10 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Medical/Surgical Telemetry RN

  • Des Moines, Iowa
  • MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
  • Assured Nursing and 9 others

UP TO $2,384/wk

3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for ER/Med-Surg Float RN
17 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

ER/Med-Surg Float RN

  • Greenfield, Iowa
  • Adair County Memorial Hospital
  • TRS Healthcare and 16 others

UP TO $2,371/wk

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for ICU Registered Nurse
19 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

  • Des Moines, Iowa
  • MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
  • Health Advocates Network - Nursing and 18 others

UP TO $2,368/wk

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for Emergency Department Nurse
22 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Emergency Department Nurse

  • Des Moines, Iowa
  • MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
  • Anders Group and 21 others

UP TO $2,368/wk

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for Med Surg Registered Nurse
21 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Med Surg Registered Nurse

  • Sioux City, Iowa
  • UnityPoint Health - St. Lukes
  • Premier Medical Staffing Services and 20 others

UP TO $2,364/wk

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 4 hours ago
 Verified
View job details for Emergency Room Registered Nurse
35 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Emergency Room Registered Nurse

  • Dubuque, Iowa
  • UnityPoint Health - Finley
  • Care Team Solutions and 34 others

UP TO $2,362/wk

Nights
5x8
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for Emergency Department Registered Nurse
22 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Emergency Department Registered Nurse

  • Dyersville, Iowa
  • MercyOne Dyersville Medical Center
  • Anders Group and 21 others

UP TO $2,359/wk

3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for Emergency Room RN
24 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Emergency Room RN

  • Dubuque, Iowa
  • MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center
  • Anders Group and 23 others

UP TO $2,359/wk

3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for Labor and Delivery RN
18 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery RN

  • Des Moines, Iowa
  • MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
  • Voca Healthcare and 17 others

UP TO $2,359/wk

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for Labor and Delivery RN
22 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery RN

  • Des Moines, Iowa
  • MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
  • Meda Health and 21 others

UP TO $2,359/wk

Days
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for ICU Registered Nurse
14 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

  • Des Moines, Iowa
  • MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
  • Health Advocates Network - Nursing and 13 others

UP TO $2,359/wk

Days
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for ICU Registered Nurse
22 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

  • Clinton, Iowa
  • MercyOne Clinton Medical Center
  • Health Advocates Network - Nursing and 21 others

UP TO $2,359/wk

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for ICU Registered Nurse
18 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

  • Des Moines, Iowa
  • MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
  • Prime Staffing and 17 others

UP TO $2,359/wk

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for ICU Registered Nurse
12 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

  • Des Moines, Iowa
  • MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
  • Prime Staffing and 11 others

UP TO $2,359/wk

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
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Iowa Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,171/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Iowa is $2,171 per week. This is equal to the US average

Last updated on June 28, 2026. Based on 5,281 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 Trustaff (139 jobs), Host Healthcare (133 jobs), and TNAA TotalMed RN (127 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 (592 jobs), UnityPoint Health - St. Lukes (204 jobs), and MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center (154 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Tuesday, June 30th 2026, Vivian has 5 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $50 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, June 30th 2026, Vivian has 160 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $53 per hour on average, and up to $68 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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