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View job details for Cardiac Stepdown RN
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Travel Contract

Cardiac Stepdown RN

  • Mason City, Iowa
  • MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center
  • NuWest Travel Nursing

$1,821/week

3x12
Posted 44 minutes ago
View job details for RN Medical/Surgical Telemetry
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Travel Contract

RN Medical/Surgical Telemetry

  • Des Moines, Iowa
  • MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
  • NuWest Travel Nursing

$1,821/week

3x12
Posted 44 minutes ago
View job details for RN Medical/Surgical Telemetry
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Travel Contract

RN Medical/Surgical Telemetry

  • Mason City, Iowa
  • MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center
  • NuWest Travel Nursing

$1,671/week

3x12
Posted 44 minutes ago
View job details for LTC/SNF Registered Nurse
2 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

LTC/SNF Registered Nurse

  • West Union, Iowa
  • Good Samaritan Society - West Union
  • IDR Healthcare and 1 other

$1,399-1,444/week

Flexible
5x8
Posted 5 hours ago
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View job details for PRN Long-Term Care / Skilled Nursing Registered Nurse
2 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PRN Long-Term Care / Skilled Nursing Registered Nurse

  • Sheldon, Iowa
  • Sanford Sheldon Medical Center
  • IDR Healthcare and 1 other

$1,399-1,431/week

Flexible
5x8
Posted 5 hours ago
 Verified
View job details for Operating Room RN
4 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Operating Room RN

  • West Union, Iowa
  • Palmer Lutheran Health Center
  • Coast Medical Service and 3 others

$1,092-1,295/week

Nights
5x8
Referral Bonus
View job details for Interim Director of Nursing
Travel Contract

Interim Director of Nursing

  • Dyersville, IA
  • Trinity Health FirstChoice
  • 5x8 hrs

$4,400/week

5x8
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 9 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - CVOR
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - CVOR

  • Iowa City, IA
  • Cross Country Nurses
  • 4x10 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$3,990/week

Days
4x10
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - CVOR
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - CVOR

  • Iowa City, IA
  • Cross Country Nurses
  • 4x10 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$3,990/week

Nights
4x10
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - CVOR
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - CVOR

  • Iowa City, IA
  • Host Healthcare
  • 5x8 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$3,608/week

Nights
5x8
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 4 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - CVOR
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - CVOR

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

$3,608/week

Days
Evenings
5x8
Referral Bonus
Apply now
Posted 4 days ago
View job details for Cardiovascular Operating Room RN
Travel Contract

Cardiovascular Operating Room RN

  • Iowa City, IA
  • Medical Solutions
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$3,516/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 5 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

  • Des Moines, IA
  • ADN Healthcare
  • 4x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$3,446/week

Nights
4x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted Today
View job details for Critical Care RN
Travel Contract

Critical Care RN

  • Des Moines, IA
  • Prime Staffing
  • 4x12 hrs, Nights

$3,426/week

Nights
4x12
Above Average Pay
Apply now
View job details for Interventional Radiology RN
Travel Contract

Interventional Radiology RN

  • Mason City, IA
  • Trinity Health FirstChoice
  • 5x8 hrs, Days

$3,400/week

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

Cath Lab Registered Nurse

  • Mason City, IA
  • Trinity Health FirstChoice
  • 5x8 hrs, Days

$3,400/week

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

Cath Lab Registered Nurse

  • Davenport, IA
  • Trinity Health FirstChoice
  • 5x8 hrs, Days

$3,400/week

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

CVOR Registered Nurse

  • Iowa City, IA
  • Supplemental Health Care
  • 5x8 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$3,396/week

Nights
5x8
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 5 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry

  • West Burlington, IA
  • LanceSoft
  • 4x12 hrs, Nights

$3,326/week

Nights
4x12
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted Today
View job details for Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse

  • Ottumwa, IA
  • TheraEX Staffing Services
  • 4x12 hrs, Nights

$3,300/week

Nights
4x12
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 11 days ago
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Iowa Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,228/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Iowa is $2,228 per week. This is 3% higher than the US average of $2,161.

Last updated on March 31, 2026. Based on 3,175 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 (162 jobs), IDR Healthcare (61 jobs), and Trinity Health FirstChoice (59 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 (100 jobs), MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center (75 jobs), and Great River Medical Center (57 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Wednesday, April 1st 2026, Vivian has 20 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $38 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $61 per hour.

Does Vivian have any per diem Nursing jobs?

As of Wednesday, April 1st 2026, Vivian has 7 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $48 per hour on average and up to $48 per hour for the highest-paying role.

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Wednesday, April 1st 2026, Vivian has 65 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $54 per hour on average, and up to $66 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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