How much do travel Travel Nursing jobs pay in Iowa?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Friday, November 13th 2026, the average weekly salary for a Travel Nurse in Iowa is $2,400 but can pay up to $4,387 per week.

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Iowa Travel Nursing Jobs

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ER RN

Ottumwa, Iowa
Ottumwa Regional Health Center
Uniti Med and 25 others

UP TO $2,946/wk

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4x12

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ICU RN

Des Moines, Iowa
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
GHR Healthcare and 23 others

UP TO $2,940/wk

Nights

4x12

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View job details for OR RN

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OR RN

Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Mercy Medical Center
TotalMed RN and 7 others

UP TO $2,901/wk

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5x8

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View job details for Pediatrics RN

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Pediatrics RN

Dubuque, Iowa
MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center
LeaderStat and 25 others

UP TO $2,880/wk

Nights

4x12

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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
GHR Healthcare - Travel and 16 others

UP TO $2,874/wk

Days

4x12

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View job details for Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN

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Medical-Surgical Telemetry RN

Des Moines, Iowa
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
Mader MedX and 22 others

UP TO $2,874/wk

Nights

4x12

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View job details for PACU RN

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PACU RN

Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Saint Luke's Hospital
American Traveler and 25 others

UP TO $2,830/wk

Days

5x8

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View job details for Pediatric Emergency Room RN

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Pediatric Emergency Room RN

Des Moines, Iowa
Blank Children's Hospital
Cross Country Nurses and 21 others

UP TO $2,826/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for OR RN

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OR RN

Sioux City, Iowa
UnityPoint Health - St. Lukes
Medical Solutions and 11 others

UP TO $2,817/wk

Days

4x10

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View job details for Med Surg RN

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Travel Contract

Med Surg RN

Des Moines, Iowa
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
TRS Healthcare and 22 others

UP TO $2,806/wk

Nights

4x12

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View job details for Med Surg / Telemetry RN

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Travel Contract

Med Surg / Telemetry RN

Des Moines, Iowa
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
TRS Healthcare and 20 others

UP TO $2,806/wk

Nights

4x12

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View job details for Med Surg RN

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Med Surg RN

Waterloo, Iowa
MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center
TRS Healthcare and 26 others

UP TO $2,793/wk

Days

4x12

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View job details for Med Surg RN

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Med Surg RN

Dubuque, Iowa
MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center
TRS Healthcare and 27 others

UP TO $2,793/wk

Nights

4x12

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View job details for Medical Surgical Telemetry RN

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Medical Surgical Telemetry RN

Mason City, Iowa
MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center
Mader MedX and 23 others

UP TO $2,793/wk

Nights

4x12

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View job details for Med Surg RN

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Med Surg RN

Waterloo, Iowa
MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center
TRS Healthcare and 28 others

UP TO $2,793/wk

Nights

4x12

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View job details for RN Medical / Surgical / Telemetry

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Travel Contract

RN Medical / Surgical / Telemetry

Waterloo, Iowa
MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center
TRS Healthcare and 29 others

UP TO $2,793/wk

Nights

4x12

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View job details for Med Surg RN

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Med Surg RN

Dubuque, Iowa
MercyOne Dubuque Medical Center
TRS Healthcare and 30 others

UP TO $2,793/wk

Nights

4x12

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View job details for Med Surg RN

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Travel Contract

Med Surg RN

Sioux City, Iowa
UnityPoint Health - St. Lukes
Daisy Medical Staffing and 24 others

UP TO $2,787/wk

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

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View job details for ICU RN

28 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

ICU RN

Grinnell, Iowa
Grinnell Regional Medical Center
Premier Medical Staffing Services and 27 others

UP TO $2,787/wk

Days

3x12

Referral Bonus

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View job details for Med Surg RN

23 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Med Surg RN

Sioux City, Iowa
UnityPoint Health - St. Lukes
Daisy Medical Staffing and 22 others

UP TO $2,787/wk

Days

3x12

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Iowa Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,383/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Iowa is $2,383 per week. This is 5% higher than the US average of $2,259.

Last updated on November 11, 2026. Based on 6,868 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 AHS Staffing (196 jobs), Medical Solutions (156 jobs), and Cross Country Nurses (139 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 (413 jobs), UnityPoint Health - St. Lukes (335 jobs), and Iowa Methodist Medical Center (233 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Friday, November 13th 2026, Vivian has 30 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $47 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $55 per hour.

Does Vivian have any per diem Nursing jobs?

As of Friday, November 13th 2026, Vivian has 2 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $42 per hour on average and up to $42 per hour for the highest-paying role.

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Friday, November 13th 2026, Vivian has 197 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $54 per hour on average, and up to $89 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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