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

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg

  • Des Moines, IA
  • Travel Nurses, Inc.
  • 5x8 hrs
  • Referral Bonus

$2,429/week

5x8
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 10 days ago
View job details for ER Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

ER Registered Nurse

  • Sioux City, IA
  • IDR Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,428/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 11 days ago
View job details for Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse

  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,428/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 7 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Oncology
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Oncology

  • Des Moines, IA
  • Trustaff
  • 4x10 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,427/week

Days
4x10
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 11 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

  • Waterloo, IA
  • TNAA TotalMed RN
  • 4x10 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,426/week

Days
4x10
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 9 days ago
View job details for RN Medical/Surgical Telemetry
Travel Contract

RN Medical/Surgical Telemetry

  • West Burlington, IA
  • Genie Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,425/week

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 12 days ago
View job details for Travel RN – Med/Surg Telemetry
Travel Contract

Travel RN – Med/Surg Telemetry

  • West Burlington, IA
  • Genie Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,425/week

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Apply now
View job details for ICU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

  • Des Moines, IA
  • Genie Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,424/week

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 13 days ago
View job details for Interventional Radiology Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Interventional Radiology Registered Nurse

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • GHR Healthcare - PH Division
  • 3x12 hrs

$2,424/week

3x12
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 5 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Labor and Delivery

  • Sioux City, IA
  • Uniti Med
  • 3x12 hrs
  • Referral Bonus

$2,423/week

3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 11 days ago
View job details for Labor and Delivery Nurse
Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery Nurse

  • Sioux City, IA
  • GQR Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs

$2,423/week

3x12
Above Average Pay
Apply now
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

  • Waverly, IA
  • Epic Travel Staffing
  • 4x8 hrs, Days

$2,422/week

Days
4x8
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted Today
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

  • Waverly, IA
  • Epic Travel Staffing
  • 4x8 hrs, Days

$2,422/week

Days
4x8
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted Today
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg

  • Des Moines, IA
  • AHS Staffing
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,420/week

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Apply now
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg

  • Des Moines, IA
  • AHS Staffing
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,420/week

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Apply now
View job details for Operating Room Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Operating Room Registered Nurse

  • Iowa City, IA
  • Medical Solutions
  • 4x10 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,420/week

Days
4x10
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 11 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Acute Care
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Acute Care

  • Des Moines, IA
  • Focus Staff
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,419/week

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Apply now
View job details for Labor & Delivery, Mother-Baby & Level 2 NICU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Labor & Delivery, Mother-Baby & Level 2 NICU Registered Nurse

  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • Host Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,419/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
View job details for Labor & Delivery, Postpartum & Mother-Baby RN – Level II NICU
Travel Contract

Labor & Delivery, Postpartum & Mother-Baby RN – Level II NICU

  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • Host Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,419/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - CVOR
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - CVOR

  • Mason City, IA
  • Triage Staffing
  • 4x10 hrs, Nights

$2,418/week

Nights
4x10
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 8 days ago
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Iowa Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,237/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Iowa is $2,237 per week. This is 4% higher than the US average of $2,150.

Last updated on December 29, 2025. Based on 3,608 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 (100 jobs), Medical Solutions (86 jobs), and TNAA TotalMed RN (85 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 (251 jobs), MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center (180 jobs), and UnityPoint Health - St. Lukes (176 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Monday, December 29th 2025, Vivian has 2 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $43 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $52 per hour.

Does Vivian have any per diem Nursing jobs?

As of Monday, December 29th 2025, Vivian has 6 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 Monday, December 29th 2025, Vivian has 117 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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