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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View job details for ICU Registered Nurse

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Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

Des Moines, Iowa
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
Mader MedX and 11 others

UP TO $2,440/wk

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3x12

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View job details for Behavioral Health RN

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Behavioral Health RN

Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa Lutheran Hospital
Daisy Medical Staffing and 18 others

UP TO $2,434/wk

Nights

5x8

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View job details for Endoscopy RN

3 agencies can help you get this contract

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Endoscopy RN

Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Mercy Medical Center
Medical Solutions and 2 others

UP TO $2,413/wk

Days

5x8

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View job details for Emergency Room RN

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Emergency Room RN

Muscatine, Iowa
UnityPoint Health - Trinity Muscatine
Malone Healthcare - Nursing

UP TO $2,406/wk

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

Above Average Pay

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Posted 10 days ago

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
Mader MedX and 4 others

UP TO $2,404/wk

Days

3x12

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View job details for Pre/Post-Op RN

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Pre/Post-Op RN

Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Saint Luke's Hospital
Host Healthcare and 6 others

UP TO $2,387/wk

Days

5x8

Above Average Pay

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View job details for ICU RN

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Travel Contract

ICU RN

Mason City, Iowa
MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center
Mader MedX

UP TO $2,365/wk

Nights

3x12

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Posted 9 hours ago

View job details for ICU RN Flex Pool

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Travel Contract

ICU RN Flex Pool

Des Moines, Iowa
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
Access Healthcare and 1 other

UP TO $2,359/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Emergency Room RN

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Travel Contract

Emergency Room RN

Clinton, Iowa
MercyOne Clinton Medical Center
Access Healthcare

UP TO $2,359/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Labor and Delivery RN

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Travel Contract

Labor and Delivery RN

Des Moines, Iowa
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
Medical Solutions and 3 others

UP TO $2,359/wk

Days

3x12

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View job details for ICU Registered Nurse

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Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

Des Moines, Iowa
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
Access Healthcare

UP TO $2,359/wk

Days

3x12

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View job details for Emergency Room RN

1 agency can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Emergency Room RN

Des Moines, Iowa
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
American Traveler

UP TO $2,350/wk

Nights

3x12

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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
TRS Healthcare and 11 others

UP TO $2,366/wk

Days

3x12

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View job details for Behavioral Health RN

1 agency can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Behavioral Health RN

Des Moines, Iowa
Iowa Lutheran Hospital
Genie Healthcare

UP TO $2,335/wk

Nights

5x8

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View job details for Med Surg Telemetry RN

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Travel Contract

Med Surg Telemetry RN

Newton, Iowa
MercyOne Newton Medical Center
ADN Healthcare and 10 others

UP TO $2,576/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for OR RN

3 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

OR RN

Mason City, Iowa
MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center
GHR Healthcare - Travel and 2 others

UP TO $2,293/wk

Days

5x8

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View job details for Inpatient Rehab RN

25 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Inpatient Rehab RN

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

UP TO $2,287/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for RN Medical/Surgical Telemetry

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Travel Contract

RN Medical/Surgical Telemetry

New Hampton, Iowa
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
Medical Talent and 8 others

UP TO $2,284/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Medical Surgical Telemetry RN

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Travel Contract

Medical Surgical Telemetry RN

Des Moines, Iowa
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
TRS Healthcare and 15 others

UP TO $2,278/wk

Nights

3x12

Referral Bonus

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View job details for RN Medical/Surgical Telemetry

18 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

RN Medical/Surgical Telemetry

Des Moines, Iowa
MercyOne Des Moines Medical Center
GHR Healthcare and 17 others

UP TO $2,277/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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