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View job details for ICU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

  • Des Moines, IA
  • Jackson Nurse Professionals
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,246/week

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

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

  • Davenport, IA
  • Supplemental Health Care
  • 5x8 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,246/week

Days
5x8
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
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View job details for Medical ICU RN
Travel Contract

Medical ICU RN

  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • Olaro
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,245/week

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 8 days ago
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View job details for ICU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • Olaro
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,245/week

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

Med Surg Registered Nurse

  • Cedar Rapids, IA
  • Voca Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,245/week

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 5 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg

  • Des Moines, IA
  • Trustaff
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,245/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 10 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Oncology
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Oncology

  • Des Moines, IA
  • Trustaff
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,245/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 10 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg

  • Des Moines, IA
  • Trustaff
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,245/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 10 days ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU Stepdown RN
Travel Contract

PCU Stepdown RN

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

$2,245/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 2 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Cath Lab RN
Travel Contract

Cath Lab RN

  • Waterloo, IA
  • Synergy Medical Staffing
  • 3x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,245/week

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

ICU Registered Nurse

  • Sioux City, IA
  • Voca Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,245/week

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 5 days ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU Stepdown RN
Travel Contract

PCU Stepdown RN

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

$2,245/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 5 days ago
View job details for Telemetry RN
Travel Contract

Telemetry RN

  • Spirit Lake, IA
  • Host Healthcare
  • 6x6 hrs, Days, Nights, Flexible
  • Referral Bonus

$2,245/week

Days
Nights
Flexible
6x6
Apply now
Posted 10 days ago
View job details for Medical ICU RN
Travel Contract

Medical ICU RN

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

$2,245/week

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

ICU Registered Nurse

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

$2,245/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
View job details for Registered Nurse Med Surg/Oncology
Travel Contract

Registered Nurse Med Surg/Oncology

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

$2,244/week

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 3 days ago
View job details for Registered Nurse Med Surg/Oncology
Travel Contract

Registered Nurse Med Surg/Oncology

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

$2,244/week

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 3 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Med/Surg Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Med/Surg Registered Nurse

  • Des Moines, IA
  • Voca Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$2,244/week

Days
3x12
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 10 days ago
View job details for Med/Surg Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Med/Surg Registered Nurse

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

$2,244/week

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

Registered Nurse Med Surg/Telemetry PCU

  • Sioux City, IA
  • GrapeTree Medical Staffing
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,244/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 8 days ago
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Iowa Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,194/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Iowa is $2,194 per week. This is 1% higher than the US average of $2,169.

Last updated on July 2, 2026. Based on 6,099 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 (135 jobs), Trustaff (129 jobs), and Malone Healthcare - Nursing (116 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 (439 jobs), MercyOne North Iowa Medical Center (179 jobs), and UnityPoint Health - St. Lukes (168 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Saturday, July 4th 2026, Vivian has 51 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $47 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 Saturday, July 4th 2026, Vivian has 156 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $53 per hour on average, and up to $65 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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