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Registered Nurse Travel Jobs in Iowa

Top RN Travel Nurse Jobs in Iowa

We currently offer 177 of the best RN travel jobs in Iowa and 47 exclusive, high-paying Registered Nurse travel nurse jobs here that you won’t find anywhere else! RN travel jobs are currently available in cities like Sioux City, Des Moines, Cedar Rapids and West Des Moines. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. We make it as easy as possible for you to compare RN nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on traveling nurse salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

The average Registered Nurse travel nurse working in Iowa earned about $2,058 per week as of Aug 1, 2024. Today, you can find RN jobs with a salary range between $1,588 to $3,399 per week. The city with the highest paying RN job is currently Sioux City with a position for a Registered Nurse – Labor & Delivery – L&D at $3,399 per week.

In Iowa, there are a number of hospital facilities with RN nursing staff. University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics in Iowa City, Allen Memorial Hospital in Waterloo and Iowa Lutheran Hospital in Des Moines are well known in Iowa.

If you have a specific start date in mind, the earliest start date in Iowa is Sep 16, 2024 for a Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room – OR role at $2,723 per week. The latest start date for an RN job is Oct 14, 2024 for a Registered Nurse – Labor & Delivery – L&D role at $2,683 per week. Find additional possibilities by sorting “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a(n) RN travel job including 13 weeks.

With great things to do, people to meet and places to see, Iowa is a popular place for RN travel jobs! Also be sure to check out our resources on how to become a travel nurse and nursing license renewal.

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Top Cities in Iowa with Travel Registered Nurse Jobs

AMN Healthcare currently has 177 travel Registered Nurse positions available in the state of Iowa. Search the most recent jobs below, or click the button below to view all jobs.

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Highest Paying Jobs in Des Moines, IA

AMN Healthcare currently has 41 travel Registered Nurse positions available in Des Moines.
travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Des Moines, Iowa – 50316
  • 12 D,
  • October 14, 2024
  • 13
$2,136 to $2,354
Weekly Pay*
UnityPoint Health – Des Moines, strives to provide each patient and family member with education, support, and outstanding medical care, from your first visit to your discharge home. Established in 1901 in a single building, Iowa Methodist has become an important regional medical center and teaching hospital.
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Registered Nurse – Telemetry
  • Des Moines, Iowa – 50314
  • 12 N,
  • October 7, 2024
  • 13
$1,712 to $1,887
Weekly Pay*
With more than 7,000 colleagues and a medical staff of more than 1,000 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne Central Iowa is one of Iowa’s largest employers. MercyOne Medical Group – Central Iowa is one of Iowa’s largest multispecialty clinic systems, made up of more than 50 primary care, pediatric, internal medicine and specialty clinics located throughout Dallas, Jasper, Polk, Wapello, Warren and Webster counties. MercyOne Central Iowa has several additional ministries including: Mercy College of Health Sciences, MercyOne Des Moines Foundation, MercyOne Health & Fitness Center and MercyOne Population Health Service Organization. In addition, 14 of Iowa’s community hospitals – from Bloomfield and Webster City to Greenfield and beyond – have chosen to affiliate with MercyOne Central Iowa. Through contracted relationships, MercyOne provides management and support services to these community hospitals, who work together to share best practices and process improvements, improve quality and service, and lower the cost of care. MercyOne Central Iowa is a member of MercyOne, which was founded in 1998 through a collaboration between CommonSpirit Health and Trinity Health – two of the country’s foremost, not-for-profit Catholic health organizations. The MercyOne system has more than 18,000 colleagues in Iowa and surrounding states.
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Registered Nurse – Telemetry
  • Des Moines, Iowa – 50314
  • 12 N,
  • October 7, 2024
  • 13
$1,712 to $1,887
Weekly Pay*
With more than 7,000 colleagues and a medical staff of more than 1,000 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne Central Iowa is one of Iowa’s largest employers. MercyOne Medical Group – Central Iowa is one of Iowa’s largest multispecialty clinic systems, made up of more than 50 primary care, pediatric, internal medicine and specialty clinics located throughout Dallas, Jasper, Polk, Wapello, Warren and Webster counties. MercyOne Central Iowa has several additional ministries including: Mercy College of Health Sciences, MercyOne Des Moines Foundation, MercyOne Health & Fitness Center and MercyOne Population Health Service Organization. In addition, 14 of Iowa’s community hospitals – from Bloomfield and Webster City to Greenfield and beyond – have chosen to affiliate with MercyOne Central Iowa. Through contracted relationships, MercyOne provides management and support services to these community hospitals, who work together to share best practices and process improvements, improve quality and service, and lower the cost of care. MercyOne Central Iowa is a member of MercyOne, which was founded in 1998 through a collaboration between CommonSpirit Health and Trinity Health – two of the country’s foremost, not-for-profit Catholic health organizations. The MercyOne system has more than 18,000 colleagues in Iowa and surrounding states.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Des Moines, Iowa – 50309
  • 12 N,
  • October 14, 2024
  • 13
$2,136 to $2,354
Weekly Pay*
Iowa Methodist Medical Center was established in 1901 in a single building. Today, Iowa Methodist has become an important regional medical center and teaching hospital. Located in downtown Des Moines on a 42-acre campus, Iowa Methodist employs nearly 4,000 people and has 370 staffed beds. Iowa Methodist is well known throughout the Midwest for cancer care. Iowa Methodist is one of two Level I Trauma Centers in the state of Iowa. Life Flight, the air ambulance program for Iowa Methodist, began in 1979 and continues to fly hundreds of vital missions per year.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Iowa City, IA

AMN Healthcare currently has 31 travel Registered Nurse positions available in Iowa City.
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Registered Nurse – Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse – Level 2
  • Iowa City, Iowa – 52245
  • 12 N,
  • September 29, 2024
$2,240 to $2,469
Weekly Pay*
level 2 nicu float to nursery and pedi
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Registered Nurse – Neonatal Intensive Care Nurse – Level 2
  • Iowa City, Iowa – 52245
  • 12 N,
  • November 11, 2024
  • 13
$2,240 to $2,469
Weekly Pay*
LEVEL 2 NICU – float to PED and Nursery
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Registered Nurse – Labor & Delivery
  • Iowa City, Iowa – 52245
  • 12 N,
  • October 7, 2024
  • 13
$2,364 to $2,605
Weekly Pay*
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Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Iowa City, Iowa – 52245
  • 12 N,
  • September 30, 2024
  • 13
$1,905 to $2,099
Weekly Pay*
ICU – NIGHTS • 12’s, , 50% weekend • CRRT needed; impella desired • ACLS, NIHSS & UIHC EKG needed • Shifts nights; Start date 9/30/24
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Highest Paying Jobs in Sioux City, IA

AMN Healthcare currently has 21 travel Registered Nurse positions available in Sioux City.
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Registered Nurse – Labor & Delivery
  • Sioux City, Iowa – 51104
  • 12 N,
  • October 7, 2024
  • 13
$2,599 to $3,399
Weekly Pay*
St. Luke’s has earned Gold Plus Certification for Stroke Care. St. Luke’s has been recognized by a leading industry publication for its new operating rooms. Surgical Products magazine has awarded St. Luke’s with the publication’s OR of the Year Award in the New Construction Category. Congratulations to 35 wonderful nurses from UnityPoint Health who have been recognized as one of the 100 Great Iowa Nurses for 2014. With a care-giving model based on optimal patient outcomes, the ideal candidate will bring experience, innovation and passion to their role. This top-ranked L&D unit is ready to welcome a new member to their team. With patient care deeply rooted in compassion, innovation and passion for great outcomes, you’ll find a challenging and rewarding environment.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Sioux City, Iowa – 51104
  • 12 N,
  • October 14, 2024
  • 13
$2,152 to $2,372
Weekly Pay*
St. Luke’s Regional Medical Center is a 158-staffed bed hospital and a member of UnityPoint Health. It is one of the region’s most patient and family-centered hospitals, delivering innovative care to communities in the tri-state area including Iowa, Nebraska and South Dakota and providing a variety of services. UnityPoint Health – St. Luke’s treats more than 77,000 patients annually through a comprehensive range of services. Together with UnityPoint Clinic and UnityPoint at Home, the health care professionals and physician partners of UnityPoint Health – St. Luke’s all work toward the same goal: getting patients healthy sooner and keeping them healthy. With a full array of inpatient and outpatient services at St. Luke’s and within UnityPoint Health, one of the nation’s most integrated health systems, our vision is to provide the best outcome for every patient, every time. St. Luke’s is dedicating to improving the health of the communities we serve. That means offering the latest technologies, equipment and procedures but also being committed to keeping patients first
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Sioux City, Iowa – 51101
  • 12 N,
  • September 29, 2024
  • 12
$1,588 to $1,750
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right individual to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Sioux City, Iowa – 51101
  • 12 D,
  • October 7, 2024
  • 13
$1,588 to $1,750
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Mason City, IA

AMN Healthcare currently has 18 travel Registered Nurse positions available in Mason City.
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Registered Nurse – Rehabilitation
  • Mason City, Iowa – 50401
  • 12 D,
  • October 6, 2024
  • 12
$1,588 to $1,750
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Registered Nurse – Emergency Room
  • Mason City, Iowa – 50401
  • 12 N,
  • September 30, 2024
  • 13
$1,746 to $1,925
Weekly Pay*
This Emergency Room (ER) unit boasts the latest in cutting-edge technology as well as a compassionate and effective patient care model. This highly esteemed facility welcomes creative and energetic caregivers to join its team. In addition to working with an elite team, you can expect to work with cutting-edge equipment.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Mason City, Iowa – 50401
  • 12 N,
  • September 30, 2024
  • 13
$1,588 to $1,750
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Mason City, Iowa – 50401
  • 12 D,
  • October 21, 2024
  • 13
$1,640 to $1,808
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Waterloo, IA

AMN Healthcare currently has 11 travel Registered Nurse positions available in Waterloo.
travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Post-Anesthesia Care Unit – PACU
  • Waterloo, Iowa – 50703
  • 12 N,
  • October 14, 2024
  • 13
$2,664 to $2,935
Weekly Pay*
Allen Hospital is a 204-bed, not-for-profit community hospital serving the Cedar Valley. Allen is an affiliate hospital of UnityPoint Health, which cares for one of every three patients in Iowa.
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Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Waterloo, Iowa – 50702
  • 12 D,
  • September 30, 2024
  • 13
$1,746 to $1,925
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). You’ll find a challenging and rewarding environment where patient care is firmly rooted in compassion, innovation, and a drive for great outcomes. This highly esteemed facility welcomes creative, energetic caregivers.
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Registered Nurse – Cardiac Catheterization Lab
  • Waterloo, Iowa – 50702
  • 12 D,
  • September 30, 2024
  • 13
$1,746 to $1,925
Weekly Pay*
The respected team members of this Catheterization Lab are looking for a team-playing, caring RN to join their ranks. The ideal candidate will bring experience, passion, and innovation to their position. With a care-giving model based on high-level patient outcomes, this unit seeks a well-regarded Cath Lab RN to become a member of this driven team of caregivers.
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Registered Nurse – Telemetry
  • Waterloo, Iowa – 50703
  • 12 D,
  • October 14, 2024
  • 13
$2,170 to $2,391
Weekly Pay*
We are a welcoming, patient-safety centered department and organization that performs cases in a variety of surgical specialties including Cardiothoracic, Vascular, Robotics, Orthopedics, General, Robotics, Gyn, Urology, Neurosurgery and Plastics. We follow AORN Recommended Practices and are passionate about our patients and great teamwork. Allen Hospital is a 204-bed, not-for-profit community hospital serving the Cedar Valley. Allen is an affiliate hospital of UnityPoint Health, which cares for one of every three patients in Iowa.
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Statistics on RN Jobs in Iowa

View helpful statistics about RN travel nursing jobs based on historical data in Iowa. This data is based on the last three months of RN job postings. Our statistics are updated regularly, which means you can find the most accurate Registered Nurse job salary trends, the types of shifts, and common contract durations available and more. Learn more about travel nursing salaries.

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FAQs about Registered Nurse Jobs in Iowa

On average, how much does an RN travel nurse make in Iowa?

A Registered Nurse nurse in Iowa can make an average of $2,075 per week.

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How much does a night shift RN travel nurse make on average in Iowa?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Registered Nurse in Iowa can make an average of $2,080 per week based on recent job availability.

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How much does a day shift RN make on average in Iowa?

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Registered Nurse in Iowa can make an average of $2,018 per week based on recent job availability.

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How many travel Registered Nurse jobs are currently available in Iowa?

There are currently 177 Registered Nurse travel nursing jobs available in Iowa. We also get new jobs daily, so be sure to apply now and a recruiter will help you find the perfect fit as jobs become available.

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Historically, what hospitals and healthcare facilities have Registered Nurse staff in Iowa?

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How long is the most common RN travel nursing contract in Iowa?

12 Hour Night shifts was the most common duration for an RN traveling nurse job in Iowa cities based on the last 6 months.

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How long is the most common contract duration for RN travel jobs in Iowa?

13 is the most common duration for a(n) Registered Nurse travel job in Iowa based on recent data.

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What are the top paying RN jobs available in Iowa currently?

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Locating RN Travel Nursing Jobs in Iowa

Cities like Des Moines, Iowa City, Mason City, Sioux City, and Waterloo currently have RN travel jobs. It’s a great state to work in and is home to facilities like Glenwood Resource Center, Eastern Iowa Health Center, Promise Community Health Center, Medix Occupational Health Services and Good Shepherd Health Center which all have RN departments.

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Healthcare Facilities in Iowa that offer Registered Nurse Jobs

These are just examples of some of the healthcare facilities in and around the Iowa area that have historically offered jobs for Registered Nurse professionals.

Mercy Medical Center – Des Moines
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, 10, and 11
Departments
Antepartum Cath Lab Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Interventional Radiology Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Postpartum Pre/Post Operative Progressive Care Unit Telemetry
Address
1111 6th Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50314
Iowa Methodist Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 and 11
Departments
Cath Lab Dialysis Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Medical Surgical Oncology Operating Room Outpatient Clinic Progressive Care Unit Rehabilitation Telemetry
Address
1200 Pleasant Street
Des Moines, IA 50309
University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 10 E, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
15, 9, 16, 13, 3, 7, 14, and 8
Departments
Bone Marrow Transplant Cardiovascular Operating Room Cardiovascular Operating Room Dialysis Emergency Room Endoscopy Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Pediatric Operating Room Pediatric Psychology Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Psychiatric
Address
200 Hawkins Drive
Iowa City, IA 52242
St. Luke’s Regional Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, and 20
Departments
Cath Lab Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Pediatric Telemetry
Address
2720 Stone Park Boulevard
Sioux City, IA 51104
St. Luke’s Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 and 8
Departments
Ambulatory OR Cath Lab Emergency Room Endoscopy Intensive Care Unit Medical Surgical Medical Surgical Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Outpatient Clinic Progressive Care Unit Psychiatric Rehabilitation Telemetry
Address
1026 ‘A’ Avenue NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Nearby Neighborhoods
West Cedar Rapids (52404)
Ottumwa Regional Health Center
Shifts
8 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
9, 13, and 8
Departments
Cath Lab Emergency Room Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Operating Room Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Psychiatric Rehabilitation Telemetry
Address
1001 Pennsylvania Ave
Ottumwa, IA 52501
Mercy Medical Center – North Iowa
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12 and 13
Departments
Cardiovascular Operating Room Cardiovascular Operating Room Cath Lab Emergency Room Endoscopy Hospice Intensive Care Unit Interventional Radiology Medical Surgical Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Pediatric Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Psychiatric Rehabilitation
Address
1000 4th Street, SW
Mason City, IA 50401
Allen Memorial Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Emergency Room Interventional Radiology Medical Surgical Medical Surgical Operating Room Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Psychiatric Rehabilitation Telemetry Telemetry
Address
1825 Logan Avenue
Waterloo, IA 50703
Iowa Lutheran Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, and 14
Departments
Emergency Room Medical Surgical Outpatient Clinic Psychiatric Rehabilitation Telemetry
Address
700 East University Avenue
Des Moines, IA 50316
Southeast Iowa Regional Medical Center – West Burlington Campus
Shifts
6 D, 8 D, 8 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12 and 13
Departments
Cath Lab Director of Nursing Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Long Term Acute Care Medical Surgical Operating Room Operating Room Pediatric Rehabilitation Telemetry
Address
1221 S Gear Ave
West Burlington, IA 52655

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