Clinical Nurse Jobs in Iowa
Clinical Nurse jobs in Iowa are concentrated in hospital systems, long-term care facilities, and outpatient clinics, with steady demand from entry-level staff nurses through senior clinical roles. The heaviest hiring is in Des Moines, Iowa City, and Cedar Rapids, where established employers like UnityPoint Health, University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, and Mercy Medical Center consistently post openings. Medical-surgical, critical care, and behavioral health are among the most in-demand specialties statewide. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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**In order to be considered candidates must submit an application on our company website in order to be considered jobs.uiowa.edu search req. #26004173**
The University of Iowa Community Clinics (UICC) is seeking a patient centered Nurse Clinical Coordinator to support our Urbandale Infusion Clinic. This position provides nursing leadership and oversight for Infusion clinic patient care populations that are served within UI Community Clinics. Functions as a clinical nurse expert for patients and UICC. The nurse will facilitate communications between medical staff, management, patients and/or family to provide excellent customer service. This position will serve as a liaison role to provide the dissemination of information and education to clinical care team.
Key areas of responsibility include:
- Assists and acts a liaison with supporting new initiatives including new service lines, expanding clinics, adding new providers, etc.
- Collaborates with nursing, medical staff, and other health professionals in planning, delivering, and evaluating care for primary and specialty patient populations.
- Leads nursing personnel in providing specialized patient procedures and care management plans
- Leads or participates in evidence-based projects within specialty area and collaborate with the appropriate CPL or NPL staff member to implement practice changes.
- Provides specialized health education to patients and health profession students
- Adheres to internal and regulatory policies and guidelines
- Creates clinic staffing schedule and represent clinic at daily staffing huddles; trouble staffing gaps and identify solutions
- Assists with reviewing benefit request in time tracking system
- Participates in recruitment, developing, and managing performance of staff
- Applies expertise in communicating real time feedback and direction to clinical staff
- Serves as a liaison between clinical staff, family members, and UICC leadership
- Applies expertise in specialized field to improve nursing outcomes, leads and participates in evidence-based projects, and implements team-based care
- Troubleshooting and managing facility issues in real time
- Participates in Quality Improvement (QI) initiatives
- Provides direct patient care/nurse triage responsibilities as needed, floating to other clinics as needed
- Driver's License and ability to meet UI Fleet Safety Standards
- Other clinic duties as assigned
Department Summary:
University of Iowa Community Clinics (UICC) provides comprehensive care to the Iowa communities. With 38 community clinics, including Quick Cares and Urgent Care, Primary Medicine, and multiple Specialties. UICC is home to providers and staff that provide comprehensive care outside of the hospital setting and give the community a sense of care whenever they need it most.
Pay Grade: 4B https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/plans
Percent of Time: 100%
Schedule: 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday, variable shifts between with work hours between 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Urbandale, IA
Benefits Highlights:
- Regular salaried position located in Urbandale, Iowa (and surrounding clinic locations)
- Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
- For more information about Why Iowa? click here
The University of Iowa offers a generous benefits package, including double retirement match, paid vacation to start and paid sick leave. Complete information regarding the full benefits package may be viewed at: https://hr.uiowa.edu/benefits
Required Qualifications:
- A Baccalaureate degree in Nursing is required
- 1-3 years of nursing experience is required
- Valid license to practice nursing in the state of Iowa
- Excellent organization and time management skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Internet
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Driver's License and ability to meet UI Fleet Safety Standards
Highly Desired Qualifications:
- Experience working in an infusion clinic
- Experience working with pediatric populations
Desired Qualifications:
- 1 to 3 years' experience in patient care, particularly those with ambulatory and triage in an ambulatory setting.
- Proficient in IV therapy and infusion equipment operation
- Demonstrated leadership and training skills (might include but not limited to: Charge Nurse or Lead Staff Nurse, etc.)
- Excellent interpersonal skills with patients, families, and health care workers
- Professional nursing certification is desired
- Familiarity with UI Health Care ambulatory clinic workflows
In order to be considered, applicants must upload resume and cover letter (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. For questions or additional information, please contact Shaye-Short@uiowa.edu.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.
Additional Information
- Classification Title: Clinical Coordinator
- Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
- Schedule: Full-time
Compensation
- Pay Level: 4B
Contact Information
- Organization: Healthcare
- Contact Name: Shaye Short
- Contact Email: Shaye-Short@uiowa.edu
Pay: $58,876.00 - $107,298.00 per year
Work Location: In person
**In order to be considered candidates must submit an application on our company website in order to be considered jobs.uiowa.edu search req. #26004173**
The University of Iowa Community Clinics (UICC) is seeking a patient centered Nurse Clinical Coordinator to support our Urbandale Infusion Clinic. This position provides nursing leadership and oversight for Infusion clinic patient care populations that are served within UI Community Clinics. Functions as a clinical nurse expert for patients and UICC. The nurse will facilitate communications between medical staff, management, patients and/or family to provide excellent customer service. This position will serve as a liaison role to provide the dissemination of information and education to clinical care team.
Key areas of responsibility include:
- Assists and acts a liaison with supporting new initiatives including new service lines, expanding clinics, adding new providers, etc.
- Collaborates with nursing, medical staff, and other health professionals in planning, delivering, and evaluating care for primary and specialty patient populations.
- Leads nursing personnel in providing specialized patient procedures and care management plans
- Leads or participates in evidence-based projects within specialty area and collaborate with the appropriate CPL or NPL staff member to implement practice changes.
- Provides specialized health education to patients and health profession students
- Adheres to internal and regulatory policies and guidelines
- Creates clinic staffing schedule and represent clinic at daily staffing huddles; trouble staffing gaps and identify solutions
- Assists with reviewing benefit request in time tracking system
- Participates in recruitment, developing, and managing performance of staff
- Applies expertise in communicating real time feedback and direction to clinical staff
- Serves as a liaison between clinical staff, family members, and UICC leadership
- Applies expertise in specialized field to improve nursing outcomes, leads and participates in evidence-based projects, and implements team-based care
- Troubleshooting and managing facility issues in real time
- Participates in Quality Improvement (QI) initiatives
- Provides direct patient care/nurse triage responsibilities as needed, floating to other clinics as needed
- Driver's License and ability to meet UI Fleet Safety Standards
- Other clinic duties as assigned
Department Summary:
University of Iowa Community Clinics (UICC) provides comprehensive care to the Iowa communities. With 38 community clinics, including Quick Cares and Urgent Care, Primary Medicine, and multiple Specialties. UICC is home to providers and staff that provide comprehensive care outside of the hospital setting and give the community a sense of care whenever they need it most.
Pay Grade: 4B https://hr.uiowa.edu/pay/plans
Percent of Time: 100%
Schedule: 40 hours per week, Monday – Friday, variable shifts between with work hours between 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM
Location: Urbandale, IA
Benefits Highlights:
- Regular salaried position located in Urbandale, Iowa (and surrounding clinic locations)
- Fringe benefit package including paid vacation; sick leave; health, dental, life and disability insurance options; and generous employer contributions into retirement plans
- For more information about Why Iowa? click here
The University of Iowa offers a generous benefits package, including double retirement match, paid vacation to start and paid sick leave. Complete information regarding the full benefits package may be viewed at: https://hr.uiowa.edu/benefits
Required Qualifications:
- A Baccalaureate degree in Nursing is required
- 1-3 years of nursing experience is required
- Valid license to practice nursing in the state of Iowa
- Excellent organization and time management skills
- Proficiency with Microsoft Office and Internet
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Driver's License and ability to meet UI Fleet Safety Standards
Highly Desired Qualifications:
- Experience working in an infusion clinic
- Experience working with pediatric populations
Desired Qualifications:
- 1 to 3 years' experience in patient care, particularly those with ambulatory and triage in an ambulatory setting.
- Proficient in IV therapy and infusion equipment operation
- Demonstrated leadership and training skills (might include but not limited to: Charge Nurse or Lead Staff Nurse, etc.)
- Excellent interpersonal skills with patients, families, and health care workers
- Professional nursing certification is desired
- Familiarity with UI Health Care ambulatory clinic workflows
In order to be considered, applicants must upload resume and cover letter (under submission relevant materials) that clearly address how they meet the listed required and desired qualifications of this position.
Job openings are posted for a minimum of 7 calendar days. This job may be removed from posting and filled any time after the minimum posting period has ended. For questions or additional information, please contact Shaye-Short@uiowa.edu.
Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any conviction history and will be subject to a criminal background check. This position is not eligible for University sponsorship for employment authorization.
Additional Information
- Classification Title: Clinical Coordinator
- Appointment Type: Professional and Scientific
- Schedule: Full-time
Compensation
- Pay Level: 4B
Contact Information
- Organization: Healthcare
- Contact Name: Shaye Short
- Contact Email: Shaye-Short@uiowa.edu
Pay: $58,876.00 - $107,298.00 per year
Work Location: In person
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Where Iowa roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Clinical Nurse Job Market in Iowa
A snapshot from current Iowa openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- UnityPoint Health10
- The University of Iowa5
- MercyOne2
- Option Care Health2
- UIHC1U
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Education
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals
What Iowa Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinical nurse jobs across Iowa.
- Active RN license issued or recognized by the Iowa Board of Nursing
- Associate or Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from an accredited program
- Current BLS certification required prior to start date
- One or more years of clinical nursing experience in a hospital or healthcare setting
- Strong documentation skills and proficiency with electronic health record systems
- Ability to work rotating shifts including nights, weekends, and holidays as assigned
Clinical Nurse Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinical nurse in Iowa?
You become a clinical nurse in Iowa by completing an accredited Associate Degree in Nursing or Bachelor of Science in Nursing program, then passing the NCLEX-RN examination. The Iowa Board of Nursing issues and governs RN licensure in the state. Iowa participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so nurses licensed in other compact states can practice in Iowa without obtaining a separate state license.
How much do clinical nurses make in Iowa?
Clinical nurses in Iowa earn a median of about $78,630 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $63,840 for the lowest 10% to over $100,500 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire clinical nurses in Iowa?
Companies currently hiring clinical nurses in Iowa include UnityPoint Health, The University of Iowa, and MercyOne, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Iowa's largest health systems and regional medical centers drive the bulk of consistent clinical nurse hiring across the state.
Which Iowa cities have the most clinical nurse jobs?
Iowa City, Des Moines, and Dubuque have the most clinical nurse openings in Iowa. Des Moines anchors the market as the state's largest metro, home to major health systems like UnityPoint Health and MercyOne, while Iowa City benefits from the concentration of clinical activity around University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, and Cedar Rapids supports a substantial base of regional hospital and specialty care employment.
Are there remote clinical nurse jobs in Iowa?
Yes, but they're rare. Clinical nursing is a hands-on, patient-facing role, so the vast majority of positions require on-site work in a hospital, clinic, or care facility. About 14% of clinical nurse openings tied to Iowa are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those tend to be in telephonic triage, care management, or utilization review functions rather than direct bedside care.
How can I get hired as a clinical nurse in Iowa with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to a nurse residency program, which Iowa's largest health systems run specifically for new graduates. UnityPoint Health and University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics offer structured residency tracks that pair new RNs with experienced preceptors in med-surg or general medical units. Candidates who have worked as certified nursing assistants or patient care technicians hold a practical advantage, and holding an active Iowa RN license before applying shortens the time to hire considerably.
Where can I find and apply to clinical nurse jobs in Iowa?
You can find and apply to clinical nurse jobs in Iowa on Migrate Mate, which lists current Iowa openings across hospital systems, outpatient clinics, and long-term care facilities. Search the listings, find roles that fit your specialty and schedule, and apply directly to each employer through the posting.
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