Registered Nurse Supervisor Jobs in Iowa

Registered Nurse Supervisor jobs in Iowa draw consistent demand from hospital systems, long-term care networks, and community health organizations, with openings at the charge nurse, unit supervisor, and director-of-nursing level. The busiest hiring markets are Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, and Davenport, where employers like UnityPoint Health, MercyOne, and University of Iowa Health Care maintain large clinical operations. The most active specialties include medical-surgical supervision, long-term care leadership, and critical care oversight. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles14
Top employerMercyOne
Top cityDavenport, IA
Cities hiring12
Work type100% On-site
Top industryHealthcare

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Registered Nurse-Emergency/ House Supervisor-Emergency Wkend
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Registered Nurse-Emergency/ House Supervisor-Emergency Wkend
Davis County Hospital
Bloomfield, Iowa
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$37.2 - $64.7/hr
51-200

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RN Supervisor - Medical Surgical & Critical Care Units
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RN Supervisor - Medical Surgical & Critical Care Units
Lakes Regional Healthcare
Spirit Lake, Iowa
Administrative & Office Support
Business Operations
Project Management
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
201-500

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RN Clinical Supervisor - ICU
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RN Clinical Supervisor - ICU
Spencer Hospital
Spencer, Iowa
Business Operations
Customer Service
Project Management
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
501-1,000

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RN Supervisor Occupational Health
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RN Supervisor Occupational Health
UnityPoint Health
Sioux City, Iowa
Business Operations
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
Project Management
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
10,000+

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Supervisor, Clinic Operations RN - Cardiology Clinic
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Supervisor, Clinic Operations RN - Cardiology Clinic
Mercy Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Business Development
Customer Success
Program Management
Project Management
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
1,001-5,000

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Registered Nurse Supervisor Jobs by City in Iowa

Where Iowa roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Davenport
2 jobs
Cedar Rapids
2 jobs
Ankeny
1 job
Newton
1 job
Ottumwa
1 job
Spencer
1 job
Atlantic
1 job
Waterloo
1 job
Knoxville
1 job

Registered Nurse Supervisor Job Market in Iowa

A snapshot from current Iowa openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

MercyOne2 open roles
Mercy Cedar Rapids2 open roles
Cass Health1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Iowa Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in registered nurse supervisor jobs across Iowa.

  • Active Registered Nurse license issued or recognized by the Iowa Board of Nursing
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree or higher from an accredited program
  • Minimum of three to five years of bedside or clinical nursing experience
  • Prior charge nurse, team lead, or supervisory experience in an acute or post-acute setting
  • Current BLS certification and, depending on specialty, ACLS or other relevant certifications
  • Demonstrated ability to manage staff scheduling, performance reviews, and clinical quality metrics

Registered Nurse Supervisor Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a registered nurse supervisor in Iowa?

You must hold an active RN license issued by the Iowa Board of Nursing, which requires passing the NCLEX-RN after completing an accredited nursing program. Most Iowa employers expect a BSN for supervisory roles, and some prefer or require a master's degree for director-level positions. Beyond licensure, candidates typically need several years of direct clinical experience before moving into a supervisory capacity. Iowa's licensing board handles initial applications, endorsements from other states, and renewals.

Which companies hire registered nurse supervisors in Iowa?

Employers hiring registered nurse supervisors in Iowa right now include MercyOne, Mercy Cedar Rapids, and Cass Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Iowa's integrated health systems and growing long-term care networks across the state tend to post the most consistent openings for supervisory nursing roles.

Which Iowa cities have the most registered nurse supervisor jobs?

Davenport, Cedar Rapids, and Ankeny account for the largest share of registered nurse supervisor openings in Iowa. Des Moines drives volume through its concentration of large hospital systems and corporate healthcare headquarters, while Cedar Rapids and Davenport support steady demand through regional medical centers and the long-term care facilities that serve the Quad Cities corridor and Eastern Iowa.

Are there remote registered nurse supervisor jobs in Iowa?

Yes, but they're rare. Registered nurse supervision is inherently hands-on work, requiring physical presence on the unit or in the facility. About 0% of registered nurse supervisor openings tied to Iowa are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those positions typically involve utilization review, care management, or clinical quality oversight rather than direct floor supervision.

How can I get hired as a registered nurse supervisor in Iowa with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is becoming a charge nurse first, which most Iowa hospital systems offer to experienced staff nurses before a formal supervisor title. UnityPoint Health and MercyOne run new-grad residency programs that build the clinical foundation employers expect before a supervisory transition. Pursuing a BSN if you hold an ADN, earning a certification in a specialty like med-surg or gerontological nursing, and volunteering for committee or preceptor roles within your current unit all signal readiness to Iowa hiring managers.

Where can I find and apply to registered nurse supervisor jobs in Iowa?

You can find and apply to registered nurse supervisor jobs in Iowa on Migrate Mate, which lists current Iowa openings. Find roles that fit your experience and specialty, then apply directly to the employers posting them.

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