Travel Nurse RN Jobs in Iowa
Travel Nurse RN jobs in Iowa are consistently active, with strong demand concentrated in acute care, critical care, and behavioral health across hospital systems, rural critical access facilities, and long-term care networks. Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, and Iowa City are the largest hiring hubs, where employers like UnityPoint Health, MercyOne, and University of Iowa Health Care maintain ongoing travel nurse needs at both staff and senior-level positions. Specialties in the ICU, emergency department, and med-surg units see the most consistent openings across the state. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Specialty: RN ICU
Location: Des Moines, Iowa
Employment Type: Travel/Contract
Pay: $2060 - $2168 per week
Shift: 3x12 Nights
Start Date: ASAP
Contract Length: 13-week
Position: RN ICU (Travel/Contract)
We're hiring experienced RN ICU for a 13-week contract in Des Moines, Iowa — earn up to ($2060 - $2168 per week) while providing essential care at a leading facility. Most candidates will need to have at least 2 years of recent experience in the specialty.
Looking to level up your career and boost your income? At Voyage Healthcare, we help connect nurses, therapists, and allied health pros with high-paying travel jobs at top-rated facilities across the U.S. With thousands of openings nationwide, you can earn up to $3,500+ per week (depending on your specialty, location, housing, and benefits)—all while making a real impact on the communities that need you most. Let your next adventure start with us!
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Travel Nurse RN Job Market in Iowa
A snapshot from current Iowa openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- American Traveler31
- Voyage Health8V
- FirstChoice2F
- Aria Care Partners1
What Iowa Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in travel nurse RN jobs across Iowa.
- Active Iowa RN license or multistate compact license recognized in Iowa
- Current BLS and ACLS certification required for most hospital placements
- Minimum one to two years of recent acute care clinical nursing experience
- Demonstrated competency in electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Ability to complete Iowa facility-specific orientation and competency assessments
- Proof of required immunizations and health screenings per Iowa facility standards
Travel Nurse RN Jobs in Iowa: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a travel nurse rn in Iowa?
You must hold an active registered nurse license to work as a travel nurse rn in Iowa, obtained through the Iowa Board of Nursing by passing the NCLEX-RN examination after completing an accredited associate or bachelor's degree nursing program. Iowa participates in the Nurse Licensure Compact, so nurses already holding a multistate compact license from another participating state can practice in Iowa without applying for a separate license. Most Iowa travel assignments also require at least one year of recent clinical experience in your specialty.
How much do travel nurse RNs make in Iowa?
Travel nurse RNs 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 travel nurse rns in Iowa?
Companies currently hiring travel nurse rns in Iowa include American Traveler, Voyage Health, and FirstChoice, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Iowa's large integrated health systems, including both urban medical centers and rural critical access hospitals, drive steady travel nurse demand throughout the year.
Which Iowa cities have the most travel nurse rn jobs?
Des Moines, Sioux City, and Mason City account for the greatest concentration of travel nurse rn openings in Iowa. Des Moines leads as the state's largest metro with major health systems anchoring consistent demand, while Iowa City's University of Iowa Health Care and Cedar Rapids' MercyOne and UnityPoint Health facilities generate steady travel staffing needs that extend into surrounding smaller communities.
How can I get hired as a travel nurse rn in Iowa with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is completing a new graduate nurse residency program, which UnityPoint Health, MercyOne, and University of Iowa Health Care all offer to build foundational clinical skills before transitioning into travel assignments. Nurses from adjacent roles such as licensed practical nurse, nursing assistant, or patient care technician positions at Iowa hospitals can also move into RN roles after completing licensure. Holding an active Iowa compact RN license and at least one clinical specialty certification gives newer candidates a meaningful edge when applying for their first travel contracts.
Where can I find and apply to travel nurse rn jobs in Iowa?
You can find and apply to travel nurse rn jobs in Iowa on Migrate Mate, which lists current Iowa openings across hospitals, critical access facilities, and long-term care settings. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialty and experience level, then apply directly to the positions that fit.
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