How much do staff Registered Nursing jobs pay per hour in Iowa?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Sunday, December 21st 2025, the average hourly Registered Nurse salary in Iowa is $25 per hour but can pay up to $43 per hour.

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View job details for Director Registered Nurse (RN) - Labor and Delivery

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Director Registered Nurse (RN) - Labor and Delivery

Core Medical-Perm
Ottumwa, IA
5x8 hrs

$90K-126K/year

5x8

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit

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Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit

Medical Solutions Direct Hire
Council Bluffs, IA
3x12 hrs, Nights

$38-52/hour

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department

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Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department

Core Medical-Perm
Ottumwa, IA
3x12 hrs

$70K-96K/year

3x12

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Med Surg

Core Medical-Perm
Ottumwa, IA
3x12 hrs

$70K-95K/year

3x12

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department

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Registered Nurse (RN) - ED - Emergency Department

Medical Solutions Direct Hire
Greenfield, IA
3x12 hrs, Nights

$30-44/hour

Nights

3x12

Above Average Pay

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View job details for Long-Term Care Registered Nurse

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Long-Term Care Registered Nurse

Signature HealthCARE of Terre Haute
Des Moines, IA

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Long-Term Care Registered Nurse

Signature HealthCARE of Terre Haute
Des Moines, IA

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Long-Term Care Registered Nurse

Signature HealthCARE of Terre Haute
Des Moines, IA

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View job details for Inpatient Rehabilitation Nurse Manager

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Inpatient Rehabilitation Nurse Manager

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sioux Falls
Hull, IA

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View job details for Rehabilitation Registered Nurse

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Rehabilitation Registered Nurse

MercyOne Clive Rehabilitation Hospital
Clive, IA

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View job details for Long-Term Care Registered Nurse

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Long-Term Care Registered Nurse

Signature HealthCARE of Terre Haute
Cedar Rapids, IA

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Long-Term Care Registered Nurse

Signature HealthCARE of Terre Haute
Cedar Rapids, IA

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Long-Term Care Registered Nurse

Signature HealthCARE of Terre Haute
Cedar Rapids, IA

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View job details for Inpatient Rehabilitation Nurse Manager

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Inpatient Rehabilitation Nurse Manager

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sioux Falls
Sioux City, IA

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Inpatient Rehabilitation Nurse Manager

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sioux Falls
Rock Valley, IA

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Inpatient Rehabilitation Nurse Manager

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sioux Falls
Rock Rapids, IA

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Inpatient Rehabilitation Nurse Manager

Encompass Health Rehabilitation Hospital of Sioux Falls
Sioux Center, IA

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View job details for Long-Term Care Registered Nurse

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Long-Term Care Registered Nurse

Signature HealthCARE of Terre Haute
Davenport, IA

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Long-Term Care Registered Nurse

Signature HealthCARE of Terre Haute
Davenport, IA

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Long-Term Care Registered Nurse

Signature HealthCARE of Terre Haute
Davenport, IA

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Iowa Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Registered Nurse Salary

$29.13/hour

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Iowa is $29.13 per hour. This is 36% lower than the US average of $39.69.

Estimate based on Bureau of Labor Statistics data.

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Iowa Nursing Jobs FAQs

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.

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Sunday, December 21st 2025, Vivian has 126 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $53 per hour on average, and up to $74 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Does Vivian have any travel Nursing jobs?

As of Sunday, December 21st 2025, Vivian has 3,363 listings for travel Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $2,290 per hour on average, and up to $3,990 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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