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Travel Nurse Jobs Iowa - FAQs

What are the licensing requirements for travel nursing in Iowa?

Iowa is part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), so travel nurses with a valid multistate license can work in Iowa without additional paperwork. If your license is from a non-compact state, you’ll need to apply for Iowa licensure by endorsement through the state’s Board of Nursing.

Iowa Board of Nursing

Contact information

Website: https://nursing.iowa.gov/

Phone: 515.281.3255

Fees

License by Exam: $143 (includes background check)

License by Endorsement: $169 (includes background check)

Renewal: $199

Temporary License: $169 Background Check: $50

Timing

Processing Time: 2 - 8 weeks

Valid for: 30 days (temp); 3 years (perm)

Renewal Schedule: every 3 years by the 15th of the month following the licensee’s birth month

General Information

Nurse Licensure Compact: Yes

Nursys: Yes

CEU Requirements: CEU Requirements: 36 contact hours; RNs who regularly examine, attend, counsel, or treat dependent adults or children must complete 2 abuse training contact hours

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Which cities offer the highest-paying travel RN contracts in Iowa?

Currently, top-paying travel nurse jobs in Iowa can be found in:

  • Des Moines up to $3,208 Weekly
  • Sioux City up to $2,642 Weekly
  • Atlantic up to $2,549 Weekly
  • Cedar Rapids up to $2,503 Weekly
  • West Burlington up to $2,427 Weekly
What specialties have the most openings for travel nurses in Iowa?

Right now, Iowa hospitals are actively hiring for:

If you're exploring travel nurse jobs Iowa, certain specialties stand out due to high demand across Iowa’s top healthcare facilities. Based on our current openings, here are the specialties with the most active travel nursing jobs in Iowa.

For Travel RN Jobs, these specialties have the most openings:

For LPN Travel Jobs, these specialties are in highest demand:

  • No LPN specialties currently available

For Travel Allied Health Jobs, top openings include:

Looking for something specific? Click any of the specialties above to explore travel nurse jobs Iowa by specialty and start your next adventure.

Will Advantis help me find housing during my Iowa assignment?
Yes— Advantis travelers receive a tax-free housing stipend, and we can assist you in finding short-term housing near your facility.
What benefits does Advantis Medical provide to travel nurses in Iowa?

When you take a travel RN job in Iowa through Advantis, you’ll receive:

  • Weekly direct deposit and competitive compensation
  • Day One Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
  • Help with travel & housing accommodations
  • Dedicated licensing, onboarding, and credentialing team
  • $500 referral bonuses for each friend you bring on assignment