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Emergency Room Travel Nursing Jobs Iowa for RNs

Top ER Travel Nurse Jobs in Iowa for Registered Nurse

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top ER travel nurse jobs in Iowa. We currently offer 18 of the best available ER nurse travel jobs in the state. We also have 4 exclusive, high-paying Emergency Room travel nurse jobs you won’t find anywhere else. Iowa ER travel jobs are currently available in cities like West Des Moines, Cedar Rapids, Chariton, Ottumwa and Dyersville. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. At AMN Healthcare, we’ve made it easy for you to compare Iowa ER nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

The average wage for an Emergency Room travel nurse in Iowa as of Apr 1, 2025 was $2,161 weekly. Currently, you can find ER jobs in Iowa with a salary range between $1,857 to $2,826 per week. The city with the highest paying ER job in Iowa currently is Des Moines with a position for a Registered Nurse – Emergency Room at $2,047 per week.

There are many incredible hospital facilities in Iowa to find ER travel nursing work in. UnityPoint Health – Methodist West Hospital – MSP in West Des Moines, Ottumwa Regional Health Center in Ottumwa, Lucas County Health Center in Chariton and RAINBOW PEDIATRICS in West Des Moines all have ER departments that may have jobs available.

If you have a specific start date in mind, we have a variety of options for ER travel jobs in Iowa. The earliest start date in Iowa is May 18, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Emergency Room role at $2,826 per week. The latest start date for an job in Iowa is Jun 9, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Emergency Room role at $2,397 per week. You can also find the best time for you by sorting on “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for an Emergency Room travel nurse job in Iowa including 13 weeks.

Iowa is a popular place to work for ER travel nurses, with great things to do, people to meet and places to see! You can learn more about travel nursing benefits here.

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Top Cities in Iowa with Travel Emergency Room Jobs

AMN Healthcare currently has 18 Emergency Room jobs in Iowa and 326 Emergency Room jobs nationwide. Be sure to check back daily for updates, or if you’re not finding what you’re looking for immediately, sign up for the AMN Passport App and we’ll connect you directly with a recruiter that can help expedite the process of finding your perfect opportunity.

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Highest Paying Emergency Room RN Jobs in Des Moines, IA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Emergency Room positions available in Des Moines.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Emergency Room
  • Des Moines, Iowa – 50314
  • 12 N,
  • May 25, 2025
  • 13
$1,857 to $2,047
Weekly Pay*
With more than 7,000 colleagues and a medical staff of more than 1,000 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne Central Iowa is one of Iowa’s largest employers. MercyOne Medical Group – Central Iowa is one of Iowa’s largest multispecialty clinic systems, made up of more than 50 primary care, pediatric, internal medicine and specialty clinics located throughout Dallas, Jasper, Polk, Wapello, Warren and Webster counties. MercyOne Central Iowa has several additional ministries including: Mercy College of Health Sciences, MercyOne Des Moines Foundation, MercyOne Health & Fitness Center and MercyOne Population Health Service Organization. In addition, 14 of Iowa’s community hospitals – from Bloomfield and Webster City to Greenfield and beyond – have chosen to affiliate with MercyOne Central Iowa. Through contracted relationships, MercyOne provides management and support services to these community hospitals, who work together to share best practices and process improvements, improve quality and service, and lower the cost of care. MercyOne Central Iowa is a member of MercyOne, which was founded in 1998 through a collaboration between CommonSpirit Health and Trinity Health – two of the country’s foremost, not-for-profit Catholic health organizations. The MercyOne system has more than 18,000 colleagues in Iowa and surrounding states.
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travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Emergency Room
  • Des Moines, Iowa – 50314
  • 12 N,
  • May 25, 2025
  • 13
$1,857 to $2,047
Weekly Pay*
With more than 7,000 colleagues and a medical staff of more than 1,000 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne Central Iowa is one of Iowa’s largest employers. MercyOne Medical Group – Central Iowa is one of Iowa’s largest multispecialty clinic systems, made up of more than 50 primary care, pediatric, internal medicine and specialty clinics located throughout Dallas, Jasper, Polk, Wapello, Warren and Webster counties. MercyOne Central Iowa has several additional ministries including: Mercy College of Health Sciences, MercyOne Des Moines Foundation, MercyOne Health & Fitness Center and MercyOne Population Health Service Organization. In addition, 14 of Iowa’s community hospitals – from Bloomfield and Webster City to Greenfield and beyond – have chosen to affiliate with MercyOne Central Iowa. Through contracted relationships, MercyOne provides management and support services to these community hospitals, who work together to share best practices and process improvements, improve quality and service, and lower the cost of care. MercyOne Central Iowa is a member of MercyOne, which was founded in 1998 through a collaboration between CommonSpirit Health and Trinity Health – two of the country’s foremost, not-for-profit Catholic health organizations. The MercyOne system has more than 18,000 colleagues in Iowa and surrounding states.
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travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Emergency Room
  • Des Moines, Iowa – 50314
  • 12 N,
  • May 25, 2025
  • 13
$1,857 to $2,047
Weekly Pay*
With more than 7,000 colleagues and a medical staff of more than 1,000 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne Central Iowa is one of Iowa’s largest employers. MercyOne Medical Group – Central Iowa is one of Iowa’s largest multispecialty clinic systems, made up of more than 50 primary care, pediatric, internal medicine and specialty clinics located throughout Dallas, Jasper, Polk, Wapello, Warren and Webster counties. MercyOne Central Iowa has several additional ministries including: Mercy College of Health Sciences, MercyOne Des Moines Foundation, MercyOne Health & Fitness Center and MercyOne Population Health Service Organization. In addition, 14 of Iowa’s community hospitals – from Bloomfield and Webster City to Greenfield and beyond – have chosen to affiliate with MercyOne Central Iowa. Through contracted relationships, MercyOne provides management and support services to these community hospitals, who work together to share best practices and process improvements, improve quality and service, and lower the cost of care. MercyOne Central Iowa is a member of MercyOne, which was founded in 1998 through a collaboration between CommonSpirit Health and Trinity Health – two of the country’s foremost, not-for-profit Catholic health organizations. The MercyOne system has more than 18,000 colleagues in Iowa and surrounding states.
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travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Emergency Room
  • Des Moines, Iowa – 50314
  • 12 N,
  • May 25, 2025
  • 13
$1,857 to $2,047
Weekly Pay*
With more than 7,000 colleagues and a medical staff of more than 1,000 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne Central Iowa is one of Iowa’s largest employers. MercyOne Medical Group – Central Iowa is one of Iowa’s largest multispecialty clinic systems, made up of more than 50 primary care, pediatric, internal medicine and specialty clinics located throughout Dallas, Jasper, Polk, Wapello, Warren and Webster counties. MercyOne Central Iowa has several additional ministries including: Mercy College of Health Sciences, MercyOne Des Moines Foundation, MercyOne Health & Fitness Center and MercyOne Population Health Service Organization. In addition, 14 of Iowa’s community hospitals – from Bloomfield and Webster City to Greenfield and beyond – have chosen to affiliate with MercyOne Central Iowa. Through contracted relationships, MercyOne provides management and support services to these community hospitals, who work together to share best practices and process improvements, improve quality and service, and lower the cost of care. MercyOne Central Iowa is a member of MercyOne, which was founded in 1998 through a collaboration between CommonSpirit Health and Trinity Health – two of the country’s foremost, not-for-profit Catholic health organizations. The MercyOne system has more than 18,000 colleagues in Iowa and surrounding states.
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travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Emergency Room
  • Des Moines, Iowa – 50314
  • 12 N,
  • May 25, 2025
  • 13
$1,857 to $2,047
Weekly Pay*
With more than 7,000 colleagues and a medical staff of more than 1,000 physicians and allied health professionals, MercyOne Central Iowa is one of Iowa’s largest employers. MercyOne Medical Group – Central Iowa is one of Iowa’s largest multispecialty clinic systems, made up of more than 50 primary care, pediatric, internal medicine and specialty clinics located throughout Dallas, Jasper, Polk, Wapello, Warren and Webster counties. MercyOne Central Iowa has several additional ministries including: Mercy College of Health Sciences, MercyOne Des Moines Foundation, MercyOne Health & Fitness Center and MercyOne Population Health Service Organization. In addition, 14 of Iowa’s community hospitals – from Bloomfield and Webster City to Greenfield and beyond – have chosen to affiliate with MercyOne Central Iowa. Through contracted relationships, MercyOne provides management and support services to these community hospitals, who work together to share best practices and process improvements, improve quality and service, and lower the cost of care. MercyOne Central Iowa is a member of MercyOne, which was founded in 1998 through a collaboration between CommonSpirit Health and Trinity Health – two of the country’s foremost, not-for-profit Catholic health organizations. The MercyOne system has more than 18,000 colleagues in Iowa and surrounding states.
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Highest Paying Emergency Room RN Jobs in Cedar Rapids, IA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Emergency Room positions available in Cedar Rapids.
travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Emergency Room
  • Cedar Rapids, Iowa – 52402
  • 12 N,
  • June 2, 2025
  • 13
$2,179 to $2,402
Weekly Pay*
Magnet recognized! Founded in 1884, St. Luke’s is a 532-bed hospital in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. St. Luke’s emergency department is open 24/7 and treats over 55,000 patients each year and the most cases of trauma in Iowa. St. Luke’s provides a Level III trauma center. St. Luke’s offers the most experienced hospital ER team in Cedar Rapids, who are specially trained to respond rapidly, appropriately and efficiently to any health care emergency.
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travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Emergency Room
  • Cedar Rapids, Iowa – 52402
  • 12 E,
  • June 2, 2025
  • 13
$2,179 to $2,402
Weekly Pay*
Magnet recognized! Founded in 1884, St. Luke’s is a 532-bed hospital in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. St. Luke’s emergency department is open 24/7 and treats over 55,000 patients each year and the most cases of trauma in Iowa. St. Luke’s provides a Level III trauma center. St. Luke’s offers the most experienced hospital ER team in Cedar Rapids, who are specially trained to respond rapidly, appropriately and efficiently to any health care emergency.
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Highest Paying Emergency Room RN Jobs in Ottumwa, IA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Emergency Room positions available in Ottumwa.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Emergency Room
  • Ottumwa, Iowa – 52501
  • 12 N,
  • June 1, 2025
  • 13
$1,862 to $2,052
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right ER RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Emergency Room
  • Ottumwa, Iowa – 52501
  • 12 N,
  • June 1, 2025
  • 13
$1,862 to $2,052
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right ER RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Highest Paying Emergency Room RN Jobs in West Des Moines, IA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Emergency Room positions available in West Des Moines.
travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Emergency Room
  • West Des Moines, Iowa – 50266
  • 12 N,
  • May 18, 2025
  • 13
$2,161 to $2,826
Weekly Pay*
Methodist West Hospital has become the “go-to” destination for medical care in West Des Moines since it opened in 2009. Our highly-trained physicians and professional staff are dedicated to providing each patient and their family with personal attention. We will make every effort to ensure you and your loved ones are made as comfortable as possible from the time of your admission, until you are released for home.
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travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Emergency Room
  • West Des Moines, Iowa – 50266
  • 12 N,
  • June 9, 2025
  • 13
$2,175 to $2,397
Weekly Pay*
Methodist West Hospital has become the “go-to” destination for medical care in West Des Moines since it opened in 2009. Our highly-trained physicians and professional staff are dedicated to providing each patient and their family with personal attention. We will make every effort to ensure you and your loved ones are made as comfortable as possible from the time of your admission, until you are released for home.
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Statistics on ER Jobs in Iowa

Review helpful statistics about ER traveling nurse jobs in Iowa. The data is based on the last three complete months of ER job postings in the state of Iowa. It is regularly updated, so you can find the most recent Emergency Room job salary trends, the types of shifts and contract durations most commonly available in Iowa for travel nursing jobs.

Salary Range

Salary Trends

Jobs by Facility types

Frequently Asked Questions about Travel Emergency Room Jobs in Iowa

How much does an Emergency Room travel nurse make on average in Iowa?

An ER nurse in Iowa can make an average of $2,069 per week.

How much does a night shift ER travel nurse make on average in Iowa?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Emergency Room nurse in Iowa can make an average of $2,060 per week based on recent job availability.

How much does a day shift ER travel nurse make on average in Iowa?

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Emergency Room nurse in Iowa can make an average of $2,052 per week based on recent job availability. Learn more about Travel Nursing Salaries.

How many travel Emergency Room jobs are available in Iowa?

There are currently 18 Emergency Room travel nursing jobs available in Iowa. We also get new jobs daily, so be sure to apply now and a recruiter will help you find the perfect fit as jobs become available.

What healthcare facilities have RN Emergency Room staff in Iowa?

  • Mercy Hospital in Iowa City
  • Blank Children’s Hospital in Des Moines
  • UnityPoint Health – Methodist West Hospital – MSP in West Des Moines
  • The Finley Hospital in Dubuque
  • Marshalltown Medical and Surgical Center (T) in Marshalltown

What types of shifts are most common for ER travel nursing jobs in Iowa?

Based on the last 6 months of data, 12 Hour Night shifts were the most common shifts in Iowa cities.

What is the most common contract duration for ER travel jobs in Iowa?

Based on recent months, the most common contract for an Emergency Room travel job in Iowa is 13 weeks.

Healthcare Facilities in Iowa that offer Travel Emergency Room Jobs

These are just examples of some of the healthcare facilities in and around the Iowa area that have historically offered travel jobs for Emergency Room professionals.
Ottumwa Regional Health Center
Shifts
8 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
8 wks, 9 wks, 11 wks, 13 wks, and 15 wks
Departments
Cardiac Catheterization Lab Registered Nurse, Emergency Room RN, Intensive Care Unit RN, Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Operating Room RN, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Post Anesthesia Care Unit, Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse, Psychiatric, Rehabilitation RN, and Telemetry RN
Address
1001 Pennsylvania Ave
Ottumwa, IA 52501
Mercy Medical Center – North Iowa
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
2 wks, 9 wks, 10 wks, 12 wks, 13 wks, 14 wks, and 15 wks
Departments
Cardiac Catheterization Lab Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular Operating Room Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular Operating Room Surgical Technologist, Emergency Room RN, Endoscopy Registered Nurse, Hospice Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit RN, Interventional Radiology, Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Oncology RN, Operating Room RN, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Pediatric RN, Post Anesthesia Care Unit, Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse, Psychiatric, Rehabilitation RN, RN Case Manager, and Telemetry RN
Address
1000 4th Street, SW
Mason City, IA 50401
Mercy Medical Center-Sioux City
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
4 wks, 11 wks, 12 wks, 13 wks, 14 wks, and 15 wks
Departments
Cardiac Catheterization Lab Registered Nurse, Emergency Room RN, Intensive Care Unit RN, Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Operating Room RN, Post Anesthesia Care Unit, Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse, Telemetry RN, and Telemetry RN
Address
801 5th St, 7th SE
Sioux City, IA 51101
UnityPoint Health – Methodist West Hospital – MSP
Shifts
10 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
6 wks, 12 wks, 13 wks, and 14 wks
Departments
Emergency Room RN, Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse, Labor & Delivery Surgical Technology, Labor & Delivery Surgical Technology Nursing, Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Operating Room RN, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, and Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology
Address
1660 60TH STREET
West Des Moines, IA 50266
Trinity – MercyOne Waterloo Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12 wks, 13 wks, 15 wks, and 16 wks
Departments
Cardiac Catheterization Lab Registered Nurse, Emergency Room RN, Intensive Care Unit RN, Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Operating Room RN, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Post Anesthesia Care Unit, Sterile Processing Tech, and Telemetry RN
Address
3421 West 9th Street
Waterloo, IA 50702
Genesis Medical Center – Davenport East Rusholme Street
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12 wks, 13 wks, and 14 wks
Departments
Cardiac Catheterization Lab Registered Nurse, Cardiovascular Operating Room Surgical Technologist, Cardiovascular Operating Room Surgical Technology, Emergency Room RN, Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Oncology RN, Operating Room RN, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse, and Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Address
1227 E. RUSHOLME ST.
Davenport, IA 52803
The Finley Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
4 wks, 13 wks, and 15 wks
Departments
Cardiac Catheterization Lab Registered Nurse, Emergency Room RN, Home Health Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit RN, Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, Operating Room RN, Post Anesthesia Care Unit, Pre/Post Operative, Psychiatric, Rehabilitation RN, RN Case Manager, and Telemetry RN
Address
350 North Grandview Avenue
Dubuque, IA 52001
Mercy Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 wks and 15 wks
Departments
Cardiac Catheterization Lab Registered Nurse, Emergency Room RN, Endoscopy Registered Nurse, Home Health Registered Nurse, Intensive Care Unit RN, Interventional Radiology, Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse, Labor & Delivery Surgical Technology Nursing, Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Neonatal Intensive Care Unit – Level II, Operating Room RN, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operating Room Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Outpatient Oncology, Post Anesthesia Care Unit, Postpartum, and Telemetry RN
Address
500 East Market Street
Iowa City, IA 52245
UnityPoint Health – St Lukes Hospital
Shifts
12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
5 wks, 6 wks, and 13 wks
Departments
Emergency Room RN, Intensive Care Unit RN, Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse, Psychiatric, Rehabilitation RN, and Telemetry RN
Address
1026 A Ave. Ne
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Nearby Neighborhoods
West Cedar Rapids (52404)
Iowa Lutheran Hospital
Shifts
8 E, 10 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
4 wks and 13 wks
Departments
Emergency Room RN, Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Medical Surgical Registered Nurse, Operating Room RN, Operating Room RN, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Operation Room Nursing Surgical Technology, Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse, Psychiatric, Rehabilitation RN, and Telemetry RN
Address
700 E. UNIVERSITY AVE.
Des Moines, IA 50316

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