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Progressive Care Unit Travel Nursing Jobs Iowa for RNs

Top PCU Travel Nurse Jobs in Iowa for Registered Nurse

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top PCU travel nurse jobs in Iowa. We currently offer 12 of the best available PCU nurse travel jobs in the state. We also have 8 exclusive, high-paying Progressive Care Unit travel nurse jobs you won’t find anywhere else. Iowa PCU travel jobs are currently available in cities like Muscatine, Cedar Rapids, Anamosa, Council Bluffs and Ottumwa. 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 PCU 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 Progressive Care Unit travel nurse in Iowa as of Mar 1, 2025 was $2,174 weekly. Currently, you can find PCU jobs in Iowa with a salary range between $1,692 to $2,920 per week. The city with the highest paying PCU job in Iowa currently is Ottumwa with a position for a Registered Nurse – Progressive Care at $1,942 per week.

There are many incredible hospital facilities in Iowa to find PCU travel nursing work in. St. Luke’s Hospital in Cedar Rapids, Ottumwa Regional Health Center in Ottumwa, Genesis Medical Center – Davenport East Rusholme Street in Davenport, CHI – Mercy – Council Bluffs in Council Bluffs and UnityPoint Health – St Lukes Hospital in Cedar Rapids all have PCU departments that may have jobs available.

If you have a specific start date in mind, we have a variety of options for PCU travel jobs in Iowa. The earliest start date in Iowa is Apr 14, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Progressive Care role at $2,920 per week. The latest start date for an job in Iowa is Apr 28, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Progressive Care role at $1,942 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 a Progressive Care Unit travel nurse job in Iowa including 13 weeks.

Iowa is a popular place to work for PCU 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 Progressive Care Unit Jobs

AMN Healthcare currently has 12 Progressive Care Unit jobs in Iowa and 457 Progressive Care Unit 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 Jobs in Ottumwa, IA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Progressive Care Unit positions available in Ottumwa.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Ottumwa, Iowa – 52501
  • 12 N,
  • April 28, 2025
  • 13
$1,763 to $1,942
Weekly Pay*
As a valued member of the Telemetry (Tele) RN team, you will care for patients with a wide range of conditions including complex cases. This unit constantly monitors blood pressure, heart rate, blood oxygen level and cardiac electrical activity of patients on the unit, utilizing specialized equipment. RN’s will mainly care for patients recovering from heart conditions or cardiac surgery. The right candidate for this role will have the opportunity to work in a professionally challenging, positive, and innovative Telemetry work environment at this highly regarded facility.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Cedar Rapids, IA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Progressive Care Unit positions available in Cedar Rapids.
travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Cedar Rapids, Iowa – 52402
  • 12 N,
  • April 14, 2025
  • 13
$2,233 to $2,920
Weekly Pay*
Magnet recognized! At St. Luke’s Hospital, our top priority is you — it’s putting you in the center of everything we do. We understand who you turn to for healthcare is a choice. That’s why we want to thank you for choosing us. Through our shared mission, vision and values, we show the people and communities we serve how much they matter.
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travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Cedar Rapids, Iowa – 52402
  • 12 D,
  • April 21, 2025
  • 13
$2,233 to $2,920
Weekly Pay*
Magnet recognized! At St. Luke’s Hospital, our top priority is you — it’s putting you in the center of everything we do. We understand who you turn to for healthcare is a choice. That’s why we want to thank you for choosing us. Through our shared mission, vision and values, we show the people and communities we serve how much they matter.
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travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Cedar Rapids, Iowa – 52402
  • 12 N,
  • April 14, 2025
  • 13
$2,151 to $2,370
Weekly Pay*
Magnet recognized! At St. Luke’s Hospital, our top priority is you — it’s putting you in the center of everything we do. We understand who you turn to for healthcare is a choice. That’s why we want to thank you for choosing us. Through our shared mission, vision and values, we show the people and communities we serve how much they matter.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Anamosa, IA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Progressive Care Unit positions available in Anamosa.
travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Anamosa, Iowa – 52205
  • 12 D, 12 N,
  • April 14, 2025
  • 13
$2,233 to $2,920
Weekly Pay*
As a leader in community health care, UnityPoint Health – Jones Regional Medical Center is the only hospital in the Jones County area and cares for more than 5,500 people each month. Our state-of-the-art facility specializes in 24-hour emergency care, lab and radiology, inpatient hospital visits and nursing care; outpatient surgeries and clinics; counseling; and rehabilitation. Jones Regional Medical Center’s mission is to improve the health of the people and the communities we serve. Just five years after opening the doors to a brand new facility, volumes continue to increase at Jones Regional Medical Center and for the 2nd year in a row, we were named one of the Top 40 Fastest Growing Hospitals in the United States by Modern Healthcare Magazine! To accommodate this growth, we expanded allowing us to continue to provide quality and convenient healthcare for our community. The hospital is affiliated with UnityPoint Health which has two family practice clinics in Monticello and Anamosa and is an affiliate of UnityPoint Health – St. Luke’s Hospital which has been nationally recognized as a Top 100 Hospital. UnityPoint Health System is also ranked among the top 25 integrated health systems in the nation.
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travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Anamosa, Iowa – 52205
  • 12 N,
  • April 14, 2025
  • 13
$2,233 to $2,920
Weekly Pay*
As a leader in community health care, UnityPoint Health – Jones Regional Medical Center is the only hospital in the Jones County area and cares for more than 5,500 people each month. Our state-of-the-art facility specializes in 24-hour emergency care, lab and radiology, inpatient hospital visits and nursing care; outpatient surgeries and clinics; counseling; and rehabilitation. Jones Regional Medical Center’s mission is to improve the health of the people and the communities we serve. Just five years after opening the doors to a brand new facility, volumes continue to increase at Jones Regional Medical Center and for the 2nd year in a row, we were named one of the Top 40 Fastest Growing Hospitals in the United States by Modern Healthcare Magazine! To accommodate this growth, we expanded allowing us to continue to provide quality and convenient healthcare for our community. The hospital is affiliated with UnityPoint Health which has two family practice clinics in Monticello and Anamosa and is an affiliate of UnityPoint Health – St. Luke’s Hospital which has been nationally recognized as a Top 100 Hospital. UnityPoint Health System is also ranked among the top 25 integrated health systems in the nation.
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travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Anamosa, Iowa – 52205
  • 12 D, 12 N,
  • April 14, 2025
  • 13
$2,133 to $2,351
Weekly Pay*
As a leader in community health care, UnityPoint Health – Jones Regional Medical Center is the only hospital in the Jones County area and cares for more than 5,500 people each month. Our state-of-the-art facility specializes in 24-hour emergency care, lab and radiology, inpatient hospital visits and nursing care; outpatient surgeries and clinics; counseling; and rehabilitation. Jones Regional Medical Center’s mission is to improve the health of the people and the communities we serve. Just five years after opening the doors to a brand new facility, volumes continue to increase at Jones Regional Medical Center and for the 2nd year in a row, we were named one of the Top 40 Fastest Growing Hospitals in the United States by Modern Healthcare Magazine! To accommodate this growth, we expanded allowing us to continue to provide quality and convenient healthcare for our community. The hospital is affiliated with UnityPoint Health which has two family practice clinics in Monticello and Anamosa and is an affiliate of UnityPoint Health – St. Luke’s Hospital which has been nationally recognized as a Top 100 Hospital. UnityPoint Health System is also ranked among the top 25 integrated health systems in the nation.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Council Bluffs, IA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Progressive Care Unit positions available in Council Bluffs.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Council Bluffs, Iowa – 51503
  • 12 N,
  • April 21, 2025
  • 13
$1,957 to $2,156
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Progressive Care Unit (PCU) is looking for the right 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 Jobs in Muscatine, IA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Progressive Care Unit positions available in Muscatine.
travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Muscatine, Iowa – 52761
  • 12 D,
  • April 14, 2025
  • 13
$2,233 to $2,920
Weekly Pay*
UnityPoint Health is one of the nation’s most integrated health systems. Our physician-led team of professionals communicates clearly and effectively to address a patient’s health care in the most appropriate setting: whether that is a clinic, a hospital or at home. Through relationships with more than 280 physician clinics, 32 hospitals in metropolitan and rural communities, and home care services throughout its 9 regions, UnityPoint Health provides care throughout Iowa, western Illinois and southern Wisconsin. UnityPoint Health entities employ more than 30,000 employees, working toward innovative advancements to deliver the best outcome for every patient, every time.
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travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Muscatine, Iowa – 52761
  • 12 D,
  • April 21, 2025
  • 13
$2,256 to $2,487
Weekly Pay*
UnityPoint Health is one of the nation’s most integrated health systems. Our physician-led team of professionals communicates clearly and effectively to address a patient’s health care in the most appropriate setting: whether that is a clinic, a hospital or at home. Through relationships with more than 280 physician clinics, 32 hospitals in metropolitan and rural communities, and home care services throughout its 9 regions, UnityPoint Health provides care throughout Iowa, western Illinois and southern Wisconsin. UnityPoint Health entities employ more than 30,000 employees, working toward innovative advancements to deliver the best outcome for every patient, every time.
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Statistics on PCU Jobs in Iowa

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

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Salary Trends

Jobs by Facility types

Frequently Asked Questions about Travel Progressive Care Unit Jobs in Iowa

How much does an Progressive Care Unit travel nurse make on average in Iowa?

A PCU nurse in Iowa can make an average of $2,098 per week.

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

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Progressive Care Unit nurse in Iowa can make an average of $2,104 per week based on recent job availability.

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

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Progressive Care Unit nurse in Iowa can make an average of $2,082 per week based on recent job availability. Learn more about Travel Nursing Salaries.

How many travel Progressive Care Unit jobs are available in Iowa?

There are currently 12 Progressive Care Unit 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 Progressive Care Unit staff in Iowa?

  • Prairie View Family Dental in Altoona
  • Aspen Dental – Dubuque, IA #0477 in Dubuque
  • Censeo Health – Cedar Rapids IA in Cedar Rapids
  • Good Shepherd Health Center in Mason City
  • Careington (Dialcare) – IA in Carlisle

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

Based on recent months, the most common contract for a Progressive Care Unit travel job in Iowa is 13.

Healthcare Facilities in Iowa that offer Progressive Care Unit Jobs

These are just examples of some of the healthcare facilities in and around the Iowa area that have historically offered jobs for Progressive Care Unit professionals.
Ottumwa Regional Health Center
Shifts
8 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
9, 13, 11, and 8
Departments
Cath Lab Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Operating Room Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Psychiatric Rehabilitation Telemetry
Address
1001 Pennsylvania Ave
Ottumwa, IA 52501
St. Luke’s Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 10 D, 10 E, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13, 11, and 8
Departments
Ambulatory OR Cath Lab Emergency Room Endoscopy Intensive Care Unit Medical Surgical Medical Surgical Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Outpatient Clinic Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Psychiatric Rehabilitation Telemetry
Address
1026 ‘A’ Avenue NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Nearby Neighborhoods
West Cedar Rapids (52404)
Mercy Medical Center – North Iowa
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
15, 12, 13, 2, and 14
Departments
Cardiovascular Operating Room Cardiovascular Operating Room Case Manager Cath Lab Emergency Room Endoscopy Hospice Intensive Care Unit Interventional Radiology Medical Surgical Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Pediatric Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Psychiatric Rehabilitation Telemetry
Address
1000 4th Street, SW
Mason City, IA 50401
University of Iowa Hospital and Clinics
Shifts
8 D, 8 E, 8 N, 10 D, 10 E, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
15, 12, 9, 16, 13, 3, 7, 14, and 8
Departments
Bone Marrow Transplant Cardiovascular Operating Room Cardiovascular Operating Room Dialysis Emergency Room Endoscopy Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Pediatric Intensive Care Unit Pediatric Operating Room Pediatric Psychology Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Psychiatric
Address
200 Hawkins Drive
Iowa City, IA 52242
Mercy Medical Center-Sioux City
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
15, 12, 13, 4, 14, and 11
Departments
Cath Lab Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Medical Surgical Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Telemetry Telemetry
Address
801 5th St, 7th SE
Sioux City, IA 51101
Genesis Medical Center – Davenport East Rusholme Street
Shifts
10 D, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, and 14
Departments
Cardiovascular Operating Room Emergency Room Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Progressive Care Unit Progressive Care Unit
Address
1227 E. RUSHOLME ST.
Davenport, IA 52803
Iowa Methodist Medical Center
Shifts
10 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 and 4
Departments
Cath Lab Dialysis Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Medical Surgical Medical Surgical Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Progressive Care Unit Rehabilitation Telemetry
Address
1200 Pleasant Street
Des Moines, IA 50309
UnityPoint Health – St Lukes Hospital
Shifts
12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 and 6
Departments
Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Medical Surgical Progressive Care Unit Psychiatric Rehabilitation Telemetry
Address
1026 A Ave. Ne
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Nearby Neighborhoods
West Cedar Rapids (52404)
CHI – Mercy – Council Bluffs
Shifts
8 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Cath Lab Intensive Care Unit Medical Surgical Progressive Care Unit
Address
800 Mercy Dr
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
Iowa Lutheran Hospital
Shifts
12 D and 12 N
Job Durations
13 and 4
Departments
Emergency Room Medical Surgical Medical Surgical Operating Room Operating Room Operating Room Progressive Care Unit Psychiatric Rehabilitation Telemetry
Address
700 E. UNIVERSITY AVE.
Des Moines, IA 50316
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