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Psychiatric Travel Nursing Jobs Iowa for RNs

Top Psych Travel Nurse Jobs in Iowa for Registered Nurse

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top Psych travel nurse jobs in Iowa. We currently offer 5 of the best available Psych nurse travel jobs in the state. We also have 4 exclusive, high-paying Psychiatric travel nurse jobs you won’t find anywhere else. Iowa Psych travel jobs are currently available in cities like Des Moines, Cedar Rapids 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 Psych 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 Psychiatric travel nurse in Iowa as of May 1, 2025 was $1,976 weekly. Currently, you can find Psych jobs in Iowa with a salary range between $1,632 to $2,688 per week. The city with the highest paying Psych job in Iowa currently is Ottumwa with a position for a Registered Nurse – Psychiatric at $1,799 per week.

There are many incredible hospital facilities in Iowa to find Psych travel nursing work in. Ottumwa Regional Health Center in Ottumwa and Iowa Lutheran Hospital in Des Moines all have Psych departments that may have jobs available.

If you have a specific start date in mind, we have a variety of options for Psych travel jobs in Iowa. The earliest start date in Iowa is Jun 17, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Psychiatric role at $2,688 per week. The latest start date for an job in Iowa is Jul 7, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Psychiatric role at $1,799 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 Psychiatric travel nurse job in Iowa including 13 weeks.

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

Top Cities in Iowa with Travel Psychiatric Jobs

AMN Healthcare currently has 5 Psychiatric jobs in Iowa and 62 Psychiatric 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 Psychiatric Registered Nurse Jobs in Cedar Rapids, IA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Psychiatric positions available in Cedar Rapids.
travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Cedar Rapids, Iowa – 52402
  • 12 N,
  • June 30, 2025
  • 13
$2,003 to $2,207
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.
travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Cedar Rapids, Iowa – 52402
  • 12 N,
  • July 1, 2025
  • 13
$2,003 to $2,207
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 Psychiatric Registered Nurse Jobs in Des Moines, IA

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Psychiatric positions available in Des Moines.
travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Des Moines, Iowa – 50316
  • 12 N,
  • June 17, 2025
  • 13
$2,055 to $2,688
Weekly Pay*
Iowa Lutheran Hospital has a long history of serving the Des Moines community and Central Iowa. The hospital has 224 staffed beds and specializes in maternity services, emergency and trauma treatment, chemical dependency treatment, behavioral medicine, general surgery, critical care, transitional and skilled care services and home health care.
travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Des Moines, Iowa – 50316
  • 12 N,
  • July 6, 2025
  • 13
$1,998 to $2,202
Weekly Pay*
Iowa Lutheran Hospital has a long history of serving the Des Moines community and Central Iowa. The hospital has 224 staffed beds and specializes in maternity services, emergency and trauma treatment, chemical dependency treatment, behavioral medicine, general surgery, critical care, transitional and skilled care services and home health care.
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Statistics on Psych Jobs in Iowa

Review helpful statistics about Psych traveling nurse jobs in Iowa. The data is based on the last three complete months of Psych job postings in the state of Iowa. It is regularly updated, so you can find the most recent Psychiatric 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 Psychiatric Jobs in Iowa

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

A Psych nurse in Iowa can make an average of $1,945 per week.

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

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Psychiatric nurse in Iowa can make an average of $1,936 per week based on recent job availability.

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

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Psychiatric nurse in Iowa can make an average of $1,904 per week based on recent job availability. Learn more about Travel Nursing Salaries.

How many travel Psychiatric jobs are available in Iowa?

There are currently 5 Psychiatric 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 Psychiatric staff in Iowa?

  • The Finley Hospital in Dubuque
  • Mercy Medical Center – North Iowa in Mason City
  • Ottumwa Regional Health Center in Ottumwa
  • Iowa Lutheran Hospital in Des Moines
  • UnityPoint Health – St Lukes Hospital in Cedar Rapids

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

Based on recent months, the most common contract for a Psychiatric travel job in Iowa is 13 weeks.

Locating Psych Travel Nursing Jobs in Iowa

In Iowa, cities like Cedar Rapids, Des Moines, Dubuque, Iowa City, and Waterloo have travel Psych nursing jobs and traveling nurse housing available. It’s a great state to work in, hosting facilities like The Finley Hospital, Mercy Medical Center – North Iowa, Ottumwa Regional Health Center, Iowa Lutheran Hospital and UnityPoint Health – St Lukes Hospital, all with nurse specialties and Psychiatric staff.

Healthcare Facilities in Iowa that offer Travel Psychiatric Jobs

These are just examples of some of the healthcare facilities in and around the Iowa area that have historically offered travel jobs for Psychiatric professionals.
The Finley Hospital
UnityPoint Health – St Lukes Hospital
Shifts
12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
5 wks, 6 wks, and 13 wks
Address
1026 A Ave. Ne
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Nearby Neighborhoods
West Cedar Rapids (52404)
Methodist Jennie Edmundson Hospital
Shifts
12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
8 wks and 13 wks
Address
933 E Pierce St.
Council Bluffs, IA 51503
* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.