Med/Surg RN in Sioux City, Iowa
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Sioux City, IA
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,049/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 16, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $56.92
- Weekly
- $2,049
- Yearly (full-time)
- $106,548
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $56.92/hour — 51% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Iowa ($37.80/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 36 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Iowa right now
- 849 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Iowa from 6 agencies, 74 of them in Sioux City.
- Pay in these listings: $17.80 – $112/hour, median $57.36/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Iowa: $37.80/hour ($78,624/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($60.25/hour across 429 jobs).
Job description
Join us for a 13-week travel contract in Sioux City, Iowa, as a highly skilled Med Surg/Oncology professional. This role involves working 12-hour day shifts, providing high-acuity care—including managing drips like Heparin, PCA epidurals, and chemotherapy (if certified). You'll get the chance to float across local campuses within the same discipline, offering variety in your daily routine. This assignment is perfect for first-time travelers or those with previous travel experience looking to expand their expertise while working in a Level 3 Trauma Center. Focused on delivering quality patient care in a fast-paced environment, your experience with oncology and med-surg patients will be essential to success here.
Weather:
The weather around this time of year is generally mild, with pleasant temperatures and moderate humidity, making outdoor activities comfortable and enjoyable.
Fun Things To Do:
- Visit the Sioux City Public Museum to explore local history and culture.
- Take a day trip to the Loess Hills for scenic hiking and breathtaking views.
- Enjoy a riverboat cruise along the Missouri River.
- Discover the Lewis and Clark Interpretive Center in nearby Nebraska.
- Explore Stone State Park’s walking trails and picnic areas for outdoor fun.
Job Specifics:
Location: Sioux City, Iowa
Shift: 12-hour days
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours per week: 36 hours
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