Registered Nurse (RN) in Iowa

RNs are the backbone of American healthcare — they assess patients, administer medications, coordinate care plans, and advocate for patients across every setting from ICUs to schools. It's one of the most in-demand and recession-proof careers in existence.

$84,468 IA Median Salary
6% Growth Rate
2–4 years Training

💰 Registered Nurse (RN) Salary in Iowa

Estimated salary range for Registered Nurse (RN)s in Iowa, based on BLS national data adjusted for regional cost of living.

Entry
$61,000
Median
$84,468
Experienced
$116,000

🎓 Registered Nurse (RN) Licensing in Iowa

Credential required: RN License (NCLEX-RN)

Requirements may vary slightly by state. Always verify current licensing requirements with the Iowa state licensing board before enrolling.

🏫 Registered Nurse (RN) Programs in Iowa

Community College
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Kirkwood Community College

📍 Cedar Rapids, IA

Iowa's largest community college with 12,763 students. Consistently ranked among the nation's best community colleges. L...

Nursing (RN/LPN/CNA)Dental HygieneRadiologic TechnologySurgical TechnologyMedical Assisting
Community College
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Des Moines Area Community College

📍 Ankeny, IA

Iowa's largest community college by enrollment (23,700+ students). Multiple campuses across central Iowa. Accredited by ...

Nursing (RN/LPN/CNA)Dental HygieneRadiologic TechnologyMedical AssistingPharmacy Tech
Community College
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Hawkeye Community College

📍 Waterloo, IA

Northeast Iowa community college serving the Waterloo-Cedar Falls metro. ADA and APTA accreditation alongside HLC. Stron...

Nursing (RN/LPN/CNA)Dental HygieneMedical AssistingHVACElectrical Technology

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