Weekly pay (gross)
$2,481/wk
Specialty
Medical / Surgical
Contract
14 weeks
Shift
N/A
Start
N/A
Compact state
Yes
Who pays most for Medical / Surgical in Iowa City: Aya Healthcare, typically $2,247/wk; this listing pays at or above that. See all 2 agencies ranked →
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2 other agencies have a similar Medical / Surgical assignment in Iowa City. Highest pay first. Agencies rarely name the hospital, so these may not be the exact same job; check with the agency.
Travel Nurse - RN - MS - Medical Surgical travel assignment in Iowa City, IA with Host Healthcare. 14-week contract. Posted pay $2,481 per week. Iowa is a Nurse Licensure Compact state.
Pay breakdown check
Posted weekly pay
$2,481
Most that can be tax-free here (GSA)
$1,267/wk
So at least this is taxed wages
$1,214/wk
≈ $33.72/hr over 36 hrs
- If the agency pays the full tax-free stipend, your taxable wage is about $33.72/hr. If they pay less stipend, more of it is taxed.
- A low taxable hourly rate means lower overtime, holiday and missed-shift pay, and smaller 401(k) contributions. Ask what overtime pays.
- Tax-free stipends generally require a tax home you keep paying for while you travel. Ask a tax professional about your situation.
Estimate from the posted weekly rate and GSA FY2027 per diem limits for this city; assumes 36 hours a week. Not tax advice.
$1,267/wk
Max tax-free stipend here (GSA per diem)
$1,713/mo
Typical rent in Iowa City (Zillow)
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Listing from Host Healthcare. Pay and details are set by the agency and can change; confirm before you accept.