DOU Nurse Jobs

The hospitals on Vivian that currently have the most DOU Nurse jobs are OhioHealth Grant Medical Center (29 jobs), Medical City Dallas Hospital (16 jobs), and Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus (14 jobs).

As of Thursday, December 4th 2025, Vivian has 156 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $51 per hour on average, and up to $70 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

As of Thursday, December 4th 2025, Vivian has 6,232 listings for travel Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $2,112 per hour on average, and up to $3,888 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Take a look at Vivian's DOU Nurse Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.

Direct observation unit nurses are registered nurses who specialize in providing care to patients who are less critical than ICU patients but still require frequent monitoring and close observation. They ensure patients are responding positively to treatment until they’re stable enough for discharge or can be downgraded to a lower acuity care area. DOU nursing is a rewarding career path for those wanting to make a difference in patients’ lives. DOU nursing is an in-demand specialty with numerous jobs for Direct Observation Unit nurses posted on Vivian at notable facilities around the nation.