DOU Nurse Jobs
- 111 open jobs
- Jobs added hourly
Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Mission Hospital
- Waynesville, NC
$58+/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Mission Hospital
- Rutherfordton, NC
$58+/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Mission Hospital
- Waynesville, NC
$58+/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Stepdown
- Mission Hospital
- Waynesville, NC
$58+/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Stepdown
- Mission Hospital
- Waynesville, NC
$58+/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Stepdown
- Mission Hospital
- Waynesville, NC
$58+/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Mission Hospital
- Rutherfordton, NC
$58+/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Mission Hospital
- Waynesville, NC
$58+/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Stepdown
- Mission Hospital
- Waynesville, NC
$58+/hour
Assistant Nurse Manager - Stepdown
- Christian Hospital
- Saint Louis, MO
$84K-128K/year
Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- The Medical Center of Aurora
- Aurora, CO
$40-59/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinical Coordinator, PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Rose Medical Center
- Denver, CO
$40-59/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Stepdown
- Swedish Medical Center
- Englewood, CO
$40-59/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
- Swedish Medical Center
- Englewood, CO
$40-59/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Swedish Medical Center
- Englewood, CO
$40-59/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Stepdown
- Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus
- Asheville, NC
$46-58/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Stepdown
- Mission Hospital
- Morganton, NC
$38-58/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Stepdown
- Mission Hospital
- Hickory, NC
$38-58/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - Stepdown
- Portsmouth Regional Hospital
- Portsmouth, NH
$41-53/hour
Registered Nurse (RN) - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
- Parkland Medical Center
- Sandown, NH
$41-53/hour

DOU Nurse Jobs Salary Insights
Average DOU Nurse Salary
$46.94/hour
The average salary for a DOU Nurse is $46.94 per hour. This is 3% lower than the nursing US average of $48.57.
Last updated on September 21, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
DOU Nurse Jobs FAQs
What hospitals currently have the most DOU Nurse job opportunities?
The hospitals on Vivian that currently have the most DOU Nurse jobs are Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus (41 jobs), Transylvania Regional Hospital (40 jobs), and OhioHealth Rehabilitation Hospital (24 jobs).
Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?
As of Tuesday, September 22nd 2026, Vivian has 718 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $51 per hour on average, and up to $105 per hour for the top-paying job listed.
Does Vivian have any travel Nursing jobs?
As of Tuesday, September 22nd 2026, Vivian has 11,690 listings for travel Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $2,164 per hour on average, and up to $3,590 per hour for the top-paying job listed.
Where can I learn more about working as a DOU Nurse?
Take a look at Vivian's DOU Nurse Career Guide for more information, including required education, responsibilities, pros and cons and more.
What is a Direct Observation Unit (DOU) Nurse?
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.
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