DOU Nurse Jobs
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Nurse Educator, Intermediate Care Units
- Newark Beth Israel Medical Center
- Newark, NJ
RN Intermediate Care Unit
- Johns Hopkins Suburban Hospital
- Bethesda, MD
Special Care Unit Registered Nurse
- Howard County General Hospital
- Columbia, MD
Lead Clinical Nurse, Surgical Progressive Care Unit
- The Johns Hopkins Hospital
- Baltimore, MD
IMCU Registered Nurse
- Piedmont Newnan Hospital
- Newnan, GA
Progressive Care Registered Nurse
- Cartersville Medical Center
- Cartersville, GA
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Vascular Stepdown
- Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
- Atlanta, GA
Registered Nurse - Progressive Care Unit
- Piedmont Newton Hospital
- Covington, GA
Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
- Cartersville Medical Center
- Cartersville, GA
Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
- Piedmont Newton Hospital
- Covington, GA
Progressive Care Unit Charge Nurse
- Cartersville Medical Center
- Cartersville, GA
IMCU Charge Nurse
- Piedmont Newnan Hospital
- Newnan, GA
Progressive Care Unit Charge Nurse
- Piedmont Newton Hospital
- Covington, GA
Nurse Educator, Med Surg/Telemetry
- Jersey City Medical Center
- Jersey City, NJ
Clinical Nurse Coordinator Med Surg PCU
- Methodist Hospital
- Cibolo, TX
Progressive Care Unit RN
- Saint Mark's Hospital
- Salt Lake City, UT
Progressive Care Unit RN
- Saint Mark's Hospital
- Salt Lake City, UT
Step-Down ICU Registered Nurse
- Saint Mark's Hospital
- Salt Lake City, UT
Progressive Care RN
- TriStar Summit Medical Center
- Hermitage, TN
Progressive Care Clinical Nurse Coordinator
- TriStar Summit Medical Center
- Hermitage, TN
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DOU Nurse Jobs Salary Insights
Average DOU Nurse Salary
$32.64/hour
The average salary for a DOU Nurse is $32.64 per hour. This is 2% lower than the nursing US average of $33.30.
Last updated on February 7, 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 Medical City Dallas Hospital (80 jobs), Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus (26 jobs), and Research Medical Center (22 jobs).
Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?
As of Saturday, February 7th 2026, Vivian has 189 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $50 per hour on average, and up to $67 per hour for the top-paying job listed.
Does Vivian have any travel Nursing jobs?
As of Saturday, February 7th 2026, Vivian has 5,667 listings for travel Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $2,089 per hour on average, and up to $3,762 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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