How much do staff DOU Nurse jobs pay per hour in California?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Tuesday, February 10th 2026, the average hourly Definitive Observation Unit Nurse salary in California is $41 per hour but can pay up to $51 per hour.

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Clinic Manager, DOU - Direct Observation Unit

Desert Regional Medical Center
Palm Springs, CA
3x12 hrs

$51-82/hour

3x12

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Registered Nurse (RN) - DOU - Direct Observation Unit

Hi-Desert Continuing Care Center
Joshua Tree, CA
3x12 hrs

$44-67/hour

3x12

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Registered Nurse (RN) - DOU - Direct Observation Unit

Hi-Desert Continuing Care Center
Joshua Tree, CA
3x12 hrs
Sign-On Bonus

$43-65/hour

3x12

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Registered Nurse (RN) - DOU - Direct Observation Unit

Saint Vincent Hospital at Worcester Medical Center
Worcester, MA
3x12 hrs, Days
Sign-On Bonus

$34-71/hour

Days

3x12

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Staff Position

Director Registered Nurse (RN) - Pediatrics

Core Medical-Perm
San Jose, CA
5x8 hrs

$237K-274K/year

5x8

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Posted 3 days ago

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Staff Position

Registered Nurse (RN) - Director ICU - Intensive Care Unit

San Ramon Regional Medical Center
San Ramon, CA
3x12 hrs

$83-133/hour

3x12

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Adventist Health
San Luis Obispo, CA

$146K-219K/year

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Posted 12 days ago

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Manager, ICU - Intensive Care Unit

Adventist Health
Templeton, CA

$146K-219K/year

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California DOU Nurse Jobs Salary Insights

Average DOU Nurse Salary

$78.39/hour

The average salary for a DOU Nurse in California is $78.39 per hour. This is 59% higher than the US average of $32.50.

Last updated on February 3, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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California DOU Nurse Jobs FAQs

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Tuesday, February 10th 2026, Vivian has 4 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $59 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 Tuesday, February 10th 2026, Vivian has 12 listings for travel Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $2,272 per hour on average, and up to $2,675 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.

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