How much do travel Travel DOU Nurse jobs pay?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Thursday, December 4th 2025, the average weekly salary for a Travel Definitive Observation Unit Nurse is $2,118, but can pay up to $3,888 per week.

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View job details for IMC Telemetry Registered Nurse

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IMC Telemetry Registered Nurse

Springfield, Illinois
Memorial Health
Medical Solutions and 14 others

$1,762-3,636/week

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View job details for Med-Surg & Cardiac Telemetry RN

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Med-Surg & Cardiac Telemetry RN

Nashua, New Hampshire
Saint Joseph Hospital
Medical Solutions and 29 others

$2,190-3,466/week

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View job details for ICU/PCU Registered Nurse

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ICU/PCU Registered Nurse

Scottsbluff, Nebraska
Regional West Medical Center
Medical Solutions and 35 others

$1,881-3,450/week

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View job details for Med-Surg Telemetry Step-Down RN

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Med-Surg Telemetry Step-Down RN

Nashua, New Hampshire
Saint Joseph Hospital
Medical Solutions and 40 others

$2,288-3,420/week

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View job details for Registered Nurse – Med-Surg/PCU & Cardiac Telemetry

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Registered Nurse – Med-Surg/PCU & Cardiac Telemetry

Nashua, New Hampshire
Saint Joseph Hospital
American Traveler and 32 others

$2,412-3,420/week

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View job details for Step-Down Registered Nurse

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Step-Down Registered Nurse

Keene, New Hampshire
Cheshire Medical Center
Medical Solutions and 23 others

$2,053-3,399/week

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View job details for Director of Emergency Department & Short Stay Observation Unit

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Director of Emergency Department & Short Stay Observation Unit

Grand Junction, Colorado
Community Hospital
American Traveler and 13 others

$2,376-3,360/week

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View job details for Neuro Progressive Care RN – Telemetry & Stepdown

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Neuro Progressive Care RN – Telemetry & Stepdown

Omaha, Nebraska
The Nebraska Medical Center
CrossMed and 4 others

$2,209-3,359/week

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View job details for Med-Surg/Step-Down Telemetry RN

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Med-Surg/Step-Down Telemetry RN

Nashua, New Hampshire
Saint Joseph Hospital
Medical Solutions and 40 others

$1,881-3,358/week

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View job details for MedSurg/Progressive Care Stepdown RN

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MedSurg/Progressive Care Stepdown RN

Show Low, Arizona
Summit Healthcare Regional Medical Center
ADN Healthcare

$3,321/week

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View job details for Travel Registered Nurse – Neuro Stepdown & Med-Surg/Telemetry

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Travel Registered Nurse – Neuro Stepdown & Med-Surg/Telemetry

Omaha, Nebraska
The Nebraska Medical Center
Prime Staffing and 5 others

$1,980-3,429/week

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View job details for Stepdown (PCU/IMC) Telemetry RN

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Stepdown (PCU/IMC) Telemetry RN

Springfield, Illinois
Memorial Health
American Traveler and 10 others

$1,986-3,204/week

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View job details for PCU (Stepdown) Registered Nurse

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PCU (Stepdown) Registered Nurse

Springfield, Illinois
Memorial Health
American Traveler and 20 others

$1,762-3,204/week

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View job details for PCU/Stepdown Telemetry Registered Nurse

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PCU/Stepdown Telemetry Registered Nurse

Springfield, Illinois
Memorial Health
American Traveler and 12 others

$1,762-3,204/week

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View job details for PCU Registered Nurse

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PCU Registered Nurse

Quincy, Illinois
Blessing Hospital
Go Healthcare and 2 others

$2,398-3,204/week

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View job details for Travel PCU Telemetry RN

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Travel PCU Telemetry RN

Springfield, Illinois
Memorial Health
American Traveler and 6 others

$2,172-3,111/week

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View job details for IMC Telemetry Registered Nurse

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IMC Telemetry Registered Nurse

Springfield, Illinois
Memorial Health
American Traveler and 8 others

$1,986-3,080/week

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View job details for Travel Stepdown Neuro RN

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Travel Stepdown Neuro RN

Omaha, Nebraska
The Nebraska Medical Center
Prime Staffing and 6 others

$1,782-3,059/week

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View job details for Observation Unit RN (Med/Surg)

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Observation Unit RN (Med/Surg)

Marquette, Michigan
UP Health System Marquette
American Traveler and 22 others

$1,879-3,014/week

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View job details for Travel Observation Unit RN - Med-Surg Telemetry

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Travel Observation Unit RN - Med-Surg Telemetry

Marquette, Michigan
UP Health System Marquette
Medical Solutions and 27 others

$1,879-3,014/week

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Travel DOU Nurse Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel DOU Nurse Salary

$2,085/week

The average salary for a DOU Nurse is $2,085 per week. This is 4% lower than the nursing US average of $2,164.

Last updated on December 4, 2025. Based on 53,172 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

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Travel DOU Nurse Jobs FAQs

What are the best agencies for Travel DOU Nurse jobs?

The agencies on Vivian that currently have the most Travel DOU Nurse jobs are Triage Staffing (263), GLC On-The-Go (252), and CrossMed (214).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Thursday, December 4th 2025, Vivian has 24 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $61 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $105 per hour.

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Thursday, December 4th 2025, Vivian has 147 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.

Where can I learn more about working as a Travel DOU Nurse?

Take a look at Vivian's Travel 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.

What certifications are commonly held by direct observational unit nurses?

Direct observational unit nurses may hold Basic Life Support (BLS) or Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), among others.

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