How much do travel Travel DOU Nurse jobs pay?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Tuesday, June 23rd 2026, the average weekly salary for a Travel Definitive Observation Unit Nurse is $2,132, but can pay up to $4,061 per week.

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View job details for Med Surg/IMC Telemetry RN

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Med Surg/IMC Telemetry RN

Marshfield, Wisconsin
Marshfield Medical Center
American Traveler and 20 others

UP TO $3,501/wk

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View job details for PCU Registered Nurse

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PCU Registered Nurse

Anchorage, Alaska
Providence Alaska Medical Center
Medical Solutions and 28 others

UP TO $3,411/wk

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View job details for Resource Pool RN – Stepdown/Med Surg/Telemetry

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Resource Pool RN – Stepdown/Med Surg/Telemetry

Morgantown, West Virginia
Ruby Memorial Hospital
Medical Solutions and 16 others

UP TO $3,394/wk

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View job details for Telemetry Registered Nurse

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Telemetry Registered Nurse

Alton, Illinois
Alton Memorial Hospital
American Traveler and 7 others

UP TO $3,300/wk

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View job details for Cardiac Progressive Care Stepdown RN

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Cardiac Progressive Care Stepdown RN

Omaha, Nebraska
CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center Bergan Mercy
Lucid Staffing Solutions and 21 others

UP TO $3,233/wk

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View job details for IMC Wound and Ostomy RN

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IMC Wound and Ostomy RN

Brooklyn, New York
Interfaith Medical Center
Meda Health and 4 others

UP TO $3,213/wk

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View job details for Registered Nurse Med Surg/Telemetry PCU

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Registered Nurse Med Surg/Telemetry PCU

Rock Island, Illinois
UnityPoint Health Trinity - Rock Island
Medical Solutions and 30 others

UP TO $3,173/wk

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View job details for Float RN - Med Surg/Telemetry/PCU

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Float RN - Med Surg/Telemetry/PCU

Waterloo, Iowa
UnityPoint Health - Allen Hospital
Medical Solutions and 28 others

UP TO $3,170/wk

Nights

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View job details for Float Registered Nurse – ER, ICU, PCU, Med-Surg, Behavioral Health

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Float Registered Nurse – ER, ICU, PCU, Med-Surg, Behavioral Health

Coeur d'Alene, Idaho
Kootenai Health
American Traveler and 6 others

UP TO $3,149/wk

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

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Med/Surg & Step-Down RN

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Oklahoma University Medical Center
Medical Solutions and 16 others

UP TO $3,157/wk

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View job details for PCU/Oncology Registered Nurse

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PCU/Oncology Registered Nurse

Dayton, Ohio
Miami Valley Hospital
Arrow Healthcare Staffing and 17 others

UP TO $3,121/wk

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View job details for Stepdown Cardiac RN

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Stepdown Cardiac RN

Dayton, Ohio
Miami Valley Hospital
Arrow Healthcare Staffing and 16 others

UP TO $3,121/wk

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View job details for Resource Pool RN - Stepdown

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Resource Pool RN - Stepdown

Morgantown, West Virginia
Ruby Memorial Hospital
ARMStaffing and 26 others

UP TO $3,120/wk

Nights

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View job details for PCU RN

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PCU RN

Quincy, Illinois
Blessing Hospital
Maximum Healthcare Solutions and 2 others

UP TO $3,118/wk

Evenings

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View job details for Step Down RN

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Step Down RN

Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Columbia Saint Mary's Hospital Milwaukee
NuWest Travel Nursing and 17 others

UP TO $3,080/wk

Nights

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View job details for RN Step Down

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RN Step Down

Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Columbia Saint Mary's Hospital Milwaukee
Daisy Medical Staffing and 2 others

UP TO $3,080/wk

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View job details for Step-Down RN

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Step-Down RN

Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Columbia Saint Mary's Hospital Milwaukee
Lucid Staffing Solutions and 18 others

UP TO $3,074/wk

Nights

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View job details for Step Down RN

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Step Down RN

Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Columbia Saint Mary's Hospital Milwaukee
Advantis Medical and 2 others

UP TO $3,053/wk

Nights

4x12

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View job details for Step-Down RN

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Step-Down RN

Milwaukee, Wisconsin
Columbia Saint Mary's Hospital Milwaukee
Epic Travel Staffing and 5 others

UP TO $3,053/wk

Nights

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View job details for PCU/Stepdown Registered Nurse

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PCU/Stepdown Registered Nurse

Springfield, Illinois
Memorial Health
Meda Health and 10 others

UP TO $3,046/wk

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Travel DOU Nurse Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel DOU Nurse Salary

$2,077/week

The average salary for a DOU Nurse is $2,077 per week. This is 4% lower than the nursing US average of $2,160.

Last updated on June 22, 2026. Based on 40,185 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 TNAA TotalMed RN (249), American Traveler (223), and Coast Medical Service (201).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Tuesday, June 23rd 2026, Vivian has 16 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $52 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $82 per hour.

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Tuesday, June 23rd 2026, Vivian has 338 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.

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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