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View job details for Progressive Care Unit RN
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit RN

  • Charleston, WV
  • Jackson Nurse Professionals
  • 4x12 hrs, Nights

$2,369/week

Nights
4x12
Above Average Pay
Posted Today
View job details for Neuro Stepdown RN
Travel Contract

Neuro Stepdown RN

  • Cleveland, OH
  • The Good Life MedStaff
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,369/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 2 days ago
View job details for Med Surg Observation Unit RN
Travel Contract

Med Surg Observation Unit RN

  • Marquette, MI
  • PRN Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,146/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 13 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Med Surg Observation Unit RN
Travel Contract

Med Surg Observation Unit RN

  • Marquette, MI
  • PRN Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,146/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
 Verified
View job details for Neuro Stepdown Telemetry RN
Travel Contract

Neuro Stepdown Telemetry RN

  • Jackson, TN
  • Care Career
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,146/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 2 days ago
View job details for Registered Nurse - Step Down Unit
Travel Contract

Registered Nurse - Step Down Unit

  • Elmira, NY
  • TNAA TotalMed RN
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,146/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
View job details for Intermediate Care Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Intermediate Care Registered Nurse

  • Wausau, WI
  • Medical Solutions
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,145/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 13 days ago
View job details for Step Down Unit Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Step Down Unit Registered Nurse

  • Newton Lower Falls, MA
  • Assured Nursing
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,144/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
 Verified
View job details for ICU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

  • Pleasant Prairie, WI
  • Host Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,144/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted Today
View job details for RN PCU Cardiac Stepdown
Travel Contract

RN PCU Cardiac Stepdown

  • Albany, GA
  • THP Healthcare Staffing
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,144/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 8 days ago
View job details for Stepdown/Med-Surg Overflow RN
Travel Contract

Stepdown/Med-Surg Overflow RN

  • Memphis, TN
  • THP Healthcare Staffing
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,144/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
View job details for Progressive Care Unit RN (Cardiac Stepdown)
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit RN (Cardiac Stepdown)

  • Albany, GA
  • THP Healthcare Staffing
  • 3x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,144/week

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
View job details for Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse

  • Omaha, NE
  • Medical Solutions
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,144/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 8 days ago
View job details for Flex Pool RN – Med-Surg/Step Down
Travel Contract

Flex Pool RN – Med-Surg/Step Down

  • Hilo, HI
  • Host Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,143/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted Today
View job details for PCU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

PCU Registered Nurse

  • Columbus, OH
  • Nightingale Nurses
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,143/week

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 3 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse

  • Columbus, OH
  • Nightingale Nurses
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,143/week

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 13 days ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

PCU Registered Nurse

  • Columbus, OH
  • Nightingale Nurses
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,143/week

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
 Verified
View job details for Intermediate Intensive Care (IMC) RN
Travel Contract

Intermediate Intensive Care (IMC) RN

  • Columbia, SC
  • LeaderStat
  • 3x12 hrs
  • Referral Bonus

$2,143/week

3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted Today
 Verified
View job details for Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse

  • Columbia, SC
  • LeaderStat
  • 3x12 hrs
  • Referral Bonus

$2,143/week

3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 2 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Intermediate Intensive Care RN
Travel Contract

Intermediate Intensive Care RN

  • Columbia, SC
  • LeaderStat
  • 3x12 hrs
  • Referral Bonus

$2,143/week

3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 2 days ago
 Verified
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Travel DOU Nurse Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel DOU Nurse Salary

$2,100/week

The average salary for a DOU Nurse is $2,100 per week. This is 3% lower than the nursing US average of $2,173.

Last updated on March 12, 2026. Based on 40,640 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 (261), CrossMed (178), and GQR Healthcare (174).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Friday, March 13th 2026, Vivian has 13 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $50 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 Friday, March 13th 2026, Vivian has 176 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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