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View job details for Stepdown/MedSurg RN
Travel Contract

Stepdown/MedSurg RN

  • Fairmont, WV
  • GHR Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs

$2,268/week

3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 6 days ago
View job details for RN Med Surg GCU
Travel Contract

RN Med Surg GCU

  • Kearney, NE
  • GHR Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs

$2,268/week

3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted Today
View job details for Intermediate Care Unit (IMC) Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Intermediate Care Unit (IMC) Registered Nurse

  • Reno, NV
  • Innovent Global
  • 3x12 hrs, Days, Nights

$2,140/week

Days
Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 9 days ago
View job details for Registered Nurse Med Surg/Telemetry/PCU
Travel Contract

Registered Nurse Med Surg/Telemetry/PCU

  • Sioux City, IA
  • Host Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,139/week

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

ICU Registered Nurse

  • Grinnell, IA
  • Host Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,139/week

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

RN Flex Pool - Med Surg/Step Down

  • Hilo, HI
  • Wellspring Nurse Source
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$2,139/week

Days
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 3 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Med-Surg/Step-Down Float RN
Travel Contract

Med-Surg/Step-Down Float RN

  • Hilo, HI
  • Wellspring Nurse Source
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,139/week

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

RN Flex Pool – Med-Surg/Step-Down

  • Hilo, HI
  • Wellspring Nurse Source
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$2,139/week

Days
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 4 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Cardiac Progressive Care (CPCU) RN
Travel Contract

Cardiac Progressive Care (CPCU) RN

  • Hilo, HI
  • Wellspring Nurse Source
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$2,139/week

Days
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 13 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Registered Nurse - Step Down Unit
Travel Contract

Registered Nurse - Step Down Unit

  • Willoughby, OH
  • HCS 247 Travel
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,138/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 3 days ago
 Verified
View job details for RN Step-Down
Travel Contract

RN Step-Down

  • Ravenna, OH
  • HCS 247 Travel
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,138/week

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

ICU Registered Nurse

  • Waco, TX
  • MedPro Healthcare Staffing
  • 4x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,138/week

Nights
4x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
 Verified
View job details for RN Med Surg/Progressive Care (Telemetry)
Travel Contract

RN Med Surg/Progressive Care (Telemetry)

  • Show Low, AZ
  • Solomon Page
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,138/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 6 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Progressive Care Unit RN
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit RN

  • Asheville, NC
  • Coast Medical Service
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,138/week

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
View job details for Registered Nurse Med Surg/Telemetry/PCU
Travel Contract

Registered Nurse Med Surg/Telemetry/PCU

  • Sioux City, IA
  • Premier Medical Staffing Services
  • 3x12 hrs

$2,138/week

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

ICU Registered Nurse

  • Grinnell, IA
  • Premier Medical Staffing Services
  • 3x12 hrs

$2,138/week

3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 4 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Registered Nurse Med Surg/Telemetry/PCU
Travel Contract

Registered Nurse Med Surg/Telemetry/PCU

  • Sioux City, IA
  • PRIDE Health
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,137/week

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

ICU Registered Nurse

  • Grinnell, IA
  • PRIDE Health
  • 3x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,137/week

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 2 days ago
 Verified
View job details for IMC Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

IMC Registered Nurse

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • PRIDE Health
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,137/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 5 days ago
 Verified
View job details for IMC/PCU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

IMC/PCU Registered Nurse

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • PRIDE Health
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,137/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
 Verified
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Travel DOU Nurse Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel DOU Nurse Salary

$2,080/week

The average salary for a DOU Nurse is $2,080 per week. This is 4% lower than the nursing US average of $2,161.

Last updated on May 9, 2026. Based on 35,780 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 (215), American Traveler (171), and Host Healthcare (145).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Sunday, May 10th 2026, Vivian has 13 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $48 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $82 per hour.

Does Vivian have any per diem Nursing jobs?

As of Sunday, May 10th 2026, Vivian has 1 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $51 per hour on average and up to $51 per hour for the highest-paying role.

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Sunday, May 10th 2026, Vivian has 226 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $50 per hour on average, and up to $66 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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