How much do travel Travel DOU Nurse jobs pay?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Friday, August 7th 2026, the average weekly salary for a Travel Definitive Observation Unit Nurse is $2,148, but can pay up to $3,660 per week.

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PCU RN

Columbus, Ohio
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
Access Healthcare and 20 others

UP TO $2,397/wk

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PCU Registered Nurse

Columbus, Ohio
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
TNAA TotalMed RN and 4 others

UP TO $2,397/wk

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Transplant PCU Registered Nurse

Columbus, Ohio
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
TravSource and 19 others

UP TO $2,397/wk

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PCU Registered Nurse

Columbus, Ohio
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
LeaderStat and 1 other

UP TO $2,397/wk

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Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse

Columbus, Ohio
Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center - Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital
Triage Staffing and 4 others

UP TO $2,395/wk

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RN Intermediate Care (IMC)

Madison, Wisconsin
University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics
AHS Staffing and 5 others

UP TO $2,394/wk

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PCU RN

Ypsilanti, Michigan
Trinity Health Ann Arbor
Access Healthcare and 11 others

UP TO $2,392/wk

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PCU RN

Ypsilanti, Michigan
Trinity Health Ann Arbor
Epic Travel Staffing and 5 others

UP TO $2,392/wk

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ICU/Med-Surg RN

Portales, New Mexico
Roosevelt General Hospital
GHR Healthcare - Travel and 30 others

UP TO $2,387/wk

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PCU RN

Thornton, Colorado
North Suburban Medical Center
Host Healthcare and 32 others

UP TO $2,387/wk

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PCU RN

Thornton, Colorado
North Suburban Medical Center
Host Healthcare and 28 others

UP TO $2,387/wk

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PCU Registered Nurse

Denver, Colorado
HCA HealthONE Swedish CO
Host Healthcare and 30 others

UP TO $2,387/wk

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PCU RN

Portsmouth, New Hampshire
Portsmouth Regional Hospital
Solomon Page and 41 others

UP TO $2,678/wk

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Step-Down RN

Auburn, New York
Auburn Community Hospital
United Staffing Solutions and 6 others

UP TO $2,386/wk

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PCU / Stepdown RN

Sioux City, Iowa
UnityPoint Health - St. Lukes
AHS Staffing and 10 others

UP TO $2,383/wk

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PCU / Stepdown RN

Sioux City, Iowa
UnityPoint Health - St. Lukes
AHS Staffing and 10 others

UP TO $2,383/wk

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Step Down RN

Mequon, Wisconsin
Columbia Saint Mary's Hospital Ozaukee
NuWest Travel Nursing and 1 other

UP TO $2,380/wk

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PCU/Med-Surg/Oncology Registered Nurse

Omaha, Nebraska
CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center Bergan Mercy
American Traveler and 5 others

UP TO $2,400/wk

Nights

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PCU Registered Nurse

Columbus, Ohio
Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
American Traveler and 7 others

UP TO $2,377/wk

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PCU RN

Anderson, Indiana
Saint Vincent Anderson Regional Hospital
Epic Travel Staffing and 4 others

UP TO $2,376/wk

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Travel DOU Nurse Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel DOU Nurse Salary

$2,099/week

The average salary for a DOU Nurse is $2,099 per week. This is 4% lower than the nursing US average of $2,189.

Last updated on August 6, 2026. Based on 47,162 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 (363), American Traveler (285), and Host Healthcare (273).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Friday, August 7th 2026, Vivian has 362 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $49 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $115 per hour.

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Friday, August 7th 2026, Vivian has 394 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $50 per hour on average, and up to $73 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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