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View job details for Med Surg Intermediate Care RN
Travel Contract

Med Surg Intermediate Care RN

  • Wausau, WI
  • Staffmax Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,371/week

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 11 days ago
View job details for Med Surg Intermediate Care RN
Travel Contract

Med Surg Intermediate Care RN

  • Wausau, WI
  • Staffmax Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,371/week

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 11 days ago
View job details for Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse

  • Omaha, NE
  • GQR Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,086/week

Nights
3x12
Posted 5 days ago
View job details for PCU/Stepdown Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

PCU/Stepdown Registered Nurse

  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • Uniti Med
  • 3x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,086/week

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 5 days ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

PCU Registered Nurse

  • Grand Island, NE
  • Uniti Med
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,086/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
 Verified
View job details for PCU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

PCU Registered Nurse

  • Kearney, NE
  • Uniti Med
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,086/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
 Verified
View job details for PCU/Stepdown Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

PCU/Stepdown Registered Nurse

  • Council Bluffs, IA
  • GQR Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$2,086/week

Days
3x12
Posted 5 days ago
View job details for PCU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

PCU Registered Nurse

  • Grand Island, NE
  • GQR Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,086/week

Nights
3x12
View job details for PCU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

PCU Registered Nurse

  • Kearney, NE
  • GQR Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,086/week

Nights
3x12
View job details for ICU Float Pool Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

ICU Float Pool Registered Nurse

  • Centennial, CO
  • Uniti Med
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,086/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 8 days ago
 Verified
View job details for ICU Float Pool Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

ICU Float Pool Registered Nurse

  • Centennial, CO
  • GQR Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,086/week

Nights
3x12
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
  • Catalytic Solutions
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,086/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 3 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Flex Pool RN - Med Surg & Stepdown
Travel Contract

Flex Pool RN - Med Surg & Stepdown

  • Hilo, HI
  • Catalytic Solutions
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,086/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 9 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Intermediate Care/Telemetry Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Intermediate Care/Telemetry Registered Nurse

  • Springfield, IL
  • TNAA TotalMed RN
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,084/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
View job details for Stepdown Telemetry RN
Travel Contract

Stepdown Telemetry RN

  • Springdale, AR
  • Nightingale Nurses
  • 4x12 hrs, Nights

$2,084/week

Nights
4x12
 Verified
View job details for ICU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

  • Belleville, IL
  • American Traveler
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,084/week

Nights
3x12
Posted Today
View job details for ICU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

  • Belleville, IL
  • American Traveler
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$2,084/week

Days
3x12
Posted Today
View job details for RN – PCU (Neuro Stepdown)
Travel Contract

RN – PCU (Neuro Stepdown)

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • American Traveler
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,084/week

Nights
3x12
Posted 3 days ago
View job details for PCU/Neuro Stepdown Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

PCU/Neuro Stepdown Registered Nurse

  • Durham, NC
  • Focus Staff
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,084/week

Nights
3x12
Posted 1 day ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU/Neuro Stepdown Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

PCU/Neuro Stepdown Registered Nurse

  • Durham, NC
  • Focus Staff
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$2,084/week

Days
3x12
Posted 1 day ago
 Verified
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Travel DOU Nurse Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel DOU Nurse Salary

$2,103/week

The average salary for a DOU Nurse is $2,103 per week. This is 3% lower than the nursing US average of $2,176.

Last updated on March 14, 2026. Based on 38,749 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 (223), CrossMed (178), and GQR Healthcare (177).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Saturday, March 14th 2026, Vivian has 11 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 Saturday, March 14th 2026, Vivian has 188 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $50 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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