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View job details for Neuro PCU RN
33 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Neuro PCU RN

  • Hickory, North Carolina
  • Frye Regional Medical Center
  • American Traveler and 32 others

UP TO $2,286/wk

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 2 days ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU / Med-Surg Tele RN
1 agency can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PCU / Med-Surg Tele RN

  • Milwaukee, Wisconsin
  • Columbia Saint Mary's Hospital Milwaukee
  • American Traveler

UP TO $2,284/wk

Days
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 6 hours ago
View job details for PCU RN
11 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PCU RN

  • Kansas City, Missouri
  • Saint Luke's North Hospital - Barry Road Campus
  • Bestica and 10 others

UP TO $2,280/wk

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 55 minutes ago
 Verified
View job details for RN Surgical Stepdown/Med-Surg Transplant
11 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

RN Surgical Stepdown/Med-Surg Transplant

  • Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
  • Oklahoma University Medical Center
  • Access Healthcare and 10 others

UP TO $2,272/wk

Days
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 6 hours ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU Float RN
17 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PCU Float RN

  • Columbus, Ohio
  • Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
  • Access Healthcare and 16 others

UP TO $2,269/wk

Days
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 55 minutes ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU RN
7 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PCU RN

  • Columbus, Ohio
  • Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
  • Assured Nursing and 6 others

UP TO $2,269/wk

Rotating
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 55 minutes ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU RN
25 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PCU RN

  • Coos Bay, Oregon
  • Bay Area Hospital
  • Access Healthcare and 24 others

UP TO $2,268/wk

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 6 hours ago
 Verified
View job details for RN PCU Bariatric Surgical Unit
2 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

RN PCU Bariatric Surgical Unit

  • Carmel, Indiana
  • ININD Ascension St. Vincent Carmel-46024
  • NuWest Travel Nursing and 1 other

UP TO $2,268/wk

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 6 hours ago
View job details for Step Down Unit RN
13 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Step Down Unit RN

  • Evansville, Indiana
  • Deaconess Hospital
  • AHS Staffing and 12 others

UP TO $2,260/wk

Days
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 6 hours ago
 Verified
View job details for Step Down Unit RN
12 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Step Down Unit RN

  • Evansville, Indiana
  • Deaconess Hospital
  • Coast Medical Service and 11 others

UP TO $2,260/wk

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 6 hours ago
 Verified
View job details for Step Down Unit RN
12 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Step Down Unit RN

  • Henderson, Kentucky
  • Methodist Hospital
  • AHS Staffing and 11 others

UP TO $2,260/wk

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 6 hours ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU Registered Nurse
3 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PCU Registered Nurse

  • Ann Arbor, Michigan
  • Trinity Health Ann Arbor
  • Epic Travel Staffing and 2 others

UP TO $2,260/wk

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 6 hours ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU / Stepdown RN
7 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PCU / Stepdown RN

  • Council Bluffs, Iowa
  • CHI Health Mercy Council Bluffs
  • American Traveler and 6 others

UP TO $2,350/wk

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 55 minutes ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU RN
7 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PCU RN

  • Omaha, Nebraska
  • CHI Health Immanuel
  • American Traveler and 6 others

UP TO $2,254/wk

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 55 minutes ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU RN
31 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PCU RN

  • Burlington, North Carolina
  • Alamance Regional Medical Center
  • SambaTraveler and 30 others

UP TO $2,250/wk

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 55 minutes ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU / Stepdown RN
8 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PCU / Stepdown RN

  • Tulsa, Oklahoma
  • Oklahoma State University Medical Center
  • MedPro Healthcare Staffing and 7 others

UP TO $2,248/wk

3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 6 hours ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU Staff RN
35 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PCU Staff RN

  • Lancaster, Ohio
  • Fairfield Medical Center
  • American Traveler and 34 others

UP TO $2,246/wk

Days
3x12
Relocation Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 55 minutes ago
 Verified
View job details for Med Surg / PCU RN
35 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Med Surg / PCU RN

  • Lancaster, Ohio
  • Fairfield Medical Center
  • Bestica and 34 others

UP TO $2,246/wk

Nights
3x12
Relocation Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 55 minutes ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU RN
35 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PCU RN

  • Zanesville, Ohio
  • Genesis Hospital
  • TravSource and 34 others

UP TO $2,246/wk

Nights
3x12
Relocation Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 55 minutes ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU RN
21 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PCU RN

  • Asheville, North Carolina
  • Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus
  • Solomon Page and 20 others

UP TO $2,246/wk

Nights
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

$2,099/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 (356), American Traveler (280), and Host Healthcare (269).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Saturday, August 8th 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 Saturday, August 8th 2026, Vivian has 383 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $51 per hour on average, and up to $76 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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