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View job details for ICU/PCU/Medical-Surgical Float RN
Travel Contract

ICU/PCU/Medical-Surgical Float RN

  • Roanoke, VA
  • GQR Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$1,978/week

Days
3x12
Posted 7 days ago
View job details for Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse

  • Petoskey, MI
  • Nightingale Nurses
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,977/week

Nights
3x12
View job details for Medical-Surgical Float RN
Travel Contract

Medical-Surgical Float RN

  • Boone, NC
  • Malone Healthcare - Nursing
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights, Flexible
  • Referral Bonus

$1,977/week

Nights
Flexible
3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted Today
View job details for Medical-Surgical Float RN
Travel Contract

Medical-Surgical Float RN

  • Boone, NC
  • ARMStaffing
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,977/week

Nights
3x12
Posted Today
View job details for Cardiac Surgical ICU/Stepdown RN
Travel Contract

Cardiac Surgical ICU/Stepdown RN

  • Tuscaloosa, AL
  • LeaderStat
  • 3x12 hrs
  • Referral Bonus

$1,976/week

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

ICU Registered Nurse

  • Pontiac, MI
  • Jackson Nurse Professionals
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,976/week

Nights
3x12
Posted 9 days ago
View job details for RN Stroke Step Down Unit
Travel Contract

RN Stroke Step Down Unit

  • Evansville, IN
  • Voca Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$1,975/week

Days
3x12
Posted 1 day ago
 Verified
View job details for Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse

  • Shelby, NC
  • Voca Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,975/week

Nights
3x12
Posted 2 days ago
View job details for Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse

  • Macon, GA
  • Voca Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,975/week

Nights
3x12
Posted 2 days ago
View job details for Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse

  • Kings Mtn, NC
  • Voca Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,975/week

Nights
3x12
Posted 3 days ago
View job details for Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse

  • Macon, GA
  • Voca Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,975/week

Nights
3x12
Posted 10 days ago
View job details for Step-Down RN
Travel Contract

Step-Down RN

  • Evansville, IN
  • Voca Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,975/week

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

Stepdown Telemetry RN

  • Springdale, AR
  • HealthTrust Workforce Solution External
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,975/week

Nights
3x12
Posted 6 days ago
View job details for Medical-Surgical/PCU Float RN
Travel Contract

Medical-Surgical/PCU Float RN

  • Bloomington, IN
  • Nightingale Nurses
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,974/week

Nights
3x12
 Verified
View job details for RN Med Specialty Step-Down
Travel Contract

RN Med Specialty Step-Down

  • Oklahoma City, OK
  • Medical Solutions
  • 3x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$1,974/week

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
View job details for ICU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

  • Pontiac, MI
  • Malone Healthcare - Nursing
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$1,973/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 1 day ago
View job details for Medical-Surgical Neuro Stepdown RN
Travel Contract

Medical-Surgical Neuro Stepdown RN

  • Memphis, TN
  • American Traveler
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$1,973/week

Days
3x12
Posted Today
View job details for PCU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

PCU Registered Nurse

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

$1,973/week

Nights
3x12
Posted Today
 Verified
View job details for Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse

  • Columbia, SC
  • Premier Medical Staffing Services
  • 3x12 hrs

$1,973/week

3x12
Posted 2 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Intermediate Intensive Care RN
Travel Contract

Intermediate Intensive Care RN

  • Columbia, SC
  • Premier Medical Staffing Services
  • 3x12 hrs

$1,973/week

3x12
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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