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View job details for Oncology RN - MICU/Step Down
9 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Oncology RN - MICU/Step Down

  • Cleveland, Ohio
  • University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
  • PRN Healthcare and 8 others

UP TO $2,915/wk

3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 57 minutes ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU RN
28 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PCU RN

  • Florence, Alabama
  • Eliza Coffee Memorial Hospital
  • Medical Solutions and 27 others

UP TO $2,900/wk

Nights
4x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 4 hours ago
 Verified
View job details for Surgical Oncology RN - Step-Down/Telemetry
5 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Surgical Oncology RN - Step-Down/Telemetry

  • Cleveland, Ohio
  • University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
  • TNAA TotalMed RN and 4 others

UP TO $2,867/wk

3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 57 minutes ago
 Verified
View job details for Step-Down RN
24 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Step-Down RN

  • Mequon, Wisconsin
  • Columbia Saint Mary's Hospital Ozaukee
  • Lucid Staffing Solutions and 23 others

UP TO $2,754/wk

Nights
4x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 57 minutes ago
 Verified
View job details for Step-Down RN
15 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Step-Down RN

  • Brookfield, Wisconsin
  • WIMIL Ascension SE Wisconsin Hospital
  • NuWest Travel Nursing and 14 others

UP TO $2,754/wk

Nights
4x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for Registered Nurse - Med/Surg & Observation
37 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Registered Nurse - Med/Surg & Observation

  • Globe, Arizona
  • Cobre Valley Community Hospital
  • Medical Solutions and 36 others

UP TO $2,752/wk

Days
5x8
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 57 minutes ago
 Verified
View job details for Registered Nurse Step-Down
26 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Registered Nurse Step-Down

  • Evansville, Indiana
  • INEVA Ascension St. Vincent Evansville
  • Arrow Healthcare Staffing and 25 others

UP TO $2,728/wk

Nights
4x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for ICU Registered Nurse
7 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

  • Marrero, Louisiana
  • West Jefferson Medical Center
  • Medical Solutions and 6 others

UP TO $2,725/wk

Nights
4x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU RN
35 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PCU RN

  • Aspen, Colorado
  • Aspen Valley Hospital
  • Medical Solutions and 34 others

UP TO $2,744/wk

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 57 minutes ago
 Verified
View job details for IMC RN
21 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

IMC RN

  • Marquette, Michigan
  • UP Health System Marquette
  • Medical Solutions and 20 others

UP TO $2,717/wk

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 10 days ago
 Verified
View job details for RN Neuro Stepdown
17 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

RN Neuro Stepdown

  • Indianapolis, Indiana
  • Saint Vincent Indianapolis Hospital
  • Arrow Healthcare Staffing and 16 others

UP TO $2,713/wk

Nights
4x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 57 minutes ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU RN - Brain/Spine Unit
21 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PCU RN - Brain/Spine Unit

  • Indianapolis, Indiana
  • Saint Vincent Indianapolis Hospital
  • Arrow Healthcare Staffing and 20 others

UP TO $2,713/wk

Days
4x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 57 minutes ago
 Verified
View job details for Progressive Care Unit RN
9 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit RN

  • Indianapolis, Indiana
  • Saint Vincent Indianapolis Hospital
  • GQR Healthcare and 8 others

UP TO $2,713/wk

Days
4x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for RN Ortho/Trauma Stepdown PCU
15 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

RN Ortho/Trauma Stepdown PCU

  • Indianapolis, Indiana
  • Saint Vincent Indianapolis Hospital
  • Lucid Staffing Solutions and 14 others

UP TO $2,713/wk

Nights
4x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for Neuro Step Down RN
22 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Neuro Step Down RN

  • Indianapolis, Indiana
  • Saint Vincent Indianapolis Hospital
  • Arrow Healthcare Staffing and 21 others

UP TO $2,713/wk

Days
4x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for RN Med Surg Intermediate Care
12 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

RN Med Surg Intermediate Care

  • Wausau, Wisconsin
  • Aspirus Wausau Hospital
  • American Traveler and 11 others

UP TO $2,706/wk

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 57 minutes ago
 Verified
View job details for Step-Down/Progressive Care RN
19 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Step-Down/Progressive Care RN

  • Anderson, Indiana
  • Saint Vincent Anderson Regional Hospital
  • Arrow Healthcare Staffing and 18 others

UP TO $2,702/wk

Days
4x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 57 minutes ago
 Verified
View job details for Step-Down/Progressive Care RN
20 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Step-Down/Progressive Care RN

  • Anderson, Indiana
  • Saint Vincent Anderson Regional Hospital
  • Arrow Healthcare Staffing and 19 others

UP TO $2,702/wk

Days
4x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 57 minutes ago
 Verified
View job details for ICU Float Pool RN
15 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

ICU Float Pool RN

  • Centennial, Colorado
  • CSH Mountain Region
  • Noor Inc. and 14 others

UP TO $2,699/wk

3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 57 minutes ago
 Verified
View job details for Stepdown Registered Nurse
17 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Stepdown Registered Nurse

  • Petoskey, Michigan
  • McLaren Northern Michigan
  • Arrow Healthcare Staffing and 16 others

UP TO $2,689/wk

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 57 minutes ago
 Verified
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Travel DOU Nurse Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel DOU Nurse Salary

$2,077/week

The average salary for a DOU Nurse is $2,077 per week. This is 4% lower than the nursing US average of $2,160.

Last updated on June 22, 2026. Based on 40,185 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 (249), American Traveler (223), and Coast Medical Service (201).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Tuesday, June 23rd 2026, Vivian has 16 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 Tuesday, June 23rd 2026, Vivian has 338 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $50 per hour on average, and up to $67 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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