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View job details for CVICU Step-Down Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

CVICU Step-Down Registered Nurse

  • Urbana, IL
  • GHR Healthcare - Travel Division
  • 3x12 hrs

$2,394/week

3x12
Above Average Pay
View job details for Progressive Care Unit RN
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit RN

  • Albany, NY
  • GHR Healthcare - Travel Division
  • 3x12 hrs

$2,394/week

3x12
Above Average Pay
View job details for Progressive Critical Care PCU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Progressive Critical Care PCU Registered Nurse

  • Albany, NY
  • GHR Healthcare - Travel Division
  • 3x12 hrs

$2,394/week

3x12
Above Average Pay
View job details for Progressive Care Unit RN
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit RN

  • Longview, TX
  • American Traveler
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,876/week

Nights
3x12
Posted 11 days ago
View job details for Progressive Care Unit RN
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit RN

  • Longview, TX
  • American Traveler
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$1,876/week

Days
3x12
Posted 11 days ago
View job details for PCU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

PCU Registered Nurse

  • Longview, TX
  • American Traveler
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$1,876/week

Days
3x12
Posted 11 days ago
View job details for Step-Down Telemetry RN
Travel Contract

Step-Down Telemetry RN

  • South Bend, IN
  • CrossMed
  • 3x12 hrs
  • Referral Bonus

$1,875/week

3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 6 days ago
View job details for IMCU Stepdown Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

IMCU Stepdown Registered Nurse

  • Thomasville, GA
  • Wellspring Nurse Source
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$1,874/week

Days
3x12
Posted 6 days ago
View job details for Travel Cardiac Stepdown RN
Travel Contract

Travel Cardiac Stepdown RN

  • Thomasville, GA
  • Wellspring Nurse Source
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$1,874/week

Days
3x12
Posted 6 days ago
View job details for Stepdown/PCU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Stepdown/PCU Registered Nurse

  • Tucson, AZ
  • GetMed Staffing, Inc.
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,873/week

Nights
3x12
Posted 11 days ago
View job details for Travel RN – Pediatric Observation Unit
Travel Contract

Travel RN – Pediatric Observation Unit

  • Charleston, SC
  • Wellspring Nurse Source
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,873/week

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

Surgical Observation Registered Nurse

  • Charleston, SC
  • Wellspring Nurse Source
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,873/week

Nights
3x12
Posted 6 days ago
View job details for Surgical Observation Unit Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Surgical Observation Unit Registered Nurse

  • Charleston, SC
  • Wellspring Nurse Source
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,873/week

Nights
3x12
Posted 6 days ago
View job details for Registered Nurse – 23-Hour Observation Unit
Travel Contract

Registered Nurse – 23-Hour Observation Unit

  • Charleston, SC
  • Wellspring Nurse Source
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$1,873/week

Days
3x12
Posted 6 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Travel Registered Nurse – 23-Hour Observation Unit
Travel Contract

Travel Registered Nurse – 23-Hour Observation Unit

  • Charleston, SC
  • Wellspring Nurse Source
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,873/week

Nights
3x12
Posted 6 days ago
View job details for Progressive Care (Med-Surg/Telemetry) RN
Travel Contract

Progressive Care (Med-Surg/Telemetry) RN

  • Lee's Summit, MO
  • Uniti Med
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$1,873/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 3 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Progressive Care (Med-Surg/Telemetry) RN
Travel Contract

Progressive Care (Med-Surg/Telemetry) RN

  • Lee's Summit, MO
  • GQR Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,873/week

Nights
3x12
Posted 3 days ago
View job details for Progressive Care Telemetry RN
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Telemetry RN

  • Akron, OH
  • Hunter Recruiting
  • 5x8 hrs

$1,872/week

5x8
View job details for Cardiac Step-Down RN, Progressive Care Unit
Travel Contract

Cardiac Step-Down RN, Progressive Care Unit

  • Albany, GA
  • Uniti Med
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$1,872/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
 Verified
View job details for Cardiac Step-Down RN, Progressive Care Unit
Travel Contract

Cardiac Step-Down RN, Progressive Care Unit

  • Albany, GA
  • GQR Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,872/week

Nights
3x12
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Travel DOU Nurse Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel DOU Nurse Salary

$2,070/week

The average salary for a DOU Nurse is $2,070 per week. This is 4% lower than the nursing US average of $2,150.

Last updated on December 29, 2025. Based on 35,516 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 GLC On-The-Go (224), GHR Healthcare - Travel Division (201), and American Traveler (193).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Tuesday, December 30th 2025, Vivian has 12 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $51 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, December 30th 2025, Vivian has 160 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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