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View job details for Cardiac PCU/Stepdown RN
24 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Cardiac PCU/Stepdown RN

  • Lufkin, Texas
  • CHI Saint Luke's Health Memorial Lufkin
  • Aequor Healthcare and 23 others

UP TO $2,071/wk

Nights
3x12
Posted 1 hour ago
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View job details for Cardiac PCU/Stepdown RN
25 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Cardiac PCU/Stepdown RN

  • Lufkin, Texas
  • CHI Saint Luke's Health Memorial Lufkin
  • Thrive Staffing and 24 others

UP TO $2,071/wk

Days
3x12
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for Vascular Step Down RN
2 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Vascular Step Down RN

  • Cleveland, Ohio
  • University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
  • Olaro and 1 other

UP TO $2,067/wk

Nights
3x12
Posted 15 hours ago
 Verified
View job details for Med Surg Tele RN
23 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Med Surg Tele RN

  • Los Alamos, New Mexico
  • Los Alamos Medical Center
  • Host Healthcare and 22 others

UP TO $2,065/wk

3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 11 days ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU RN
8 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PCU RN

  • Kansas City, Missouri
  • Saint Luke's Hospital
  • TNAA TotalMed RN and 7 others

UP TO $2,065/wk

3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for Registered Nurse Step-Down Unit
13 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Registered Nurse Step-Down Unit

  • Beaufort, South Carolina
  • Beaufort Memorial Hospital
  • Spire and 12 others

UP TO $2,052/wk

3x12
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for MS/Tele Float RN
13 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

MS/Tele Float RN

  • Beaufort, South Carolina
  • Beaufort Memorial Hospital
  • Medical Solutions and 12 others

UP TO $2,052/wk

3x12
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for ICU RN
16 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

ICU RN

  • Beaufort, South Carolina
  • Beaufort Memorial Hospital
  • Assured Nursing and 15 others

UP TO $2,052/wk

3x12
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU RN
36 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PCU RN

  • Nashville, Tennessee
  • TriStar Centennial Medical Center
  • AHS Staffing and 35 others

UP TO $2,050/wk

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 4 days ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU RN
30 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PCU RN

  • Asheville, North Carolina
  • Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus
  • Coast Medical Service and 29 others

UP TO $2,050/wk

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
 Verified
View job details for Progressive Care Unit RN
35 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit RN

  • Chattanooga, Tennessee
  • Parkridge Medical Center
  • AHS Staffing and 34 others

UP TO $2,050/wk

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
 Verified
View job details for PCU RN
26 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PCU RN

  • Hermitage, Tennessee
  • TriStar Summit Medical Center
  • Solomon Page and 25 others

UP TO $2,050/wk

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
 Verified
View job details for Progressive Care Unit RN
21 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit RN

  • Hermitage, Tennessee
  • TriStar Summit Medical Center
  • AHS Staffing and 20 others

UP TO $2,050/wk

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
 Verified
View job details for PCU RN
3 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PCU RN

  • Asheville, North Carolina
  • Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus
  • Malone Healthcare - Nursing and 2 others

UP TO $2,048/wk

Days
3x12
Posted Yesterday
 Verified
View job details for PCU RN
24 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PCU RN

  • Pocatello, Idaho
  • Portneuf Medical Center
  • AHS Staffing and 23 others

UP TO $2,047/wk

3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for RN - IMC
16 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

RN - IMC

  • Brighton, Colorado
  • Platte Valley Medical Center
  • Aequor Healthcare and 15 others

UP TO $2,041/wk

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 15 hours ago
 Verified
View job details for Progressive Care Unit Float RN
1 agency can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit Float RN

  • Columbus, Ohio
  • Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center
  • Host Healthcare

UP TO $2,039/wk

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 1 hour ago
View job details for Surgical PCU RN
2 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Surgical PCU RN

  • Roanoke, Virginia
  • Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
  • American Traveler and 1 other

UP TO $2,038/wk

Nights
3x12
Posted 1 hour ago
View job details for ICU RN
29 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

ICU RN

  • Twin Falls, Idaho
  • St. Luke's Magic Valley Medical Center
  • Triage Staffing and 28 others

UP TO $2,038/wk

Nights
3x12
Posted 2 hours ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU RN
11 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PCU RN

  • Florence, South Carolina
  • Carolinas Hospital System
  • Accurate Healthcare Staffing and 10 others

UP TO $2,028/wk

3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
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Travel DOU Nurse Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel DOU Nurse Salary

$2,096/week

The average salary for a DOU Nurse is $2,096 per week. This is 4% lower than the nursing US average of $2,185.

Last updated on August 8, 2026. Based on 51,049 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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