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View job details for Stroke Unit Step-Down RN
Travel Contract

Stroke Unit Step-Down RN

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

$1,835/week

Nights
3x12
Retention Bonus
Posted 4 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Med-Surg/Step-Down RN
Travel Contract

Med-Surg/Step-Down RN

  • Hilo, HI
  • Medical Solutions
  • 3x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$1,835/week

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
View job details for PCU/Stepdown Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

PCU/Stepdown Registered Nurse

  • Charleston, SC
  • Zack Group
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,834/week

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

PCU Registered Nurse

  • Melbourne, FL
  • American Traveler
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,833/week

Nights
3x12
Posted 8 days ago
View job details for PCU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

PCU Registered Nurse

  • Melbourne, FL
  • American Traveler
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$1,833/week

Days
3x12
Posted 12 days ago
View job details for ER Holding Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

ER Holding Registered Nurse

  • Columbus, OH
  • GHR Healthcare - PH Division
  • 3x12 hrs

$1,833/week

3x12
Posted 4 days ago
View job details for PCU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

PCU Registered Nurse

  • Wichita, KS
  • Ethos Medical Staffing
  • 3x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$1,833/week

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 2 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Observation Unit Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Observation Unit Registered Nurse

  • Hermitage, TN
  • PRIDE Health
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$1,833/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 5 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Progressive Care Unit RN
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit RN

  • Paris, TX
  • GLC On-The-Go
  • 3x12 hrs

$1,832/week

3x12
Posted 4 days ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU/MedSurg Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

PCU/MedSurg Registered Nurse

  • Bloomington, IN
  • PRN Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$1,832/week

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 10 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Travel Registered Nurse – Progressive Care Unit (IMC/PCU)
Travel Contract

Travel Registered Nurse – Progressive Care Unit (IMC/PCU)

  • Leonardtown, MD
  • Care Team Solutions
  • 3x12 hrs
  • Referral Bonus

$1,831/week

3x12
Referral Bonus
 Verified
View job details for Intermediate Care Registered Nurse (IMC)
Travel Contract

Intermediate Care Registered Nurse (IMC)

  • Leonardtown, MD
  • Care Team Solutions
  • 3x12 hrs
  • Referral Bonus

$1,831/week

3x12
Referral Bonus
 Verified
View job details for Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • ADN Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$1,831/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 6 days ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

PCU Registered Nurse

  • Smyrna, TN
  • GLC On-The-Go
  • 3x12 hrs

$1,831/week

3x12
Posted 4 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Cardiac Progressive Care Unit (Telemetry) RN
Travel Contract

Cardiac Progressive Care Unit (Telemetry) RN

  • Lafayette, IN
  • Medical Solutions
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$1,831/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 2 days ago
View job details for Progressive Care Unit RN
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit RN

  • Englewood, CO
  • American Traveler
  • 3x12 hrs, Evenings

$1,830/week

Evenings
3x12
Posted 8 days ago
View job details for Transplant/Stepdown PCU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Transplant/Stepdown PCU Registered Nurse

  • Denver, CO
  • American Traveler
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,830/week

Nights
3x12
Posted 12 days ago
View job details for Travel Telemetry RN – Surgical Transplant Stepdown
Travel Contract

Travel Telemetry RN – Surgical Transplant Stepdown

  • Denver, CO
  • American Traveler
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,830/week

Nights
3x12
Posted 12 days ago
View job details for Progressive Care Unit RN – ER Holding
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit RN – ER Holding

  • Savannah, GA
  • CrossMed
  • 3x12 hrs
  • Referral Bonus

$1,830/week

3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 4 days ago
View job details for Progressive Care Unit (Stepdown) Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit (Stepdown) Registered Nurse

  • Savannah, GA
  • CrossMed
  • 3x12 hrs
  • Referral Bonus

$1,830/week

3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 4 days ago
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Travel DOU Nurse Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel DOU Nurse Salary

$2,072/week

The average salary for a DOU Nurse is $2,072 per week. This is 4% lower than the nursing US average of $2,152.

Last updated on December 27, 2025. Based on 38,756 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 (233), American Traveler (207), and Triage Staffing (206).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Sunday, December 28th 2025, Vivian has 14 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $49 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 Sunday, December 28th 2025, Vivian has 181 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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