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

CVICU Step-Down Registered Nurse

  • Urbana, IL
  • Prime Staffing
  • 3x12 hrs

$2,394/week

3x12
Above Average Pay
View job details for Med-Surg Telemetry Step-Down RN
Travel Contract

Med-Surg Telemetry Step-Down RN

  • Nashua, NH
  • Prime Staffing
  • 3x12 hrs

$2,394/week

3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 7 days ago
View job details for Travel RN – Progressive Care Unit
Travel Contract

Travel RN – Progressive Care Unit

  • Brevard, NC
  • GHR Healthcare - PH Division
  • 3x12 hrs

$1,714/week

3x12
Posted 1 day ago
 Verified
View job details for Travel Telemetry RN – Surgical Transplant Stepdown
Travel Contract

Travel Telemetry RN – Surgical Transplant Stepdown

  • Denver, CO
  • GHR Healthcare - PH Division
  • 3x12 hrs

$1,714/week

3x12
Posted 1 day ago
 Verified
View job details for Stepdown ICU Telemetry RN
Travel Contract

Stepdown ICU Telemetry RN

  • Orangeburg, SC
  • GHR Healthcare - PH Division
  • 3x12 hrs

$1,714/week

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

Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse

  • Lone Tree, CO
  • GHR Healthcare - PH Division
  • 3x12 hrs

$1,714/week

3x12
Posted Today
 Verified
View job details for Travel Telemetry RN – Surgical Transplant Stepdown
Travel Contract

Travel Telemetry RN – Surgical Transplant Stepdown

  • Denver, CO
  • GHR Healthcare - PH Division
  • 3x12 hrs

$1,714/week

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

Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse

  • Hermitage, TN
  • Stability Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,713/week

Nights
3x12
Posted 1 day ago
 Verified
View job details for Travel RN – Progressive Care Unit
Travel Contract

Travel RN – Progressive Care Unit

  • Brevard, NC
  • Ethos Medical Staffing
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$1,713/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 4 days ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

PCU Registered Nurse

  • Bowling Green, KY
  • Medical Solutions
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$1,712/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 1 day ago
View job details for Progressive Care Unit (PCU) RN
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit (PCU) RN

  • Cumming, GA
  • Premier Medical Staffing Services
  • 3x12 hrs

$1,711/week

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

Observation Unit Registered Nurse

  • Hermitage, TN
  • Stability Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,710/week

Nights
3x12
Posted 1 day ago
 Verified
View job details for Step-Down Unit RN
Travel Contract

Step-Down Unit RN

  • Birmingham, AL
  • Care Career
  • 3x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$1,710/week

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 1 day ago
View job details for Step-Down Unit RN
Travel Contract

Step-Down Unit RN

  • Birmingham, AL
  • Care Career
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$1,710/week

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

PCU/Stepdown Registered Nurse

  • Charleston, SC
  • HonorVet Technologies
  • 3x12 hrs
  • Referral Bonus

$1,710/week

3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 1 day ago
 Verified
View job details for Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • Medical Solutions
  • 3x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$1,710/week

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 11 days ago
View job details for Travel RN – Intermediate Care (Telemetry & ICU Float)
Travel Contract

Travel RN – Intermediate Care (Telemetry & ICU Float)

  • Clinton, MD
  • American Medical Staffing
  • 3x12 hrs, Rotating

$1,710/week

Rotating
3x12
View job details for PCU/Stepdown Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

PCU/Stepdown Registered Nurse

  • Charleston, SC
  • Focus Staff
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,709/week

Nights
3x12
Posted 7 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Stroke Unit Step-Down RN
Travel Contract

Stroke Unit Step-Down RN

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

$1,709/week

Nights
3x12
Posted 1 day ago
 Verified
View job details for IMCU Stepdown Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

IMCU Stepdown Registered Nurse

  • Thomasville, GA
  • PRN Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$1,709/week

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
 Verified
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Travel DOU Nurse Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel DOU Nurse Salary

$2,086/week

The average salary for a DOU Nurse is $2,086 per week. This is 4% lower than the nursing US average of $2,162.

Last updated on December 23, 2025. Based on 50,428 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), American Traveler (214), and GHR Healthcare - PH Division (192).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Wednesday, December 24th 2025, Vivian has 20 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $56 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $82 per hour.

Does Vivian have any per diem Nursing jobs?

As of Wednesday, December 24th 2025, Vivian has 4 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $53 per hour on average and up to $66 per hour for the highest-paying role.

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Wednesday, December 24th 2025, Vivian has 146 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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