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View job details for Stepdown ICU Registered Nurse (Telemetry)
Travel Contract

Stepdown ICU Registered Nurse (Telemetry)

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

$1,575/week

Nights
3x12
 Verified
View job details for Transplant PCU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Transplant PCU Registered Nurse

  • Charleston, SC
  • Medical Solutions
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$1,575/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 11 days ago
View job details for Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse

  • Nashville, TN
  • GetMed Staffing, Inc.
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,574/week

Nights
3x12
Posted 4 days ago
View job details for Registered Nurse – Observation Unit (MS/Telemetry)
Travel Contract

Registered Nurse – Observation Unit (MS/Telemetry)

  • Vero Beach, FL
  • Go Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,573/week

Nights
3x12
View job details for Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse

  • Vero Beach, FL
  • MedPro Healthcare Staffing
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$1,573/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
 Verified
View job details for Telemetry Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Telemetry Registered Nurse

  • Wichita, KS
  • Nightingale Nurses
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,573/week

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

Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse

  • Weatherford, TX
  • Focus Staff
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,573/week

Nights
3x12
 Verified
View job details for Travel Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit
Travel Contract

Travel Registered Nurse, Progressive Care Unit

  • Nashville, TN
  • Host Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$1,571/week

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 5 days ago
View job details for Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse

  • Hermitage, TN
  • Host Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$1,571/week

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 7 days ago
View job details for Progressive Care Unit (PCU) RN – Cardiac
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit (PCU) RN – Cardiac

  • Nashville, TN
  • Host Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$1,571/week

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 13 days ago
View job details for Trauma Stepdown (PCU) Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Trauma Stepdown (PCU) Registered Nurse

  • Denton, TX
  • Focus Staff
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$1,570/week

Days
3x12
Posted 12 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse

  • Weatherford, TX
  • Medical Solutions
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$1,570/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
View job details for Progressive Care Trauma Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Trauma Registered Nurse

  • Alexandria, LA
  • Medical Solutions
  • 3x12 hrs, Days, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$1,569/week

Days
Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
View job details for Surgical Observation Unit Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Surgical Observation Unit Registered Nurse

  • Charleston, SC
  • Stability Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,569/week

Nights
3x12
Posted 11 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Travel Registered Nurse – 23-Hour Observation Unit
Travel Contract

Travel Registered Nurse – 23-Hour Observation Unit

  • North Charleston, SC
  • Stability Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,569/week

Nights
3x12
Posted 11 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Registered Nurse – 23-Hour Observation Unit
Travel Contract

Registered Nurse – 23-Hour Observation Unit

  • Charleston, SC
  • Magnet Medical
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$1,569/week

Days
3x12
Posted 7 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
  • Magnet Medical
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,569/week

Nights
3x12
Posted 7 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Surgical Short-Stay Observation RN
Travel Contract

Surgical Short-Stay Observation RN

  • Charleston, SC
  • Magnet Medical
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,569/week

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

Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse

  • Franklin, NC
  • Nightingale Nurses
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,568/week

Nights
3x12
 Verified
View job details for Travel RN – Progressive Care Unit
Travel Contract

Travel RN – Progressive Care Unit

  • Brevard, NC
  • Nightingale Nurses
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,568/week

Nights
3x12
 Verified
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Travel DOU Nurse Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel DOU Nurse Salary

$2,084/week

The average salary for a DOU Nurse is $2,084 per week. This is 4% lower than the nursing US average of $2,163.

Last updated on December 15, 2025. Based on 54,060 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 (218), Triage Staffing (181), and Host Healthcare (178).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Tuesday, December 16th 2025, Vivian has 21 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $57 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 Tuesday, December 16th 2025, Vivian has 5 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $54 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 Tuesday, December 16th 2025, Vivian has 158 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $51 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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