How much do travel Travel DOU Nurse jobs pay?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Tuesday, December 23rd 2025, the average weekly salary for a Travel Definitive Observation Unit Nurse is $2,079, but can pay up to $3,466 per week.

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PCU/MedSurg Telemetry Registered Nurse

Bloomington, Indiana
Indiana University Health Bloomington Hospital
Arrow Healthcare Staffing and 19 others

$1,763-2,838/week

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Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse

Lafayette, Indiana
Indiana University Health Arnett
Aequor Healthcare and 11 others

$1,770-2,820/week

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View job details for Travel Registered Nurse – Progressive Care Unit

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Travel Registered Nurse – Progressive Care Unit

Johnson City, Tennessee
Johnson City Medical Center
CrossMed and 16 others

$1,859-2,820/week

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View job details for Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse

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Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse

Albuquerque, New Mexico
Lovelace Medical Center
CrossMed and 5 others

$1,690-2,796/week

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View job details for Step-Down RN

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Step-Down RN

Clarksville, Tennessee
Tennova Healthcare Clarksville
Medical Solutions and 29 others

$1,670-2,765/week

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View job details for ICU/Progressive Care Registered Nurse

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ICU/Progressive Care Registered Nurse

Greenbrae, California
Marin General Hospital
Catalytic Solutions and 3 others

$2,389-2,755/week

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View job details for Cardiac Stepdown RN

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Cardiac Stepdown RN

Cleveland, Ohio
The Cleveland Clinic
Arrow Healthcare Staffing and 20 others

$2,232-2,753/week

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View job details for Neuro Stepdown Registered Nurse

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Neuro Stepdown Registered Nurse

Cleveland, Ohio
The Cleveland Clinic
Medical Solutions and 34 others

$2,181-2,753/week

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View job details for Progressive Care Unit RN

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Progressive Care Unit RN

Detroit, Michigan
Henry Ford Hospital
Arrow Healthcare Staffing and 23 others

$1,727-2,752/week

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View job details for Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse

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Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse

Cleveland, Ohio
The Cleveland Clinic
Magnet Medical and 1 other

$2,351-2,750/week

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Cardiac Stepdown Registered Nurse

Cleveland, Ohio
The Cleveland Clinic
Stability Healthcare and 13 others

$2,181-2,750/week

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View job details for Travel RN - Cardiac Stepdown

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Travel RN - Cardiac Stepdown

Cleveland, Ohio
The Cleveland Clinic
GHR Healthcare and 2 others

$2,520-2,750/week

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View job details for Progressive Care Unit RN

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Progressive Care Unit RN

Albuquerque, New Mexico
Presbyterian Health Services Inc - Presbyterian Hospital
Coast Medical Service and 6 others

$2,414-2,646/week

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View job details for Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse

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Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse

Albuquerque, New Mexico
Presbyterian Health Services Inc - Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital
TRS Healthcare and 11 others

$2,279-2,646/week

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Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse

Albuquerque, New Mexico
Presbyterian Health Services Inc - Presbyterian Kaseman Hospital
TRS Healthcare and 10 others

$2,136-2,646/week

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View job details for Step-Down Telemetry RN

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Step-Down Telemetry RN

South Bend, Indiana
Memorial Hospital
Prime Staffing and 11 others

$1,875-2,625/week

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Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse

Tulsa, Oklahoma
Saint John Medical Center
Ethos Medical Staffing and 1 other

$1,944-2,595/week

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View job details for Progressive Care Unit RN

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Progressive Care Unit RN

Albuquerque, New Mexico
Lovelace Medical Center
PRIDE Health and 1 other

$2,138-2,592/week

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View job details for Cardiac Step-Down RN, Progressive Care Unit

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Cardiac Step-Down RN, Progressive Care Unit

Albany, Georgia
Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
Medical Solutions and 21 others

$1,852-2,582/week

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View job details for Progressive Care Unit RN

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Progressive Care Unit RN

Wichita, Kansas
Via Christi Hospital Saint Francis
Stability Healthcare and 8 others

$1,687-2,572/week

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Travel DOU Nurse Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel DOU Nurse Salary

$2,092/week

The average salary for a DOU Nurse is $2,092 per week. This is 4% lower than the nursing US average of $2,168.

Last updated on December 21, 2025. Based on 46,516 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 (227), American Traveler (213), and CrossMed (191).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Tuesday, December 23rd 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 Tuesday, December 23rd 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 Tuesday, December 23rd 2025, Vivian has 156 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $50 per hour on average, and up to $68 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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