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View job details for Registered Nurse - ICU/PCU
Travel Contract

Registered Nurse - ICU/PCU

  • Clarkston, WA
  • GHR Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs

$2,394/week

3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 7 days ago
View job details for RN - Med Surg/Telemetry/PCU
Travel Contract

RN - Med Surg/Telemetry/PCU

  • Claremont, NH
  • GHR Healthcare - Travel Division
  • 3x12 hrs

$854/week

3x12
View job details for RN - Med Surg/Telemetry/PCU
Travel Contract

RN - Med Surg/Telemetry/PCU

  • Claremont, NH
  • GHR Healthcare - Travel
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$854/week

Nights
3x12
 Verified
View job details for RN - Med Surg/Telemetry/PCU
Travel Contract

RN - Med Surg/Telemetry/PCU

  • Claremont, NH
  • GHR Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs

$854/week

3x12
View job details for Float RN – Med/Surg, PCU, ER
Travel Contract

Float RN – Med/Surg, PCU, ER

  • Claremont, NH
  • GHR Healthcare - Travel Division
  • 3x12 hrs

$781/week

3x12
View job details for Float RN – Med/Surg, PCU, ER
Travel Contract

Float RN – Med/Surg, PCU, ER

  • Claremont, NH
  • GHR Healthcare - Travel
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$781/week

Nights
3x12
 Verified
View job details for Float RN – Med/Surg, PCU, ER
Travel Contract

Float RN – Med/Surg, PCU, ER

  • Claremont, NH
  • GHR Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs

$781/week

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

Progressive Care Unit RN

  • Davenport, IA
  • GetMed Staffing, Inc.
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$707/week

Days
3x12
Posted 4 days ago
View job details for Progressive Care Unit RN
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit RN

  • Davenport, IA
  • Meda Health
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$635/week

Days
3x12
Posted 4 days ago
 Verified
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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Pediatric Cardiac Stepdown
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Travel Nurse RN - Pediatric Cardiac Stepdown

  • Rochester, NY
  • TalentBurst, Inc
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$5,774/week

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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - First Assist
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Travel Nurse RN - First Assist

  • Rochester, NY
  • Express Healthcare Staffing NY
  • 4x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$5,696/week

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Posted 1 day ago
View job details for Interim Labor & Delivery Nurse Manager
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Interim Labor & Delivery Nurse Manager

  • Des Moines, IA
  • Trinity Health FirstChoice
  • 5x8 hrs, Days

$5,050/week

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5x8
View job details for Registered Nurse First Assistant
Travel Contract

Registered Nurse First Assistant

  • Rochester, NY
  • Stability Healthcare
  • 4x12 hrs, Days

$4,906/week

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Travel DOU Nurse Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel DOU Nurse Salary

$2,077/week

The average salary for a DOU Nurse is $2,077 per week. This is 4% lower than the nursing US average of $2,160.

Last updated on June 22, 2026. Based on 40,185 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 (249), American Traveler (223), and Coast Medical Service (201).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Tuesday, June 23rd 2026, Vivian has 16 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $52 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 Tuesday, June 23rd 2026, Vivian has 338 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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