How much do travel Travel DOU Nurse jobs pay?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Saturday, November 7th 2026, the average weekly salary for a Travel Definitive Observation Unit Nurse is $2,233, but can pay up to $4,409 per week.

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View job details for Cardiac PCU RN

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Cardiac PCU RN

Cape Coral, Florida
Cape Coral Hospital
GetMed Staffing, Inc. and 10 others

UP TO $2,363/wk

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View job details for PCU Float RN

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Travel Contract

PCU Float RN

Fort Myers, Florida
HealthPark Medical Center
Access Healthcare and 13 others

UP TO $2,239/wk

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View job details for PCU RN

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PCU RN

Clyde, North Carolina
Haywood Regional Medical Center
PRN Healthcare and 26 others

UP TO $2,724/wk

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View job details for Stepdown RN Float

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Travel Contract

Stepdown RN Float

Prescott, Arizona
Yavapai Regional Medical Center-West Campus
Voca Healthcare and 20 others

UP TO $2,237/wk

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3x12

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View job details for Med Surg / Telemetry RN

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Med Surg / Telemetry RN

Prescott, Arizona
Yavapai Regional Medical Center-West Campus
TRS Healthcare and 20 others

UP TO $2,237/wk

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PCU Float RN

Prescott, Arizona
Yavapai Regional Medical Center-West Campus
PRN Healthcare and 20 others

UP TO $2,237/wk

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PCU RN

Charlottesville, Virginia
University of Virginia Medical Center
Access Healthcare and 21 others

UP TO $2,234/wk

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View job details for Med Surg RN

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Travel Contract

Med Surg RN

Zanesville, Ohio
Genesis Hospital
TRS Healthcare and 33 others

UP TO $2,232/wk

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Med Surg Telemetry RN

Zanesville, Ohio
Genesis Hospital
TRS Healthcare and 31 others

UP TO $2,232/wk

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3x12

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View job details for PCU Float RN

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PCU Float RN

Salem, Oregon
Salem Hospital
Access Healthcare and 13 others

UP TO $2,232/wk

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View job details for PCU RN

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Travel Contract

PCU RN

Greenville, North Carolina
ECU Health Medical Center
FlexCare Nursing

UP TO $2,229/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Med Surg Telemetry RN

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Travel Contract

Med Surg Telemetry RN

Prescott Valley, Arizona
Yavapai Regional Medical Center-East Campus
PRN Healthcare and 22 others

UP TO $2,277/wk

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3x12

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View job details for Stepdown RN

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Stepdown RN

Tucson, Arizona
Tucson Medical Center
TotalMed RN and 8 others

UP TO $2,225/wk

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3x12

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View job details for Telemetry RN

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Telemetry RN

Prescott, Arizona
Yavapai Regional Medical Center-West Campus
TRS Healthcare and 23 others

UP TO $2,259/wk

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3x12

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View job details for MS/Tele/PCU Float Pool RN

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MS/Tele/PCU Float Pool RN

Prescott, Arizona
Yavapai Regional Medical Center-West Campus
Lucid Staffing Solutions and 21 others

UP TO $2,223/wk

Nights

3x12

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MS/Tele/PCU Float Pool RN

Prescott, Arizona
Yavapai Regional Medical Center-West Campus
Voca Healthcare and 18 others

UP TO $2,223/wk

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3x12

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View job details for PCU RN

3 agencies can help you get this contract

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PCU RN

Fort Myers, Florida
Gulf Coast Medical Center
MedPro Healthcare Staffing and 2 others

UP TO $2,221/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Progressive Care Unit RN

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Progressive Care Unit RN

Fort Myers, Florida
Gulf Coast Medical Center
MedPro Healthcare Staffing and 4 others

UP TO $2,221/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Neuro PCU RN

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Travel Contract

Neuro PCU RN

Hickory, North Carolina
Frye Regional Medical Center
PRN Healthcare and 30 others

UP TO $2,359/wk

Days

3x12

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View job details for PCU RN

18 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

PCU RN

Kansas City, Missouri
Research Medical Center
AHS Staffing and 17 others

UP TO $2,458/wk

Nights

3x12

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Travel DOU Nurse Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel DOU Nurse Salary

$2,180/week

The average salary for a DOU Nurse is $2,180 per week. This is 4% lower than the nursing US average of $2,260.

Last updated on November 6, 2026. Based on 75,682 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 TotalMed RN (725), AHS Staffing (648), and MedPro Healthcare Staffing (639).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Saturday, November 7th 2026, Vivian has 274 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $49 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $180 per hour.

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Saturday, November 7th 2026, Vivian has 764 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $53 per hour on average, and up to $81 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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