How much do travel Travel DOU Nurse jobs pay?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Tuesday, June 23rd 2026, the average weekly salary for a Travel Definitive Observation Unit Nurse is $2,132, but can pay up to $4,061 per week.

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View job details for PCU/Med Surg/Oncology RN

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PCU/Med Surg/Oncology RN

Omaha, Nebraska
CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center Bergan Mercy
Medical Solutions and 24 others

UP TO $2,566/wk

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View job details for Surgical Oncology RN

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Surgical Oncology RN

Cleveland, Ohio
University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
NuWest Travel Nursing and 3 others

UP TO $2,561/wk

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View job details for Registered Nurse - Stepdown

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Registered Nurse - Stepdown

Rock Island, Illinois
UnityPoint Health Trinity - Rock Island
Lucid Staffing Solutions and 26 others

UP TO $2,539/wk

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View job details for PCU/Med Surg/Oncology RN

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PCU/Med Surg/Oncology RN

Omaha, Nebraska
CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center Bergan Mercy
Medical Solutions and 19 others

UP TO $2,530/wk

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View job details for CVU Stepdown RN

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CVU Stepdown RN

Omaha, Nebraska
CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center Bergan Mercy
American Traveler and 19 others

UP TO $2,530/wk

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PCU/Med Surg/Oncology RN

Omaha, Nebraska
CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center Bergan Mercy
Lucid Staffing Solutions and 19 others

UP TO $2,530/wk

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View job details for Med-Surg/Observation RN

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Med-Surg/Observation RN

Globe, Arizona
Cobre Valley Community Hospital
American Traveler and 33 others

UP TO $2,524/wk

Nights

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View job details for ICU Step-Down RN

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ICU Step-Down RN

Neptune, New Jersey
Jersey Shore University Medical Center
Medical Solutions and 11 others

UP TO $2,531/wk

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View job details for Neurology Registered Nurse

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Neurology Registered Nurse

Albany, New York
Albany Medical Center
Medical Solutions and 8 others

UP TO $2,520/wk

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View job details for Med Surg / PCU Telemetry Nurse

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Med Surg / PCU Telemetry Nurse

Newport, Vermont
North Country Hospital
Thrive Staffing and 25 others

UP TO $2,510/wk

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View job details for Progressive Care Unit RN

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Progressive Care Unit RN

Chapel Hill, North Carolina
UNC Medical Center
American Traveler and 10 others

UP TO $2,510/wk

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View job details for PCU/Med-Surg/Oncology Registered Nurse

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PCU/Med-Surg/Oncology Registered Nurse

Omaha, Nebraska
CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center Bergan Mercy
American Traveler and 10 others

UP TO $2,494/wk

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View job details for PCU Telemetry RN

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PCU Telemetry RN

Kearney, Nebraska
Kearney Regional Medical Center
Medical Solutions and 15 others

UP TO $2,488/wk

Nights

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View job details for PCU/Stepdown Registered Nurse

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PCU/Stepdown Registered Nurse

Rock Island, Illinois
UnityPoint Health Trinity - Rock Island
Lucid Staffing Solutions and 29 others

UP TO $2,487/wk

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View job details for Telemetry Stepdown RN

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Telemetry Stepdown RN

Galesburg, Illinois
OSF Saint Mary Medical Center
Medical Solutions and 19 others

UP TO $2,486/wk

Nights

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View job details for PCU RN – Med Surg/Oncology

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PCU RN – Med Surg/Oncology

Omaha, Nebraska
CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center Bergan Mercy
Lucid Staffing Solutions and 17 others

UP TO $2,476/wk

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View job details for RN - IMC (Med/Ortho)

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RN - IMC (Med/Ortho)

Golden, Colorado
Peaks Region - 12911 West 40th Avenue , Lutheran Hospital
American Traveler and 13 others

UP TO $2,471/wk

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View job details for RN Med Surg/Telemetry PCU

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RN Med Surg/Telemetry PCU

Sioux City, Iowa
UnityPoint Health - St. Lukes
Medical Solutions and 31 others

UP TO $2,470/wk

Days

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View job details for Telemetry Registered Nurse

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Telemetry Registered Nurse

Claremont, New Hampshire
Valley Regional Hospital
TNAA TotalMed RN and 6 others

UP TO $2,452/wk

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View job details for Progressive Care Unit (Stepdown) RN

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Progressive Care Unit (Stepdown) RN

Quincy, Illinois
Blessing Hospital
Medical Solutions and 20 others

UP TO $2,452/wk

Days

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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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