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 $2,235, but can pay up to $4,409 per week.

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Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit RN

Asheville, North Carolina
Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus
Host Healthcare and 1 other

UP TO $1,873/wk

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PCU Travel RN

Anniston, Alabama
Baptist Health Calhoun Hospital
MedPro Healthcare Staffing and 2 others

UP TO $1,980/wk

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Burn ICU RN

Nashville, Tennessee
TriStar Skyline Medical Center
PRN Healthcare and 26 others

UP TO $1,871/wk

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PCU RN

Nashville, Tennessee
TriStar Skyline Medical Center
Lucid Staffing Solutions and 23 others

UP TO $1,871/wk

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PCU Registered Nurse

Athens, Georgia
Piedmont Athens Regional
PRN Healthcare and 5 others

UP TO $1,865/wk

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RN PCU

Plano, Texas
Medical City Plano
Lucid Staffing Solutions and 29 others

UP TO $1,860/wk

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Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit RN

Asheville, North Carolina
Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus
Focus Staff

UP TO $1,859/wk

Days

3x12

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PCU RN

Asheville, North Carolina
Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus
Focus Staff

UP TO $1,857/wk

Nights

3x12

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PCU RN

McKinney, Texas
Medical City McKinney
PRN Healthcare and 27 others

UP TO $1,852/wk

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PCU RN

McKinney, Texas
Medical City McKinney
PRN Healthcare and 28 others

UP TO $1,852/wk

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Travel Contract

PCU RN

McKinney, Texas
Medical City McKinney
Lucid Staffing Solutions and 29 others

UP TO $1,852/wk

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RN Step Down Float

Baltimore, Maryland
2230-MD St Agnes Healthcare
MedPro Healthcare Staffing and 1 other

UP TO $1,987/wk

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PCU RN

Round Rock, Texas
Saint David's Round Rock Medical Center
Lucid Staffing Solutions and 25 others

UP TO $1,848/wk

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Travel Contract

PCU RN

Irving, Texas
Medical City Las Colinas
Lucid Staffing Solutions and 27 others

UP TO $1,846/wk

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View job details for Trauma Stepdown RN

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Trauma Stepdown RN

Denton, Texas
Medical City Denton
TalentBurst, Inc and 9 others

UP TO $2,619/wk

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Travel Contract

PCU RN

Lone Tree, Colorado
Sky Ridge Medical Center
TotalMed RN and 6 others

UP TO $1,843/wk

Nights

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Travel Contract

PCU RN

Melbourne, Florida
Health First Holmes Regional Medical Center
TRS Healthcare and 2 others

UP TO $1,840/wk

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PCU RN

Brevard, North Carolina
Transylvania Regional Hospital
Lucid Staffing Solutions and 18 others

UP TO $1,830/wk

Nights

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PCU RN

Lewisville, Texas
Medical City Lewisville
Lucid Staffing Solutions and 23 others

UP TO $1,826/wk

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PCU RN

Denton, Texas
Medical City Denton
Lucid Staffing Solutions and 19 others

UP TO $1,826/wk

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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 (726), AHS Staffing (671), and MedPro Healthcare Staffing (635).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Saturday, November 7th 2026, Vivian has 244 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $48 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 Saturday, November 7th 2026, Vivian has 768 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $54 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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