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View job details for Step Down RN
Travel Contract

Step Down RN

  • Atlanta, GA
  • Care Career
  • 4x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,686/week

Days
4x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 2 days ago
View job details for Med Tele PCU RN
Travel Contract

Med Tele PCU RN

  • Bismarck, ND
  • TNAA TotalMed RN
  • 4x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,686/week

Nights
4x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 7 days ago
View job details for Medical Telemetry/PCU RN
Travel Contract

Medical Telemetry/PCU RN

  • Bismarck, ND
  • TNAA TotalMed RN
  • 4x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,686/week

Nights
4x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
View job details for PCU RN
Travel Contract

PCU RN

  • Kansas City, MO
  • Focus Staff
  • 4x12 hrs, Days

$2,685/week

Days
4x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 day ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU RN
Travel Contract

PCU RN

  • Kansas City, MO
  • Focus Staff
  • 4x12 hrs, Nights

$2,685/week

Nights
4x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 day ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU RN
Travel Contract

PCU RN

  • Roanoke, VA
  • TNAA TotalMed RN
  • 4x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,684/week

Nights
4x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
View job details for Step Down RN
Travel Contract

Step Down RN

  • Dayton, OH
  • CrossMed
  • 4x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,684/week

Days
4x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 day ago
View job details for Progressive Care Unit RN
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit RN

  • Burlington, MA
  • GQR Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,682/week

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 7 days ago
View job details for Med Tele PCU RN
Travel Contract

Med Tele PCU RN

  • Bismarck, ND
  • Jackson Nurse Professionals
  • 4x12 hrs, Nights

$2,682/week

Nights
4x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 5 days ago
View job details for Medical Telemetry/PCU RN
Travel Contract

Medical Telemetry/PCU RN

  • Bismarck, ND
  • Jackson Nurse Professionals
  • 3x16 hrs, Nights

$2,682/week

Nights
3x16
Above Average Pay
View job details for Advanced Care RN
Travel Contract

Advanced Care RN

  • Peoria, IL
  • Prime Staffing
  • 3x12 hrs

$2,681/week

3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 2 days ago
View job details for Observation Unit Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Observation Unit Registered Nurse

  • Peoria, IL
  • Prime Staffing
  • 3x12 hrs

$2,681/week

3x12
Above Average Pay
View job details for PCU RN
Travel Contract

PCU RN

  • Lafayette, IN
  • GLC On-The-Go
  • 4x12 hrs

$2,681/week

4x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 day ago
 Verified
View job details for MSU/PCU RN
Travel Contract

MSU/PCU RN

  • Clarkston, WA
  • Premier Medical Staffing Services
  • 4x10 hrs, Days

$2,680/week

Days
4x10
Above Average Pay
Posted 2 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Stepdown Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Stepdown Registered Nurse

  • Rapid City, SD
  • Jackson Nurse Professionals
  • 4x12 hrs, Flexible

$2,680/week

Flexible
4x12
Above Average Pay
View job details for PCU RN
Travel Contract

PCU RN

  • Carbondale, IL
  • HCS 247
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,678/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 9 days ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU RN
Travel Contract

PCU RN

  • Carbondale, IL
  • HCS 247
  • 3x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,678/week

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 9 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Progressive Care Unit RN
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit RN

  • Rapid City, SD
  • GQR Healthcare
  • 4x12 hrs, Rotating

$2,676/week

Rotating
4x12
Above Average Pay
View job details for RN PCU
Travel Contract

RN PCU

  • Evansville, IN
  • Care Career
  • 4x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,676/week

Nights
4x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
View job details for PCU RN
Travel Contract

PCU RN

  • Kansas City, MO
  • Thrive Staffing
  • 4x12 hrs, Days

$2,675/week

Days
4x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 day ago
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Travel DOU Nurse Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel DOU Nurse Salary

$2,105/week

The average salary for a DOU Nurse is $2,105 per week. This is 4% lower than the nursing US average of $2,193.

Last updated on August 14, 2026. Based on 48,474 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 (359), American Traveler (322), and Host Healthcare (288).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Saturday, August 15th 2026, Vivian has 303 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $49 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $115 per hour.

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Saturday, August 15th 2026, Vivian has 355 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $52 per hour on average, and up to $76 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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