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 Observation Registered Nurse

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Observation Registered Nurse

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Oklahoma University Medical Center
Meda Health and 17 others

UP TO $2,448/wk

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PCU Registered Nurse

Omaha, Nebraska
CHI Health Immanuel
American Traveler and 6 others

UP TO $2,448/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for PCU RN (Stepdown)

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PCU RN (Stepdown)

Omaha, Nebraska
CHI Health Immanuel
Thrive Staffing and 17 others

UP TO $2,440/wk

Nights

3x12

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PCU Registered Nurse

Omaha, Nebraska
CHI Health Immanuel
American Traveler and 17 others

UP TO $2,440/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for PCU Registered Nurse

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PCU Registered Nurse

Concord, New Hampshire
Concord Hospital
Aequor Healthcare and 14 others

UP TO $2,439/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for IMU Step-Down RN

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IMU Step-Down RN

Bridgeport, West Virginia
United Hospital Center
Medical Solutions and 26 others

UP TO $2,431/wk

3x12

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View job details for Float RN - Med-Surg Telemetry & PCU

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Float RN - Med-Surg Telemetry & PCU

Woonsocket, Rhode Island
Landmark Medical Center
American Consultants and 8 others

UP TO $2,430/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for RN PCU Brain/Spine

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RN PCU Brain/Spine

Indianapolis, Indiana
Saint Vincent Indianapolis Hospital
Arrow Healthcare Staffing and 20 others

UP TO $2,419/wk

Nights

4x12

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View job details for Telemetry Intermediate Care RN

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Telemetry Intermediate Care RN

Galesburg, Illinois
OSF Saint Mary Medical Center
Aequor Healthcare and 7 others

UP TO $2,416/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for RN Step-Down

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RN Step-Down

Willoughby, Ohio
West Medical Center
TNAA TotalMed RN and 5 others

UP TO $2,410/wk

Days

5x8

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View job details for Float Pool RN – ICU, Step-Down, Telemetry

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Float Pool RN – ICU, Step-Down, Telemetry

Rockford, Illinois
Mercy Hospital and Trauma Center
Thrive Staffing and 27 others

UP TO $2,408/wk

3x12

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View job details for PCU Registered Nurse

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PCU Registered Nurse

Omaha, Nebraska
CHI Health Immanuel
Lucid Staffing Solutions

UP TO $2,394/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for RN PCU/Med Surg/Oncology

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RN PCU/Med Surg/Oncology

Omaha, Nebraska
CHI Health Creighton University Medical Center Bergan Mercy
Lucid Staffing Solutions and 3 others

UP TO $2,384/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Progressive Care Unit RN

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Progressive Care Unit RN

Lima, Ohio
Lima Memorial Hospital
Arrow Healthcare Staffing and 42 others

UP TO $2,376/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Telemetry Intermediate Care RN

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Telemetry Intermediate Care RN

Galesburg, Illinois
OSF Saint Mary Medical Center
TNAA TotalMed RN and 7 others

UP TO $2,369/wk

3x12

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View job details for IMC Registered Nurse

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IMC Registered Nurse

Salisbury, Maryland
Peninsula Regional Medical Center
TNAA TotalMed RN and 11 others

UP TO $2,368/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for RN Step-Down

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RN Step-Down

Nashville, Tennessee
Saint Thomas West Hospital
NuWest Travel Nursing and 20 others

UP TO $2,364/wk

Nights

4x12

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View job details for Registered Nurse, Step Down Unit

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Registered Nurse, Step Down Unit

Cleveland, Ohio
University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
GHR Healthcare and 4 others

UP TO $2,356/wk

3x12

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View job details for Registered Nurse - Step Down Unit

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Registered Nurse - Step Down Unit

Cleveland, Ohio
University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
NuWest Travel Nursing and 12 others

UP TO $2,356/wk

3x12

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View job details for Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse

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Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse

Greenville, North Carolina
ECU Health Medical Center
Medical Solutions and 13 others

UP TO $2,348/wk

Nights

3x12

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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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