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View job details for MS/Tele Float RN
9 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

MS/Tele Float RN

  • Wilmington, North Carolina
  • New Hanover Regional Medical Center
  • TRS Healthcare and 8 others

UP TO $2,835/wk

Nights
4x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 2 hours ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU Float RN
5 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PCU Float RN

  • Salem, Oregon
  • Salem Hospital
  • PRN Healthcare and 4 others

UP TO $2,830/wk

Days
4x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for Progressive Care RN
15 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Progressive Care RN

  • Atlanta, Georgia
  • Grady Memorial Hospital
  • MedPro Healthcare Staffing and 14 others

UP TO $2,828/wk

Days
4x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 20 hours ago
 Verified
View job details for Step Down RN
11 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Step Down RN

  • Saint Joseph, Missouri
  • Mosaic Life Care
  • Medical Solutions and 10 others

UP TO $2,827/wk

Days
4x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 2 hours ago
 Verified
View job details for Step Down Unit Registered Nurse
8 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Step Down Unit Registered Nurse

  • Evansville, Indiana
  • Deaconess Hospital
  • FlexCare Nursing and 7 others

UP TO $2,824/wk

Nights
4x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 20 hours ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU RN
6 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PCU RN

  • Johnson City, Tennessee
  • Johnson City Medical Center
  • Access Healthcare and 5 others

UP TO $2,821/wk

Days
4x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for Step Down ICU RN
24 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Step Down ICU RN

  • Saint Louis, Missouri
  • Mercy Hospital Saint Louis
  • MedPro Healthcare Staffing and 23 others

UP TO $2,800/wk

Nights
4x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 4 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Intermediate Care Unit RN
14 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Intermediate Care Unit RN

  • Reno, Nevada
  • Renown Regional Medical Center
  • Host Healthcare and 13 others

UP TO $2,790/wk

Days
5x8
Above Average Pay
Posted 3 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Neurology Stepdown RN
14 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Neurology Stepdown RN

  • Reno, Nevada
  • Renown Regional Medical Center
  • Host Healthcare and 13 others

UP TO $2,790/wk

Evenings
5x8
Above Average Pay
Posted 4 days ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU Float RN
19 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PCU Float RN

  • Wichita Falls, Texas
  • United Regional Health Care System
  • Reliable Nurse Staffing and 18 others

UP TO $2,858/wk

Nights
4x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 2 hours ago
 Verified
View job details for ED RN
3 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

ED RN

  • Brooklyn, New York
  • Interfaith Medical Center
  • Meda Health and 2 others

UP TO $2,775/wk

Rotating
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 5 hours ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU Float RN
18 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PCU Float RN

  • Wichita Falls, Texas
  • United Regional Health Care System
  • Aequor Healthcare and 17 others

UP TO $2,772/wk

Days
4x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for Inpatient Observation Unit RN
17 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Inpatient Observation Unit RN

  • Atlanta, Georgia
  • Grady Memorial Hospital
  • Medical Solutions and 16 others

UP TO $2,759/wk

Days
4x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 20 hours ago
 Verified
View job details for SCU RN
20 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

SCU RN

  • Damariscotta, Maine
  • LincolnHealth - Miles Campus
  • Aequor Healthcare and 19 others

UP TO $2,758/wk

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 4 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Neuro Stepdown / IMC RN
7 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Neuro Stepdown / IMC RN

  • Charlotte, North Carolina
  • Novant Health Presbyterian Medical Center
  • Trailblazer Staffing Solutions and 6 others

UP TO $2,756/wk

Nights
4x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 2 hours ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU RN
30 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PCU RN

  • Albuquerque, New Mexico
  • Lovelace Medical Center
  • Reliable Nurse Staffing and 29 others

UP TO $2,747/wk

Nights
4x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for Step Down Unit Registered Nurse
3 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Step Down Unit Registered Nurse

  • Evansville, Indiana
  • Deaconess Hospital
  • FlexCare Nursing and 2 others

UP TO $2,746/wk

Nights
4x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 20 hours ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU Float RN
17 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PCU Float RN

  • Wichita Falls, Texas
  • United Regional Health Care System
  • Reliable Nurse Staffing and 16 others

UP TO $2,743/wk

Nights
4x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for Intermediate Care RN
15 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Intermediate Care RN

  • Springfield, Massachusetts
  • Baystate Medical Center
  • Patterns Hiring and 14 others

UP TO $2,736/wk

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 2 hours ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU RN
21 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PCU RN

  • Columbus, Ohio
  • Ohio State University Comprehensive Cancer Center - Arthur G. James Cancer Hospital
  • Voca Healthcare and 20 others

UP TO $2,735/wk

Rotating
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 2 hours ago
 Verified
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Travel DOU Nurse Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel DOU Nurse Salary

$2,115/week

The average salary for a DOU Nurse is $2,115 per week. This is 4% lower than the nursing US average of $2,195.

Last updated on September 20, 2026. Based on 59,323 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 American Traveler (417), TotalMed RN (412), and Care Career (342).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Monday, September 21st 2026, Vivian has 132 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $50 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 Monday, September 21st 2026, Vivian has 571 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $51 per hour on average, and up to $105 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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