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View job details for Med Surg / Telemetry RN
19 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Med Surg / Telemetry RN

  • Rock Island, Illinois
  • UnityPoint Health Trinity - Rock Island
  • TravSource and 18 others

UP TO $2,718/wk

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 19 hours ago
 Verified
View job details for Neurology Registered Nurse
14 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Neurology Registered Nurse

  • Albany, New York
  • Albany Medical Center
  • Coast Medical Service and 13 others

UP TO $2,714/wk

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 4 days ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU / Med Surg Tele RN
39 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PCU / Med Surg Tele RN

  • Newport, Vermont
  • North Country Hospital
  • Access Healthcare and 38 others

UP TO $2,706/wk

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 52 minutes ago
 Verified
View job details for IMC RN
11 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

IMC RN

  • Madison, Wisconsin
  • University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics
  • Trailblazer Staffing Solutions and 10 others

UP TO $2,700/wk

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

RN PCU

  • Evansville, Indiana
  • INEVA Ascension St. Vincent Evansville
  • Daisy Medical Staffing and 4 others

UP TO $2,696/wk

Nights
4x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 9 days ago
View job details for PCU RN
21 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PCU RN

  • Marquette, Michigan
  • UP Health System Marquette
  • American Traveler and 20 others

UP TO $2,691/wk

3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
 Verified
View job details for Cardiac Stepdown RN
22 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Cardiac Stepdown RN

  • Marquette, Michigan
  • UP Health System Marquette
  • Treva Workforce and 21 others

UP TO $2,691/wk

3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
 Verified
View job details for IMC RN
27 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

IMC RN

  • Marquette, Michigan
  • UP Health System Marquette
  • American Traveler and 26 others

UP TO $2,691/wk

3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
 Verified
View job details for Cardiac Stepdown / Telemetry RN
18 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Cardiac Stepdown / Telemetry RN

  • Marquette, Michigan
  • UP Health System Marquette
  • American Traveler and 17 others

UP TO $2,691/wk

3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
 Verified
View job details for PCU Registered Nurse – Neuro
27 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PCU Registered Nurse – Neuro

  • Lancaster, South Carolina
  • Lancaster Medical Center
  • American Traveler and 26 others

UP TO $2,677/wk

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

RN Intermediate Care Float

  • Springfield, Massachusetts
  • Baystate Medical Center
  • Coast Medical Service and 7 others

UP TO $2,668/wk

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 19 hours ago
 Verified
View job details for Med Surg/PCU/Tele RN Neuro Trauma
26 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Med Surg/PCU/Tele RN Neuro Trauma

  • Marshfield, Wisconsin
  • Marshfield Medical Center
  • American Traveler and 25 others

UP TO $2,663/wk

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 52 minutes ago
 Verified
View job details for Med Surg/Telemetry RN
22 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Med Surg/Telemetry RN

  • Marshfield, Wisconsin
  • Marshfield Medical Center
  • Medical Solutions and 21 others

UP TO $2,663/wk

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 52 minutes ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU / Med-Surg Telemetry RN
1 agency can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PCU / Med-Surg Telemetry RN

  • Milwaukee, Wisconsin
  • Columbia Saint Mary's Hospital Milwaukee
  • ADN Healthcare

UP TO $2,654/wk

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 19 hours ago
 Verified
View job details for IMC RN
23 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

IMC RN

  • Marquette, Michigan
  • UP Health System Marquette
  • American Traveler and 22 others

UP TO $2,652/wk

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 4 days ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU RN
30 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PCU RN

  • Des Moines, Iowa
  • Iowa Methodist Medical Center
  • Access Healthcare and 29 others

UP TO $2,647/wk

Days
5x8
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for Oncology Step-Down RN
2 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Oncology Step-Down RN

  • Cleveland, Ohio
  • University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
  • Medical Solutions and 1 other

UP TO $2,646/wk

3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 19 hours ago
View job details for Med Surg / Telemetry RN
24 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Med Surg / Telemetry RN

  • Rock Island, Illinois
  • UnityPoint Health Trinity - Rock Island
  • Care Team Solutions and 23 others

UP TO $2,645/wk

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 19 hours ago
 Verified
View job details for RN Intermediate Care
11 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

RN Intermediate Care

  • Springfield, Massachusetts
  • Baystate Medical Center
  • Coast Medical Service and 10 others

UP TO $2,639/wk

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 52 minutes ago
 Verified
View job details for Step Down RN
1 agency can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Step Down RN

  • Roanoke, Virginia
  • Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital
  • Meda Health

UP TO $2,625/wk

Days
4x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 5 hours ago
 Verified
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Travel DOU Nurse Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel DOU Nurse Salary

$2,099/week

The average salary for a DOU Nurse is $2,099 per week. This is 4% lower than the nursing US average of $2,189.

Last updated on August 6, 2026. Based on 47,162 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 (363), American Traveler (285), and Host Healthcare (273).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Friday, August 7th 2026, Vivian has 362 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 Friday, August 7th 2026, Vivian has 394 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $50 per hour on average, and up to $73 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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