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

Med/Telemetry PCU RN

  • Bismarck, North Dakota
  • CHI Saint Alexius Health
  • Lucid Staffing Solutions and 20 others

UP TO $2,344/wk

Days
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 57 minutes ago
 Verified
View job details for Step-Down RN
7 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Step-Down RN

  • Milwaukee, Wisconsin
  • Columbia Saint Mary's Hospital Milwaukee
  • NuWest Travel Nursing and 6 others

UP TO $2,341/wk

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 57 minutes ago
 Verified
View job details for Medical/Surgical RN – Telemetry/SDU
12 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Medical/Surgical RN – Telemetry/SDU

  • Cleveland, Ohio
  • University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
  • NuWest Travel Nursing and 11 others

UP TO $2,341/wk

3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 57 minutes ago
 Verified
View job details for RN Step Down
13 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

RN Step Down

  • Cleveland, Ohio
  • University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
  • TNAA TotalMed RN and 12 others

UP TO $2,341/wk

3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for RN Post-Procedure Medical/Telemetry Step-Down
31 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

RN Post-Procedure Medical/Telemetry Step-Down

  • Cleveland, Ohio
  • MetroHealth Medical Center
  • ARMStaffing and 30 others

UP TO $2,339/wk

Days
Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 57 minutes ago
 Verified
View job details for RN Step Down
12 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

RN Step Down

  • Golden, Colorado
  • Peaks Region - 12911 West 40th Avenue , Lutheran Hospital
  • American Traveler and 11 others

UP TO $2,338/wk

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 57 minutes ago
 Verified
View job details for RN Med/Surg & Step-Down
8 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

RN Med/Surg & Step-Down

  • Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
  • Oklahoma University Medical Center
  • American Traveler and 7 others

UP TO $2,368/wk

Days
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 57 minutes ago
 Verified
View job details for RN Med/Surg Step-Down
15 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

RN Med/Surg Step-Down

  • Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
  • Oklahoma University Medical Center
  • Meda Health and 14 others

UP TO $2,335/wk

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 57 minutes ago
 Verified
View job details for Flex Pool RN - Med-Surg / Step Down
24 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Flex Pool RN - Med-Surg / Step Down

  • Hilo, Hawaii
  • Hilo Medical Center
  • American Traveler and 23 others

UP TO $2,332/wk

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 57 minutes ago
 Verified
View job details for Med/Surg & Step-Down RN
12 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Med/Surg & Step-Down RN

  • Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
  • Oklahoma University Medical Center
  • Meda Health and 11 others

UP TO $2,368/wk

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 57 minutes ago
 Verified
View job details for Observation Unit RN
5 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Observation Unit RN

  • Milwaukee, Wisconsin
  • Froedtert & Medical College of Wisconsin
  • LRS Healthcare - Travel Nursing and 4 others

UP TO $2,371/wk

3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 57 minutes ago
 Verified
View job details for ICU Registered Nurse
38 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

  • Manchester, New Hampshire
  • Catholic Medical Center
  • Medical Solutions and 37 others

UP TO $2,322/wk

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 10 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Medical-Surgical RN (Stepdown/PCU)
4 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Medical-Surgical RN (Stepdown/PCU)

  • Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
  • Oklahoma University Medical Center
  • Medical Solutions and 3 others

UP TO $2,317/wk

Days
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 57 minutes ago
 Verified
View job details for Med/Surg Stepdown RN
3 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Med/Surg Stepdown RN

  • Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
  • Oklahoma University Medical Center
  • TRS Healthcare and 2 others

UP TO $2,317/wk

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 57 minutes ago
 Verified
View job details for Progressive Care Unit RN
9 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit RN

  • Davenport, Iowa
  • Genesis Medical Center East, Davenport
  • Meda Health and 8 others

UP TO $2,313/wk

3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for RN - Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU)
24 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

RN - Intermediate Care Unit (IMCU)

  • La Porte, Indiana
  • Northwest Health
  • HealthTrust Workforce Solutions CHS and 23 others

UP TO $2,313/wk

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

ED Observation RN

  • Salem, Massachusetts
  • NSMC Salem Hospital
  • Focus Staff and 3 others

UP TO $2,311/wk

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for ICU/PCU Registered Nurse
27 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

ICU/PCU Registered Nurse

  • Prescott Valley, Arizona
  • Yavapai Regional Medical Center-East Campus
  • Medical Solutions and 26 others

UP TO $2,302/wk

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 57 minutes ago
 Verified
View job details for Telemetry Intermediate Care Registered Nurse
7 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Telemetry Intermediate Care Registered Nurse

  • Galesburg, Illinois
  • OSF Saint Mary Medical Center
  • GQR Healthcare and 6 others

UP TO $2,294/wk

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 57 minutes ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU RN
20 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PCU RN

  • Great Falls, Montana
  • Great Falls Clinic Hospital
  • GQR Healthcare and 19 others

UP TO $2,280/wk

Days
5x8
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 57 minutes ago
 Verified
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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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