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View job details for Stepdown Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Stepdown Registered Nurse

  • Tulsa, OK
  • TravSource
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$1,854/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 9 days ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

PCU Registered Nurse

  • Roanoke, VA
  • Nightingale Nurses
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$1,853/week

Days
3x12
Posted 10 days ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

PCU Registered Nurse

  • Roanoke, VA
  • Nightingale Nurses
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,853/week

Nights
3x12
 Verified
View job details for PCU Registered Nurse (Pulmonary/GI)
Travel Contract

PCU Registered Nurse (Pulmonary/GI)

  • Roanoke, VA
  • Nightingale Nurses
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,853/week

Nights
3x12
 Verified
View job details for Registered Nurse - Cardiac IMC
Travel Contract

Registered Nurse - Cardiac IMC

  • Tyler, TX
  • PRIDE Health
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$1,849/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 4 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Progressive Care Unit RN
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit RN

  • Winston Salem, NC
  • GHR Healthcare - Travel
  • 3x12 hrs

$1,843/week

3x12
Posted 1 day ago
 Verified
View job details for ICU Stepdown Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

ICU Stepdown Registered Nurse

  • Winston Salem, NC
  • GHR Healthcare - Travel
  • 3x12 hrs

$1,843/week

3x12
Posted 1 day ago
 Verified
View job details for Stepdown Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Stepdown Registered Nurse

  • Tulsa, OK
  • Premier Medical Staffing Services
  • 3x12 hrs

$1,841/week

3x12
Posted 9 days ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU/IMC/Stepdown RN
Travel Contract

PCU/IMC/Stepdown RN

  • Leonardtown, MD
  • Care Team Solutions
  • 3x12 hrs
  • Referral Bonus

$1,831/week

3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 2 days ago
 Verified
View job details for IMC/PCU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

IMC/PCU Registered Nurse

  • Leonardtown, MD
  • Care Team Solutions
  • 3x12 hrs
  • Referral Bonus

$1,831/week

3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 10 days ago
 Verified
View job details for IMC/PCU RN
Travel Contract

IMC/PCU RN

  • Leonardtown, MD
  • Care Team Solutions
  • 3x12 hrs
  • Referral Bonus

$1,831/week

3x12
Referral Bonus
 Verified
View job details for Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • Nightingale Nurses
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$1,809/week

Days
3x12
Posted 11 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Step-Down/Progressive Care RN
Travel Contract

Step-Down/Progressive Care RN

  • Anderson, IN
  • Premier Medical Staffing Services
  • 3x12 hrs

$1,794/week

3x12
 Verified
View job details for Progressive Care Unit RN
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit RN

  • Indianapolis, IN
  • Premier Medical Staffing Services
  • 3x12 hrs

$1,794/week

3x12
 Verified
View job details for IMC Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

IMC Registered Nurse

  • Albuquerque, NM
  • Nightingale Nurses
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,774/week

Nights
3x12
 Verified
View job details for Step Down RN - Cardiac Progressive Unit
Travel Contract

Step Down RN - Cardiac Progressive Unit

  • Thomasville, GA
  • GHR Healthcare - Travel
  • 3x12 hrs

$1,764/week

3x12
Posted 5 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Med-Surg/Telemetry Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Med-Surg/Telemetry Registered Nurse

  • Wilmington, NC
  • Nightingale Nurses
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,763/week

Nights
3x12
Posted 2 days ago
 Verified
View job details for ICU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

  • Odessa, TX
  • Nightingale Nurses
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$1,750/week

Days
3x12
Posted 4 days ago
 Verified
View job details for ICU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

  • Odessa, TX
  • Nightingale Nurses
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,750/week

Nights
3x12
Posted 4 days ago
 Verified
View job details for LTAC ICU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

LTAC ICU Registered Nurse

  • Odessa, TX
  • Nightingale Nurses
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$1,750/week

Nights
3x12
 Verified
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Travel DOU Nurse Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel DOU Nurse Salary

$2,080/week

The average salary for a DOU Nurse is $2,080 per week. This is 4% lower than the nursing US average of $2,161.

Last updated on May 9, 2026. Based on 35,780 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 (211), American Traveler (170), and Host Healthcare (143).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Sunday, May 10th 2026, Vivian has 13 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $48 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $82 per hour.

Does Vivian have any per diem Nursing jobs?

As of Sunday, May 10th 2026, Vivian has 1 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $51 per hour on average and up to $51 per hour for the highest-paying role.

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Sunday, May 10th 2026, Vivian has 224 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $50 per hour on average, and up to $66 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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