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View job details for PCU RN
Travel Contract

PCU RN

  • Plano, TX
  • Solomon Page
  • 3x8 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$1,050/week

Nights
3x8
Referral Bonus
 Verified
View job details for PCU RN
Travel Contract

PCU RN

  • Dallas, TX
  • Solomon Page
  • 3x8 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$1,034/week

Nights
3x8
Referral Bonus
 Verified
View job details for Progressive Care PCU RN
Travel Contract

Progressive Care PCU RN

  • Rockford, IL
  • Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.
  • 3x12 hrs

$1,008/week

3x12
Posted 2 days ago
View job details for Medical Cardiopulmonary Stepdown RN
Travel Contract

Medical Cardiopulmonary Stepdown RN

  • Sioux Falls, SD
  • PRN Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$699/week

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

IMC RN

  • Madison, WI
  • Olaro-Allied
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$648/week

Days
3x12
Posted 1 day ago
View job details for Float / Resource Pool RN - Stepdown Telemetry
Travel Contract

Float / Resource Pool RN - Stepdown Telemetry

  • Concord, NH
  • Thrive Staffing
  • 1x12 hrs, Days

$606/week

Days
1x12
Posted 10 days ago
View job details for Step-Down Unit Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Step-Down Unit Registered Nurse

  • Commerce Township, MI
  • GQR Healthcare
  • 1x12 hrs, Nights

$501/week

Nights
1x12
View job details for Inpatient Observation Unit RN
Travel Contract

Inpatient Observation Unit RN

  • Atlanta, GA
  • PRN Healthcare
  • 5x8 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$471/week

Nights
5x8
Referral Bonus
Posted 6 days ago
 Verified
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Travel DOU Nurse Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel DOU Nurse Salary

$2,120/week

The average salary for a DOU Nurse is $2,120 per week. This is 4% lower than the nursing US average of $2,199.

Last updated on September 22, 2026. Based on 64,857 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 Host Healthcare (486), Medical Solutions (446), and TotalMed RN (440).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Thursday, September 24th 2026, Vivian has 174 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $49 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 Thursday, September 24th 2026, Vivian has 648 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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