How much do travel Travel DOU Nurse jobs pay?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Tuesday, June 23rd 2026, the average weekly salary for a Travel Definitive Observation Unit Nurse is $2,132, but can pay up to $4,061 per week.

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PCU Registered Nurse

Greenville, North Carolina
ECU Health Medical Center
Aequor Healthcare and 3 others

UP TO $2,268/wk

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View job details for Flex Pool RN - Med Surg/Step Down

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Flex Pool RN - Med Surg/Step Down

Hilo, Hawaii
Hilo Medical Center
American Traveler and 20 others

UP TO $2,262/wk

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View job details for Med Surg Observation Unit RN

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Med Surg Observation Unit RN

Albany, Georgia
Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital
American Traveler and 28 others

UP TO $2,256/wk

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View job details for Progressive Care Unit RN

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Progressive Care Unit RN

Englewood, Colorado
HCA HealthONE Swedish CO
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions HCA and 26 others

UP TO $2,243/wk

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View job details for Med/Surg & Step Down RN

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Med/Surg & Step Down RN

Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
Oklahoma University Medical Center
Meda Health and 6 others

UP TO $2,238/wk

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View job details for PCU Registered Nurse

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PCU Registered Nurse

Denver, Colorado
HCA HealthONE Swedish CO
NuWest Travel Nursing and 29 others

UP TO $2,234/wk

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View job details for Step Down RN

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Step Down RN

Cleveland, Ohio
University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
TNAA TotalMed RN and 4 others

UP TO $2,230/wk

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Step Down RN

Cleveland, Ohio
University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
TNAA TotalMed RN and 2 others

UP TO $2,230/wk

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View job details for RN PCU/Telemetry

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RN PCU/Telemetry

Akron, Ohio
Summa Akron City Hospital
Arrow Healthcare Staffing and 12 others

UP TO $2,218/wk

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View job details for Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse

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Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse

Bowling Green, Kentucky
TriStar Greenview Regional Hospital
Medical Solutions and 35 others

UP TO $2,218/wk

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View job details for Registered Nurse - Med/Surg Telemetry

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Registered Nurse - Med/Surg Telemetry

Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Temple University Hospital
Aequor Healthcare and 7 others

UP TO $2,350/wk

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PCU Registered Nurse

Asheville, North Carolina
Mission Hospital - Memorial Campus
HealthTrust Workforce Solutions HCA and 32 others

UP TO $2,192/wk

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View job details for Critical Care RN

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Critical Care RN

Cleveland, Ohio
Lake Tripoint Medical Center
NuWest Travel Nursing and 11 others

UP TO $2,189/wk

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View job details for RN Step-Down Unit

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RN Step-Down Unit

Cleveland, Ohio
University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center
NuWest Travel Nursing and 13 others

UP TO $2,189/wk

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View job details for Step-Down RN

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Step-Down RN

Woodway, Texas
Ascension Providence Hospital
Lucid Staffing Solutions and 15 others

UP TO $2,182/wk

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Step-Down RN

Woodway, Texas
Ascension Providence Hospital
GQR Healthcare and 12 others

UP TO $2,182/wk

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Step-Down Registered Nurse

Woodway, Texas
Ascension Providence Hospital
TNAA TotalMed RN and 10 others

UP TO $2,182/wk

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View job details for Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse

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Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse

Wichita, Kansas
KSWIC Ascension Via Christi Hospitals Wichita
Jackson Nurse Professionals

UP TO $2,157/wk

Days

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View job details for RN – Step Down

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RN – Step Down

Atlanta, Georgia
Emory University Hospital
American Traveler and 5 others

UP TO $2,143/wk

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Step Down RN

Atlanta, Georgia
Emory University Hospital
Medical Solutions and 6 others

UP TO $2,143/wk

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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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