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View job details for Stepdown / MedSurg RN
26 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Stepdown / MedSurg RN

  • Morgantown, West Virginia
  • Ruby Memorial Hospital
  • Aequor Healthcare and 25 others

UP TO $2,637/wk

Days
Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU RN
29 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PCU RN

  • Rochester, New York
  • Rochester General Hospital
  • Voca Healthcare and 28 others

UP TO $2,636/wk

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for Intermediate Care RN
8 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Intermediate Care RN

  • Springfield, Massachusetts
  • Baystate Medical Center
  • American Traveler and 7 others

UP TO $2,632/wk

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 21 hours ago
 Verified
View job details for Intermediate Care Unit RN
15 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Intermediate Care Unit RN

  • Utica, New York
  • MVHS Inc
  • Coast Medical Service and 14 others

UP TO $2,626/wk

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted Yesterday
 Verified
View job details for Progressive Care RN
14 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Progressive Care RN

  • South Weymouth, Massachusetts
  • South Shore Hospital
  • Solomon Page and 13 others

UP TO $2,618/wk

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 5 hours ago
 Verified
View job details for IMC/Stepdown RN
21 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

IMC/Stepdown RN

  • Minocqua, Wisconsin
  • Marshfield Medical Center - Minocqua
  • Voca Healthcare and 20 others

UP TO $2,637/wk

3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for Stepdown / MedSurg RN
15 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Stepdown / MedSurg RN

  • Morgantown, West Virginia
  • Ruby Memorial Hospital
  • Host Healthcare and 14 others

UP TO $2,617/wk

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for Cardiovascular Stepdown RN
36 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Cardiovascular Stepdown RN

  • Petoskey, Michigan
  • McLaren Northern Michigan
  • Fastaff Travel Nursing and 35 others

UP TO $2,610/wk

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 21 hours ago
 Verified
View job details for Stepdown RN
27 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Stepdown RN

  • Peoria, Illinois
  • OSF Saint Francis Medical Center
  • Host Healthcare and 26 others

UP TO $3,018/wk

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for ED Observation RN
25 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

ED Observation RN

  • Salem, Massachusetts
  • NSMC Salem Hospital
  • Care Team Solutions and 24 others

UP TO $2,599/wk

Days
5x8
Above Average Pay
Posted 2 hours ago
 Verified
View job details for Med Surg/PCU/Tele RN
23 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Med Surg/PCU/Tele RN

  • Marshfield, Wisconsin
  • Marshfield Medical Center
  • Reliable Nurse Staffing and 22 others

UP TO $2,706/wk

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for Step Down RN
23 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Step Down RN

  • Amarillo, Texas
  • BSA Hospital
  • Voca Healthcare and 22 others

UP TO $2,593/wk

Days
4x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for Step Down RN
26 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Step Down RN

  • Amarillo, Texas
  • BSA Hospital
  • Voca Healthcare and 25 others

UP TO $2,593/wk

Nights
4x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for Intermediate Care RN
10 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Intermediate Care RN

  • Springfield, Massachusetts
  • Baystate Medical Center
  • American Traveler and 9 others

UP TO $2,591/wk

Days
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for Telemetry RN
23 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Telemetry RN

  • Claremont, New Hampshire
  • Valley Regional Hospital
  • Lucid Staffing Solutions and 22 others

UP TO $2,588/wk

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 11 hours ago
 Verified
View job details for Medical Cardiopulmonary Stepdown RN
9 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Medical Cardiopulmonary Stepdown RN

  • Sioux Falls, South Dakota
  • Sanford USD Medical Center Sioux Falls
  • Host Healthcare and 8 others

UP TO $2,666/wk

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

Medical Step-Down RN

  • Cleveland, Ohio
  • MetroHealth Medical Center
  • Host Healthcare and 30 others

UP TO $2,577/wk

Days
Nights
Flexible
3x12
Posted 3 hours ago
 Verified
View job details for Cardiac Stepdown RN
4 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

Cardiac Stepdown RN

  • Saint Louis, Missouri
  • Mercy Hospital Saint Louis
  • Medical Solutions and 3 others

UP TO $2,574/wk

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

Neuro Stepdown RN

  • Morgantown, West Virginia
  • Ruby Memorial Hospital
  • Host Healthcare and 29 others

UP TO $2,670/wk

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 hour ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU RN
25 agencies can help you get this contract
Travel Contract

PCU RN

  • Eureka, California
  • Saint Joseph Hospital
  • Voca Healthcare and 24 others

UP TO $2,570/wk

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 3 hours ago
 Verified
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Travel DOU Nurse Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel DOU Nurse Salary

$2,115/week

The average salary for a DOU Nurse is $2,115 per week. This is 4% lower than the nursing US average of $2,195.

Last updated on September 20, 2026. Based on 59,323 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 American Traveler (417), TotalMed RN (412), and Care Career (342).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Monday, September 21st 2026, Vivian has 132 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $50 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 Monday, September 21st 2026, Vivian has 571 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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