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View job details for Surgical Oncology PCU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Surgical Oncology PCU Registered Nurse

  • Columbus, OH
  • HPA Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs

$2,303/week

3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 6 days ago
View job details for PCU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

PCU Registered Nurse

  • Sierra Vista, AZ
  • TheraEX Staffing Services
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$2,232/week

Days
3x12
Above Average Pay
View job details for Step-Down Unit Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Step-Down Unit Registered Nurse

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • Assured Nursing
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,232/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
 Verified
View job details for RN Step-Down Unit
Travel Contract

RN Step-Down Unit

  • Baltimore, MD
  • Supplemental Health Care
  • 3x12 hrs, Days, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,232/week

Days
Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 4 days ago
View job details for Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit (PCU) Registered Nurse

  • Rapid City, SD
  • ADN Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,232/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 2 days ago
View job details for RN Med Surg GCU
Travel Contract

RN Med Surg GCU

  • Kearney, NE
  • MedPro Healthcare Staffing
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,231/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted Today
 Verified
View job details for Stepdown/Med-Surg Overflow RN
Travel Contract

Stepdown/Med-Surg Overflow RN

  • Memphis, TN
  • Care Career
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,231/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
View job details for Stepdown/Med-Surg Overflow RN
Travel Contract

Stepdown/Med-Surg Overflow RN

  • Memphis, TN
  • Wellspring Nurse Source
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,231/week

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
 Verified
View job details for Progressive Care Unit RN
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit RN

  • Grand Island, NE
  • Premier Medical Staffing Services
  • 3x12 hrs

$2,231/week

3x12
Above Average Pay
View job details for Cardiac and Thoracic Step-Down RN
Travel Contract

Cardiac and Thoracic Step-Down RN

  • Cleveland, OH
  • Epic Travel Staffing
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,230/week

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
 Verified
View job details for Intermediate Medical Care RN
Travel Contract

Intermediate Medical Care RN

  • Springfield, MA
  • GQR Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,230/week

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
View job details for PCU/Med Surg/Oncology Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

PCU/Med Surg/Oncology Registered Nurse

  • Omaha, NE
  • Medical Solutions
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,230/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 13 days ago
View job details for Step Down Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Step Down Registered Nurse

  • Oshkosh, WI
  • Access Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$2,229/week

Days
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 day ago
 Verified
View job details for RN Step-Down
Travel Contract

RN Step-Down

  • Brookfield, WI
  • Access Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,229/week

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 4 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Step-Down RN
Travel Contract

Step-Down RN

  • Milwaukee, WI
  • Access Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,229/week

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 4 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Step-Down RN
Travel Contract

Step-Down RN

  • Mequon, WI
  • Access Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,229/week

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 7 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Telemetry Step-Down RN
Travel Contract

Telemetry Step-Down RN

  • Norfolk, VA
  • Stability Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,229/week

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 2 days ago
View job details for ICU/PCU Float RN
Travel Contract

ICU/PCU Float RN

  • Roanoke, VA
  • Stability Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,229/week

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
 Verified
View job details for Step Down Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Step Down Registered Nurse

  • Saint Louis, MO
  • CrossMed
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,229/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
View job details for Oncology Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Oncology Registered Nurse

  • Kansas City, MO
  • Solomon Page
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,228/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 11 days ago
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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 (215), American Traveler (171), and Host Healthcare (145).

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 226 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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