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Shift: 12 hours, days * Employment Type: Travel Observation Unit RN Job Location: Urbana, IL Profession: Registered Nurse Estimated Pay: $1941.84 Duration (weeks): 13 Specialty: Observation Unit ...

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How much do day shift rn observation unit jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 7, 2026, the average hourly pay for day shift rn observation unit in the United States is $45.97, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $38.22 and $50.48 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Day Shift Rn Observation Unit vs Day Shift Rn Emergency Room?

AspectDay Shift Rn Observation UnitDay Shift Rn Emergency Room
Work EnvironmentHospital observation units, focusing on short-term patient monitoringEmergency departments, handling urgent and critical cases
CertificationsRegistered Nurse (RN) license, possibly specialized in observation or telemetryRegistered Nurse (RN) license, often with emergency or trauma certifications
Patient Care FocusMonitoring patients for potential admission or discharge within a short stayProviding immediate care for acute, life-threatening conditions

The main difference between a Day Shift Rn Observation Unit nurse and a Day Shift Rn Emergency Room nurse lies in the work environment and patient acuity. Observation unit nurses focus on monitoring patients in a controlled setting for a short period, while ER nurses handle urgent, high-acuity cases requiring immediate intervention.

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Infographic showing various Day Shift Rn Observation Unit job openings in the United States as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 5% As Needed, 68% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 11% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $95,622 per year, or $46 per hour.
Travel Nurse RN - DOU - Direct Observation Unit - $2,276 per week

Travel Nurse RN - DOU - Direct Observation Unit - $2,276 per week

Travel Nurses Inc

Oklahoma City, OK

$2K/wk

Other

Medical, Life, Retirement

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

Travel Nurses, Inc. is seeking a travel nurse RN DOU - Direct Observation Unit for a travel nursing job in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

Job Description & Requirements
  • Specialty: DOU - Direct Observation Unit
  • Discipline: RN
  • Start Date: 06/06/2026
  • Duration: 13 weeks
  • 40 hours per week
  • Shift: 8 hours
  • Employment Type: Travel

Looking for a great Travel DOU - Direct Observation Unit Nursing Job in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma? Travel Nurses, Inc. posted this Travel Nursing Job that offers 40 hours a week for 13 weeks in Oklahoma City, Oklahoma.

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The details for this Travel DOU - Direct Observation Unit Nursing Job are:

  • Specialty: DOU - Direct Observation Unit
  • Job Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
  • Travel Nurse Salary: $2,276/week
  • Start Date: ASAP
  • Assignment Length: 13 weeks
  • Total Hours Per Week: 40 weekly
  • Shift Breakdown: 5x8 hrs
  • Shift: 8 hours

Travel Nurses, Inc. Job ID #325441. Pay package is based on 8 hour shifts and 40 hours per week (subject to confirmation) with tax-free stipend amount to be determined. Posted job title: RN Observation - FS

About Travel Nurses, Inc.

Travel Nurses, Inc. is a nurse-founded and operated healthcare staffing agency connecting nurses and allied health professionals with opportunities nationwide. Since 1988, we’ve grown from supporting operating room teams in the Mid-South to serving a wide range of specialties across the country.

At our core, we believe healthcare professionals are the foundation of care. That belief drives everything we do, from how we support our clinicians to how we build long-term relationships.

We are committed to making travel simple, transparent and rewarding. With clear pay packages, dedicated recruiter support and a focus on career mobility, our clinicians can move forward with confidence.

Wherever your career takes you, you’ll never go alone.

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Benefits
  • Weekly pay
  • 401k retirement plan
  • Life insurance