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Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs in Louisville for STs

Find Top ST Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs in Louisville, Kentucky

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top OR travel nurse jobs in and around Louisville, Kentucky. We currently offer 2 of the best available nurse travel jobs in the Louisville area. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. We make it easy for you to compare Louisville’s OR nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

As of Nov 1, 2024, the average Operating Room travel nurse working in Louisville and surrounding areas earned about $1,541 weekly. Today you can find OR jobs with a salary range between $1,437 to $1,642 per week. The Louisville OR travel nursing market can include hospital facilities in Louisville proper like Norton Suburban with more facilities in nearby areas like Shepherdsville, La Grange and Shelbyville to name a few.

If you have a specific start date in mind, we have a variety of options for OR travel jobs in Louisville. The earliest start date in Louisville is Jan 26, 2025 for a Surgical Technologist – Operating Room role at $1,642 per week. The latest start date for an OR job in Louisville is Jan 26, 2025 for a Surgical Technologist – Operating Room role at $1,583 per week. You can also find other possibilities by sorting on “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a(n) Operating Room travel nurse job in Louisville including 13 weeks.

Louisville is a great location for OR travel nurses to come live, work and play! And what is a travel nurse looking for if not a great work/life balance in a fun city? Search for jobs below or apply now and our AMN Healthcare team will help get you started!

Search Top Paying Operating Room Jobs in or near Louisville

We have 2 Operating Room jobs in Louisville, KY and 2 Operating Room jobs in Kentucky, and 158 total Nationwide. If you’re not finding what you’re looking for immediately, sign up for the AMN Passport App today and we’ll connect you directly with a recruiter.

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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Louisville, Kentucky – 40207
  • 8 D,
  • January 26, 2025
  • 13
$1,490 to $1,642
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN or surg Tech to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Louisville, Kentucky – 40207
  • 12 D,
  • January 26, 2025
  • 13
$1,437 to $1,583
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN or surg Tech to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Jeffersonville, Indiana – 47130
    Distance from Louisville: 2 miles
  • 10 D,
  • January 26, 2025
  • 13
$1,499 to $1,652
Weekly Pay*
ability/willingness to act as scrub tech Float requirements: possible float to outpatient surgery and/or Scott Memorial Hospital Scrubs: provided by facility About the unit: 8 OR rooms and 1 cysto room Specialties: orthopedics, general surgery, spine, GYN, vascular and urology
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Madison, Indiana – 47250
    Distance from Louisville: 39 miles
  • 12 D,
  • January 12, 2025
  • 13
$1,464 to $1,613
Weekly Pay*
Unit Name/Type: Surgery – Operating Room Number of Beds/Cases 7 operating rooms Number of births per month: 30 Age groups of patients served: Pediatric, Adolescent, Adults and Geriatrics Top Diagnosis/Procedures: Ortho joint replacements (hip, knee, shoulder), spine, cesarean section, hysterectomy, general exploratory lap, cholecystectomy
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Olney, Illinois – 62450
    Distance from Louisville: 130 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • December 30, 2024
  • 11
$1,652 to $1,820
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right person to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Clarksville, Tennessee – 37040
    Distance from Louisville: 148 miles
  • 12 D,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 13
$1,181 to $1,301
Weekly Pay*
Surgical technologists prepare the operating room, including the sterile field, setting up surgical equipment, supplies and solutions. During surgery, surgical technologists pass instruments, fluids and supplies to the surgeon and prepare and manage surgical equipment. Surgical technologists simultaneously manage the sterile field and specimens. Surgical technologists perform a count of sponges and supplies to prevent foreign retained objects. Surgical technologists are certified following successful completion of a CAAHEP-accredited program or other programmatically-accredited surgical technology program and the national Certified Surgical Technologist (CST) examination administered by the National Board of Surgical Technology and Surgical Assisting.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Urbana, Illinois – 61801
    Distance from Louisville: 183 miles
  • 10 D,
  • January 3, 2025
  • 12
$1,952 to $2,151
Weekly Pay*
Magnet Recognized
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Urbana, Illinois – 61801
    Distance from Louisville: 183 miles
  • 12 D,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 12
$1,617 to $1,782
Weekly Pay*
-The Surgical Technician functions as an integral part of the perioperative team as the first, second or assisting Surgical Technician under the supervision of the Registered Nurse in delivering safe and effective care to the patient during the intraoperative period. Essential Functions: -Applies the principles of asepsis in a knowledgeable manner to maintain a sterile environment. -Demonstrates competency in select technical and psychomotor skills, judgment and appropriate knowledge base. -Provides age specific care to obstetrical patients in accordance with the established policies and procedures of the department. -Assists in organization and coordination of supplies and equipment to maintain an efficient and cost effective department. -Maintains a safe environment for patients, co-workers and self. Demonstrates awareness of and adherence to safety and legal requirements established at the hospital and unit level and established policies and procedures. -Charges for equipment and supplies. -Participates in room turnover and set-up. -Maintains and cleans equipment and identifies items needing repair per policy. -Effectively performs sterilization, disinfection and document loads per policy.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Urbana, Illinois – 61801
    Distance from Louisville: 183 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$1,617 to $1,782
Weekly Pay*
-The Surgical Technician functions as an integral part of the perioperative team as the first, second or assisting Surgical Technician under the supervision of the Registered Nurse in delivering safe and effective care to the patient during the intraoperative period. Essential Functions: -Applies the principles of asepsis in a knowledgeable manner to maintain a sterile environment. -Demonstrates competency in select technical and psychomotor skills, judgment and appropriate knowledge base. -Provides age specific care to obstetrical patients in accordance with the established policies and procedures of the department. -Assists in organization and coordination of supplies and equipment to maintain an efficient and cost effective department. -Maintains a safe environment for patients, co-workers and self. Demonstrates awareness of and adherence to safety and legal requirements established at the hospital and unit level and established policies and procedures. -Charges for equipment and supplies. -Participates in room turnover and set-up. -Maintains and cleans equipment and identifies items needing repair per policy. -Effectively performs sterilization, disinfection and document loads per policy.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Carbondale, Illinois – 62901
    Distance from Louisville: 192 miles
  • 12 D,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 13
$1,705 to $1,879
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right tech to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Fort Wayne, Indiana – 46804
    Distance from Louisville: 202 miles
  • 10 E,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 13
$1,258 to $1,386
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right person to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Decatur, Illinois – 62521
    Distance from Louisville: 203 miles
  • 10 D,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$1,669 to $1,840
Weekly Pay*
Founded in 1878 by three Hospital Sisters of St. Francis, HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital is an all-private room health care facility that combines modern technology with the caring spirit of the original founders. HSHS St. Mary’s is situated on a 21-acre campus overlooking Lake Decatur and offers a broad spectrum of comprehensive health services, including the latest diagnostic equipment, interventional cardiology, surgical and medical intervention, emergency medical care, outpatient radiation therapy, pain management and a sleep center. HSHS St. Mary’s also offers a variety of community education and wellness programs. HSHS St. Mary’s Hospital’s approach to health care combines the compassion and human touch of more than a century of caring with the modern technologies available today.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Zanesville, Ohio – 43701
    Distance from Louisville: 232 miles
  • 12 D, 12 E, 12 N,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 16
$1,621 to $1,787
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Operating unit, based in exciting Zanesville is looking for the right Technologist to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
    Distance from Louisville: 255 miles
  • 10 D,
  • January 27, 2025
  • 13
$1,420 to $1,564
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its team. 700+ bed Level 2 Trauma center. Known for its thriving arts community and natural beauty, the city of Asheville is located in western North Carolina along the Blue Mountains
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
    Distance from Louisville: 255 miles
  • 10 D,
  • January 27, 2025
  • 13
$1,420 to $1,564
Weekly Pay*
32 bed Ortho unit. 1:5 staffing on days, 1:6 on nights. 700+ bed Level 2 Trauma center. Known for its thriving arts community and natural beauty, the city of Asheville is located in western North Carolina along the Blue Mountains
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Asheville, North Carolina – 28801
    Distance from Louisville: 255 miles
  • 12 N,
  • January 19, 2025
  • 13
$1,314 to $1,448
Weekly Pay*
Featuring advanced technology in addition to compassionate care, this esteemed Operating Room (OR) unit is looking to welcome a new member to its team. 700+ bed Level 2 Trauma center. Known for its thriving arts community and natural beauty, the city of Asheville is located in western North Carolina along the Blue Mountains
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Marshall, Michigan – 49068
    Distance from Louisville: 281 miles
  • 12 D,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 13
$1,330 to $1,466
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Operating unit, based in exciting Marshall is looking for the right Technologist to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Elyria, Ohio – 44035
    Distance from Louisville: 290 miles
  • 8 D,
  • January 27, 2025
  • 53
$1,588 to $1,750
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Hickory, North Carolina – 28601
    Distance from Louisville: 300 miles
  • 10 D,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$1,216 to $1,340
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Operating unit is looking for the right Technologist to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Roswell, Georgia – 30076
    Distance from Louisville: 303 miles
  • 10 D,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$1,502 to $1,655
Weekly Pay*
The Surgical Technologist Certified functions under the direction of the registered professional nurse. Assists the health care team in providing safe, age appropriate and culturally aware patient care. He/she has knowledge, skill and ability to perform duties within the context of moderate to high acuity surgical cases (with an expectation on occasion to work above this level as cases require) as defined by the scope of anatomy, equipment and instrumentation of the case and anticipates the needs of the surgeon and other members of the healthcare team. Exhibits an acquisition of additional surgical skills for progressively more difficult cases. Demonstrates an efficient, organized surgical plan for assigned cases. Takes initiative to discuss surgical plan with other members of the healthcare team. Able to troubleshoot instruments and equipment. Anticipates any additional supplies or equipment required for procedures. Ability to mentor, precept or train in various modalities. Participates in performance improvement initiatives. Duties include, but are not limited to, preparation of the operative suite and surgical field to ensure a safe patient care environment while being vigilant for the maintenance of the sterile field and other patient safety concerns. In addition, they will gather required instruments, supplies and serve as surgical assistant as needed. (not to be confused with a certified surgical first assistant). Other duties as assigned including but not limited to assisting with inventory, ordering and stocking ORs and additional perioperative areas as assigned. Also, ensure that the unit is compliant with Joint Commission standards at all times. Call or late coverage may be required related to the facility in which the ST is working.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Roswell, Georgia – 30076
    Distance from Louisville: 303 miles
  • 8 D,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$1,502 to $1,655
Weekly Pay*
The Surgical Technologist Certified functions under the direction of the registered professional nurse. Assists the health care team in providing safe, age appropriate and culturally aware patient care. He/she has knowledge, skill and ability to perform duties within the context of moderate to high acuity surgical cases (with an expectation on occasion to work above this level as cases require) as defined by the scope of anatomy, equipment and instrumentation of the case and anticipates the needs of the surgeon and other members of the healthcare team. Exhibits an acquisition of additional surgical skills for progressively more difficult cases. Demonstrates an efficient, organized surgical plan for assigned cases. Takes initiative to discuss surgical plan with other members of the healthcare team. Able to troubleshoot instruments and equipment. Anticipates any additional supplies or equipment required for procedures. Ability to mentor, precept or train in various modalities. Participates in performance improvement initiatives. Duties include, but are not limited to, preparation of the operative suite and surgical field to ensure a safe patient care environment while being vigilant for the maintenance of the sterile field and other patient safety concerns. In addition, they will gather required instruments, supplies and serve as surgical assistant as needed. (not to be confused with a certified surgical first assistant). Other duties as assigned including but not limited to assisting with inventory, ordering and stocking ORs and additional perioperative areas as assigned. Also, ensure that the unit is compliant with Joint Commission standards at all times. Call or late coverage may be required related to the facility in which the ST is working.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Roswell, Georgia – 30076
    Distance from Louisville: 303 miles
  • 10 D,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$1,502 to $1,655
Weekly Pay*
The Surgical Technologist Certified functions under the direction of the registered professional nurse. Assists the health care team in providing safe, age appropriate and culturally aware patient care. He/she has knowledge, skill and ability to perform duties within the context of moderate to high acuity surgical cases (with an expectation on occasion to work above this level as cases require) as defined by the scope of anatomy, equipment and instrumentation of the case and anticipates the needs of the surgeon and other members of the healthcare team. Exhibits an acquisition of additional surgical skills for progressively more difficult cases. Demonstrates an efficient, organized surgical plan for assigned cases. Takes initiative to discuss surgical plan with other members of the healthcare team. Able to troubleshoot instruments and equipment. Anticipates any additional supplies or equipment required for procedures. Ability to mentor, precept or train in various modalities. Participates in performance improvement initiatives. Duties include, but are not limited to, preparation of the operative suite and surgical field to ensure a safe patient care environment while being vigilant for the maintenance of the sterile field and other patient safety concerns. In addition, they will gather required instruments, supplies and serve as surgical assistant as needed. (not to be confused with a certified surgical first assistant). Other duties as assigned including but not limited to assisting with inventory, ordering and stocking ORs and additional perioperative areas as assigned. Also, ensure that the unit is compliant with Joint Commission standards at all times. Call or late coverage may be required related to the facility in which the ST is working.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Roswell, Georgia – 30076
    Distance from Louisville: 303 miles
  • 8 D,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$1,502 to $1,655
Weekly Pay*
The Surgical Technologist Certified functions under the direction of the registered professional nurse. Assists the health care team in providing safe, age appropriate and culturally aware patient care. He/she has knowledge, skill and ability to perform duties within the context of moderate to high acuity surgical cases (with an expectation on occasion to work above this level as cases require) as defined by the scope of anatomy, equipment and instrumentation of the case and anticipates the needs of the surgeon and other members of the healthcare team. Exhibits an acquisition of additional surgical skills for progressively more difficult cases. Demonstrates an efficient, organized surgical plan for assigned cases. Takes initiative to discuss surgical plan with other members of the healthcare team. Able to troubleshoot instruments and equipment. Anticipates any additional supplies or equipment required for procedures. Ability to mentor, precept or train in various modalities. Participates in performance improvement initiatives. Duties include, but are not limited to, preparation of the operative suite and surgical field to ensure a safe patient care environment while being vigilant for the maintenance of the sterile field and other patient safety concerns. In addition, they will gather required instruments, supplies and serve as surgical assistant as needed. (not to be confused with a certified surgical first assistant). Other duties as assigned including but not limited to assisting with inventory, ordering and stocking ORs and additional perioperative areas as assigned. Also, ensure that the unit is compliant with Joint Commission standards at all times. Call or late coverage may be required related to the facility in which the ST is working.
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Surgical Technologist – Operating Room
  • Braselton, Georgia – 30517
    Distance from Louisville: 307 miles
  • 10 D,
  • January 28, 2025
  • 13
$1,552 to $1,711
Weekly Pay*
Common Diagnosis/Treatment: General;Neuro/Spine;Ortho;OB/GYN;Plastics;Urology;Podiatry, Vascular, Robotics; Nurse to Patient Ratio: # of Beds: Charting: EPIC Scrub Color: Ceil Blue ; Areas of Float Support: Gainesville or Barrow OR Special Procedures:
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Statistics on OR ST Jobs in Louisville, Kentucky

Here are some helpful statistics about OR traveling nurse jobs in & near Louisville. The data is based on the last three complete months of OR job postings in the Louisville and nearby areas. It is updated regularly, so you can find the most recent Operating Room job salary trends, the types of shifts, and contract durations most commonly available in Louisville and more. Find out more about travel nursing salaries.

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FAQs About Travel OR Nursing Jobs for STs in Louisville, KY

What are the top paying Operating Room jobs currently available in or near Louisville?

What types of shifts are most common for OR travel jobs in Louisville?

Based on the last 6 months of travel nurse jobs data, 12 Hour Day shifts were the most common in Louisville and surrounding areas.

How many Operating Room travel nursing jobs are available in Louisville?

There are currently 2 Operating Room travel nursing jobs available in Louisville. We also get new nursing specialties jobs daily, so be sure to apply now and a recruiter will help you find the perfect fit as jobs become available.

How much does a day shift Operating Room nurse make on average in Louisville and nearby cities?

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Operating Room nurse in Louisville can make an average of $1,549 per week based on recent job availability.

How much does a night shift Operating Room nurse make on average in Louisville and nearby cities?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Operating Room nurse in Louisville can make an average of $1,473 per week based on recent job availability data.

What hospitals and healthcare facilities have Operating Room staff in or near Louisville?

  • University of Kentucky Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation in Lexington-Fayette (67.7 miles from Louisville)
  • Signify – Kentucky in Frankfort (48.5 miles from Louisville)
  • UK Family and Community Medicine – Georgetown in Georgetown
  • University of Kentucky Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology in Lexington-Fayette (69.7 miles from Louisville)
  • University of Kentucky Department of Family and Community Medicine in Lexington (68.2 miles from Louisville)

How much does an Operating Room travel nurse make on average in Louisville?

An Operating Room nurse in Louisville can make an average of $1,604 per week.

What is the most common contract for Operating Room travel jobs in Louisville?

Based on recent data, the most common duration for a Operating Room job in Louisville is 13.

Locating Operating Room Travel Nursing Jobs in Louisville

In Louisville, facilities like University of Kentucky Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Signify – Kentucky and UK Family and Community Medicine – Georgetown, all offer OR departments. It’s a great city to work in and nearby to neighborhoods like Paynes (zip code 40504), Van Meter (zip code 40510) and Elkhorn Parks (zip code 40505) neighborhoods.

Other popular cities near Louisville’s OR job opportunities are Shepherdsville (18.5 miles), La Grange (23.2 miles) and Shelbyville (29.2 miles). These are near to zip codes: 40202 (0.9 miles), 40031 (22.9 miles) and 40065 (28.6 miles).

Louisville Hospitals With OR Departments

There are 6 hospitals & healthcare facilities that have OR nurses in Louisville. Sometimes it is useful to see what types of shifts, contract durations, and travel nurse housing in nearby neighborhoods each facility might offer in order to find the right opportunity for your next traveling OR nurse position in or nearby Louisville.

Frankfort Regional Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Address
299 King’s Daughters Drive
Frankfort, KY 40601
NORTON AUDUBON HOSPITAL REFERENCE LAB
Shifts
8 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12 and 13
Address
1 Audubon Plaza Dr
Louisville, KY 40217
Norton Brownsboro Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12 and 13
Address
4960 Norton Healthcare Blvd
Louisville, KY 40241
Norton Suburban
Shifts
8 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, and 4
Address
4001 Dutchmans Lane
Louisville, KY 40207
UofL Health – Jewish Hospital
UofL Health – Mary & Elizabeth Hospital
Shifts
8 E, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Address
4402 Churchman Avenue, Suite 106
Louisville, KY 40215
UofL Health – University of Louisville Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13, 7, and 8
Address
530 S Jackson Street
Louisville, KY 40202
* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.