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Registered Nurse Travel Jobs in Kentucky

Top RN Travel Nurse Jobs in Kentucky

We currently offer 61 of the best RN travel jobs in Kentucky and 6 exclusive, high-paying Registered Nurse travel nurse jobs here that you won’t find anywhere else! RN travel jobs are currently available in cities like Madisonville and Louisville. 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 as easy as possible for you to compare RN nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on traveling nurse salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

The average Registered Nurse travel nurse working in Kentucky earned about $1,909 per week as of Nov 1, 2024. Today, you can find RN jobs with a salary range between $1,340 to $2,430 per week. The city with the highest paying RN job is currently Madisonville with a position for a Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room – OR at $2,430 per week.

In Kentucky, there are a number of hospital facilities with RN nursing staff. Frankfort Regional Medical Center in Frankfort, Greenview Regional Hospital in Bowling Green and St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington-Fayette are well known in Kentucky.

If you have a specific start date in mind, the earliest start date in Kentucky is Jan 6, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Perioperative Nurse – Operating Room – OR role at $2,430 per week. The latest start date for an RN job is Jan 20, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Cardiovascular Operating Room – CVOR role at $2,167 per week. Find additional possibilities by sorting “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a(n) RN travel job including 13 weeks.

With great things to do, people to meet and places to see, Kentucky is a popular place for RN travel jobs! Also be sure to check out our resources on how to become a travel nurse and nursing license renewal.

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Top Cities in Kentucky with Travel Registered Nurse Jobs

AMN Healthcare currently has 61 travel Registered Nurse positions available in the state of Kentucky. Search the most recent jobs below, or click the button below to view all jobs.

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Highest Paying Jobs in Louisville, KY

AMN Healthcare currently has 39 travel Registered Nurse positions available in Louisville.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Louisville, Kentucky – 40202
  • 12 N,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 13
$1,861 to $2,050
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Progressive Care Unit (PCU) 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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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Louisville, Kentucky – 40202
  • 12 N,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 13
$1,861 to $2,050
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Progressive Care Unit (PCU) 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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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Louisville, Kentucky – 40202
  • 12 N,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 13
$1,861 to $2,050
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Progressive Care Unit (PCU) 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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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Louisville, Kentucky – 40202
  • 12 N,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 13
$1,861 to $2,050
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding Progressive Care Unit (PCU) 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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Highest Paying Jobs in Lexington, KY

AMN Healthcare currently has 7 travel Registered Nurse positions available in Lexington.
travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Lexington, Kentucky – 40504
  • 12 N,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 12
$1,834 to $2,021
Weekly Pay*
Saint Joseph Hospital is a 433-bed facility located in Lexington, Kentucky. Founded in 1877, a small group of Sisters of Charity of Nazareth in Kentucky, led by Sister Euphrasia Stafford, began their health ministry. Their mission was to provide compassionate care to the poor and underserved – a tradition still carried out today. Saint Joseph Hospital primarily serves central and eastern Kentucky with a full range of services, including distinguished awards for cardiology, orthopedics and stroke care.
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Registered Nurse – Telemetry
  • Lexington, Kentucky – 40504
  • 12 N,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 8
$1,605 to $1,768
Weekly Pay*
Saint Joseph Hospital is a 433-bed facility located in Lexington, Kentucky. Founded in 1877, a small group of Sisters of Charity of Nazareth in Kentucky, led by Sister Euphrasia Stafford, began their health ministry. Their mission was to provide compassionate care to the poor and underserved – a tradition still carried out today. Saint Joseph Hospital primarily serves central and eastern Kentucky with a full range of services, including distinguished awards for cardiology, orthopedics and stroke care.
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Lexington, Kentucky – 40504
  • 12 N,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 8
$1,834 to $2,021
Weekly Pay*
Saint Joseph Hospital is a 433-bed facility located in Lexington, Kentucky. Founded in 1877, a small group of Sisters of Charity of Nazareth in Kentucky, led by Sister Euphrasia Stafford, began their health ministry. Their mission was to provide compassionate care to the poor and underserved – a tradition still carried out today. Saint Joseph Hospital primarily serves central and eastern Kentucky with a full range of services, including distinguished awards for cardiology, orthopedics and stroke care.
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Lexington, Kentucky – 40504
  • 12 N,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 12
$1,834 to $2,021
Weekly Pay*
Saint Joseph Hospital is a 433-bed facility located in Lexington, Kentucky. Founded in 1877, a small group of Sisters of Charity of Nazareth in Kentucky, led by Sister Euphrasia Stafford, began their health ministry. Their mission was to provide compassionate care to the poor and underserved – a tradition still carried out today. Saint Joseph Hospital primarily serves central and eastern Kentucky with a full range of services, including distinguished awards for cardiology, orthopedics and stroke care.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Hazard, KY

AMN Healthcare currently has 3 travel Registered Nurse positions available in Hazard.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Clinical Manager
  • Hazard, Kentucky – 41701
  • 12 D,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$1,692 to $1,865
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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Registered Nurse – Telemetry
  • Hazard, Kentucky – 41701
  • 12 N,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$1,815 to $2,001
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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Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Hazard, Kentucky – 41701
  • 12 N,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$1,745 to $1,923
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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Highest Paying Jobs in Frankfort, KY

AMN Healthcare currently has 2 travel Registered Nurse positions available in Frankfort.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Frankfort, Kentucky – 40601
  • 12 N,
  • December 29, 2024
  • 13
$1,480 to $1,631
Weekly Pay*
Level 3 Trauma Center; Magnet hospital
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Frankfort, Kentucky – 40601
  • 12 N,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 13
$1,480 to $1,631
Weekly Pay*
As a valued member of the Telemetry (Tele) RN team, you will care for patients with a wide range of conditions including complex cases. This unit constantly monitors blood pressure, heart rate, blood oxygen level and cardiac electrical activity of patients on the unit, utilizing specialized equipment. RN’s will mainly care for patients recovering from heart conditions or cardiac surgery. The right candidate for this role will have the opportunity to work in a professionally challenging, positive, and innovative Telemetry work environment at this highly regarded facility.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Mayfield, KY

AMN Healthcare currently has 2 travel Registered Nurse positions available in Mayfield.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Mayfield, Kentucky – 42066
  • 12 N,
  • January 13, 2025
  • 13
$1,657 to $1,826
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Registered Nurse – Medical Surgical
  • Mayfield, Kentucky – 42066
  • 12 N,
  • January 6, 2025
  • 13
$1,657 to $1,826
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Medical Surgical (MS) unit. This unit sees a wide variety of conditions including endocrine, wound care, neurology and gerontology as well as patients undergoing basic recovery care. Your expertise will be utilized for high level care within the traditional Medical Surgical unit setting. MS RN’s can expect to enhance their professional experience while providing top notch patient care to those most needing it.
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Statistics on RN Jobs in Kentucky

View helpful statistics about RN travel nursing jobs based on historical data in Kentucky. This data is based on the last three months of RN job postings. Our statistics are updated regularly, which means you can find the most accurate Registered Nurse job salary trends, the types of shifts, and common contract durations available and more. Learn more about travel nursing salaries.

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FAQs about Registered Nurse Jobs in Kentucky

On average, how much does an RN travel nurse make in Kentucky?

A Registered Nurse nurse in Kentucky can make an average of $1,856 per week.

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How much does a night shift RN travel nurse make on average in Kentucky?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Registered Nurse in Kentucky can make an average of $1,875 per week based on recent job availability.

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How much does a day shift RN make on average in Kentucky?

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Registered Nurse in Kentucky can make an average of $1,825 per week based on recent job availability.

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How many travel Registered Nurse jobs are currently available in Kentucky?

There are currently 61 Registered Nurse travel nursing jobs available in Kentucky. We also get new jobs daily, so be sure to apply now and a recruiter will help you find the perfect fit as jobs become available.

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Historically, what hospitals and healthcare facilities have Registered Nurse staff in Kentucky?

  • Concentra Urgent Care – CVG Airport/Mineola Pike in Erlanger
  • University of Kentucky Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation in Lexington-Fayette
  • St. Claire Medical Pavilion in Morehead
  • Hartland Family Dental Care in Bowling Green
  • Signify – Kentucky in Frankfort
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How long is the most common RN travel nursing contract in Kentucky?

12 Hour Night shifts was the most common duration for an RN traveling nurse job in Kentucky cities based on the last 6 months.

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How long is the most common contract duration for RN travel jobs in Kentucky?

13 weeks is the most common duration for a(n) Registered Nurse travel job in Kentucky based on recent data.

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What are the top paying RN jobs available in Kentucky currently?

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Locating RN Travel Nursing Jobs in Kentucky

Cities like Frankfort, Hazard, Lexington, Lexington-Fayette, and Louisville currently have RN travel jobs. It’s a great state to work in and is home to facilities like Concentra Urgent Care – CVG Airport/Mineola Pike, University of Kentucky Department of Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, St. Claire Medical Pavilion, Hartland Family Dental Care and Signify – Kentucky which all have RN departments.

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Healthcare Facilities in Kentucky that offer Registered Nurse Jobs

These are just examples of some of the healthcare facilities in and around the Kentucky area that have historically offered jobs for Registered Nurse professionals.

UofL Health – Jewish Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 8 N, 10 D, 10 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 and 11
Departments
Ambulatory Pre-Post Op Cardiovascular ICU Cardiovascular Operating Room Cardiovascular Operating Room Case Manager Cath Lab Electrophysiology Lab Emergency Room Endoscopy Intensive Care Unit Interventional Radiology Medical Surgical Neonatal Intensive Care Unit Operating Room Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Pre/Post Operative Progressive Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Telemetry Telemetry
Address
200 Abraham Flexner Way
Louisville, KY 40202
UofL Health – University of Louisville Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13, 5, 7, and 8
Departments
Bone Marrow Transplant Case Manager Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Interventional Radiology Labor & Delivery Medical Surgical Oncology Oncology Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Psychiatric Telemetry Telemetry
Address
530 S Jackson Street
Louisville, KY 40202
UofL Health – Mary & Elizabeth Hospital
Shifts
8 E, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Medical Surgical Oncology Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Pre/Post Operative Progressive Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Psychiatric Rehabilitation
Address
4402 Churchman Avenue, Suite 106
Louisville, KY 40215
UofL Health – Frazier Rehabilitation Institute
Shifts
12 D and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Medical Surgical Pediatric Rehabilitation
Address
220 Abraham Flexner Way
Louisville, KY 40202
St. Joseph Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 117, 27, 13, 118, 5, 35, 7, and 8
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Cardiovascular ICU Cath Lab Endoscopy Intensive Care Unit Intensive Care Unit Medical Surgical Medical Surgical Progressive Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Telemetry Telemetry
Address
One Saint Joseph Drive
Lexington, KY 40504
Nearby Neighborhoods
Paynes (40504), Van Meter (40510), Elkhorn Parks (40505), Radcliffe (40505), Bryan Station (40505)
NORTON HOSPITAL
Shifts
12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12 and 13
Departments
Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Telemetry Telemetry
Address
200 East Chestnut Street
Louisville, KY 40202
Norton Suburban
Shifts
8 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 13, and 4
Departments
Intensive Care Unit Labor & Delivery Labor & Delivery Oncology Oncology Operating Room Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Postpartum Progressive Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Telemetry Telemetry
Address
4001 Dutchmans Lane
Louisville, KY 40207
NORTON AUDUBON HOSPITAL REFERENCE LAB
Shifts
8 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12 and 13
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Cardiovascular Operating Room Cardiovascular Operating Room Cath Lab Intensive Care Unit Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Telemetry Telemetry
Address
1 Audubon Plaza Dr
Louisville, KY 40217
Meadowview Regional Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13, 10, and 8
Departments
Cath Lab Emergency Room First Assist Intensive Care Unit Medical Surgical Operating Room Progressive Care Unit
Address
989 Medical Park Dr
Maysville, KY 41056
Frankfort Regional Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Medical Surgical Operating Room Progressive Care Unit Telemetry
Address
299 King’s Daughters Drive
Frankfort, KY 40601
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