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Registered Nurse Travel Jobs in Kentucky

Top RN Travel Nurse Jobs in Kentucky

We currently offer 110 of the best RN travel jobs in Kentucky and 19 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 Louisville, Paducah and Lexington. 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 $1,848 per week as of Mar 1, 2025. Today, you can find RN jobs with a salary range between $1,206 to $2,706 per week. The city with the highest paying RN job is currently Louisville with a position for a Registered Nurse – Progressive Care – PCU at $2,706 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 Encompass Health Rehab Hospital of Northern Kentucky in are well known in Kentucky.

If you have a specific start date in mind, the earliest start date in Kentucky is Apr 21, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Interventional Radiology – Interventional Radiology role at $2,455 per week. The latest start date for an RN job is May 12, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Cardiovascular – CVICU role at $2,305 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 8 weeks, 12 weeks, and 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 110 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 62 travel Registered Nurse positions available in Louisville.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Cardiovascular
  • Louisville, Kentucky – 40202
  • 12 N,
  • May 12, 2025
  • 13
$1,995 to $2,198
Weekly Pay*
Outstanding Cardiovacular Intensive Care (CVICU); 17 bed unit with 1:1-2 staffing. 460 bed teaching hospital. Facility is an internationally renowned, high-tech tertiary referral center located in downtown Louisville, developing leading-edge advancements in a vast number of specialties and services.
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Louisville, Kentucky – 40202
  • 12 N,
  • April 28, 2025
  • 13
$1,942 to $2,140
Weekly Pay*
Outstanding Progressive Care Unit (PCU) is looking for the right RN to join their team. 460 bed teaching hospital. This facility is an internationally renowned, high-tech tertiary referral center located in downtown Louisville, developing leading-edge advancements in a vast number of specialties and services.
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Louisville, Kentucky – 40202
  • 12 N,
  • April 28, 2025
  • 13
$1,942 to $2,140
Weekly Pay*
Outstanding 460 bed teaching hospital is looking for the right PCU RN to join their team. Intermediate/Step Down Cardiac Unit specializing in post OP Coronary Bypass Graft, Valve surgery, Chest pain, Dysrhythmia with pre/post Pacemaker/AICD placement, pre/post Cath Lab, CHF The facility is an internationally renowned, high-tech tertiary referral center located in downtown Louisville, developing leading-edge advancements in a vast number of specialties and services. Cerner charting
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Louisville, Kentucky – 40202
  • 12 N,
  • May 12, 2025
  • 13
$1,942 to $2,140
Weekly Pay*
Outstanding 460 bed teaching hospital is looking for the right PCU RN to join their team. 21 bed Pulmonary Intermediate Care Unit with 1:4 staffing, 3:1 for BiPAP teams. The facility is an internationally renowned, high-tech tertiary referral center located in downtown Louisville, developing leading-edge advancements in a vast number of specialties and services. Cerner charting
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Highest Paying Jobs in Lexington, KY

AMN Healthcare currently has 17 travel Registered Nurse positions available in Lexington.
travel Exclusive Compact State
Registered Nurse – Cardiovascular
  • Lexington, Kentucky – 40504
  • 12 N,
  • May 5, 2025
  • 12
$2,092 to $2,305
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 – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Lexington, Kentucky – 40504
  • 12 N,
  • May 5, 2025
  • 12
$1,880 to $2,072
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 D,
  • May 5, 2025
  • 12
$1,651 to $1,819
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. Top 10 Diagnosis/Procedures: COPD, renal failure, diabetes, wound care, Pneumonia, Infectious diseases of all kinds, CHF, Cellulitis, UTI, Sepsis, cardiac disease and dysrhytmia
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Registered Nurse – Cardiovascular
  • Lexington, Kentucky – 40504
  • 12 D,
  • May 12, 2025
  • 12
$2,092 to $2,305
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 8 travel Registered Nurse positions available in Hazard.
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Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Hazard, Kentucky – 41701
  • 12 N,
  • April 29, 2025
  • 13
$1,932 to $2,129
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 – Psychiatric
  • Hazard, Kentucky – 41701
  • 12 D,
  • May 12, 2025
  • 13
$1,562 to $1,721
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 D,
  • May 13, 2025
  • 11
$1,879 to $2,071
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,
  • April 28, 2025
  • 13
$1,879 to $2,071
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). You’ll find a challenging and rewarding environment where patient care is firmly rooted in compassion, innovation, and a drive for great outcomes. This highly esteemed facility welcomes creative, energetic caregivers.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Paducah, KY

AMN Healthcare currently has 5 travel Registered Nurse positions available in Paducah.
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Registered Nurse – Progressive Care
  • Paducah, Kentucky – 42003
  • 12 N,
  • April 28, 2025
  • 8
$2,109 to $2,324
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 – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Paducah, Kentucky – 42003
  • 12 D,
  • April 21, 2025
  • 12
$1,932 to $2,129
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). You’ll find a challenging and rewarding environment where patient care is firmly rooted in compassion, innovation, and a drive for great outcomes. This highly esteemed facility welcomes creative, energetic caregivers.
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Registered Nurse – Cardiac Catheterization Lab
  • Paducah, Kentucky – 42003
  • 12 D,
  • April 28, 2025
  • 12
$2,109 to $2,324
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Catharization Lab. You’ll find a challenging and rewarding environment where patient care is firmly rooted in compassion, innovation, and a drive for great outcomes. This highly esteemed facility welcomes creative, energetic caregivers.
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Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Paducah, Kentucky – 42003
  • 12 D,
  • April 21, 2025
  • 12
$1,932 to $2,129
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). You’ll find a challenging and rewarding environment where patient care is firmly rooted in compassion, innovation, and a drive for great outcomes. This highly esteemed facility welcomes creative, energetic caregivers.
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Highest Paying Jobs in Prestonsburg, KY

AMN Healthcare currently has 3 travel Registered Nurse positions available in Prestonsburg.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Psychiatric
  • Prestonsburg, Kentucky – 41653
  • 12 N,
  • April 28, 2025
  • 13
$1,615 to $1,779
Weekly Pay*
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Telemetry
  • Prestonsburg, Kentucky – 41653
  • 12 N,
  • April 28, 2025
  • 13
$1,879 to $2,071
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
  • Prestonsburg, Kentucky – 41653
  • 12 N,
  • April 28, 2025
  • 13
$1,773 to $1,954
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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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 $1,864 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 $1,881 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 $1,821 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 110 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?

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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 Hazard, Lexington-Fayette, Louisville, Paducah, and Prestonsburg currently have RN travel jobs. It’s a great state to work in and is home to facilities like Frankfort Regional Medical Center, Greenview Regional Hospital, St. Joseph Hospital, Encompass Health Rehab Hospital of Northern Kentucky and Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital 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, 10, 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 Neonatal Intensive Care Unit 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
8 N, 10 N, 12 D, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Medical Surgical Pediatric Rehabilitation
Address
220 Abraham Flexner Way
Louisville, KY 40202
Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13, 2, 11, and 26
Departments
Cardiovascular ICU Case Manager Cath Lab Emergency Room Endoscopy First Assist Intensive Care Unit Medical Surgical Nurse Manager Operating Room Operating Room Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Psychiatric Rehabilitation Telemetry
Address
100 Medical Center Dr
Hazard, KY 41701
Imperial County Behavioral Health Services
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
220 Main St
Louisville, CA 92227
NORTON HOSPITAL
Shifts
12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12 and 13
Departments
Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Post Anesthesia Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Progressive Care Unit Telemetry Telemetry
Address
200 East Chestnut Street
Louisville, KY 40202
Frankfort Regional Medical Center
Shifts
8 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Medical Surgical Operating Room Progressive Care Unit Psychiatric Telemetry
Address
299 King’s Daughters Drive
Frankfort, KY 40601
Greenview Regional Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13
Departments
Cath Lab Dialysis Emergency Room Intensive Care Unit Medical Surgical Operating Room Operating Room Telemetry
Address
1801 Ashley Circle
Bowling Green, KY 42104
Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital
Shifts
12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
12, 9, 13, 5, 6, 7, 11, and 8
Departments
Rehabilitation Rehabilitation Rehabilitation Rehabilitation
Address
2050 Versailles Road
Lexington, KY 40504
Nearby Neighborhoods
Paynes (40504), Van Meter (40510), Elkhorn Parks (40505), Radcliffe (40505), Bryan Station (40505)
* 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.