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Whether you're descending into amazing caverns, paddling along a river, or climbing high up sandstone cliffs, the Bluegrass State is full of epic adventures. Kentucky is known for its gorgeous countryside, the Kentucky Derby, and Bluegrass music.

Regardless of what nursing specialty you work in, AMN Healthcare will connect you with the Kentucky nursing job that best meets your personal preferences and professional goals. Why not get an early start? Begin your online nursing application now!

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Kentucky has some of the best travel nurse job opportunities in the country, and we currently have 123 travel nurse jobs available.

Travel nurse jobs are currently available in cities like Paducah and Lexington. Kentucky hospitals and health care facilities are looking for all types of specialists including Cath Lab (1 job), Intensive Care Unit (19 jobs), Cardiovascular ICU (14 jobs), Home Health (1 job), Electrophysiology Lab (1 job), and more.

We have new travel nurse jobs posted daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack when a new job opens up. We make it as easy as possible for you to compare nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on traveling nurse salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

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

Kentucky Cities with Highest-Paying Travel Nurse Jobs

The highest travel nurse jobs salary in Kentucky can earn up to $2,518 per week as of April 1, 2025. Today, you can find jobs with an average salary of $1,936 ranging between $456 to $2,518 per week. The cities with the highest paying jobs include:

In Kentucky, there are a number of hospital facilities with nursing staff including: Greenview Regional Hospital in Bowling Green, St. Joseph Hospital in Lexington, Encompass Health Rehab Hospital of Northern Kentucky in Ft Mitchell, Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital in Lexington, and Phoenix Community Counseling in Elizabethtown are well known in Kentucky.

If you have a specific start date in mind, the soonest available in Kentucky is May 17, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Cardiac Catheterization Lab - Cath Lab RN role at $2,518 per week. The latest start date for a Registered Nurse job is May 17, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Cardiac Catheterization Lab - Cath Lab RN role at $2,518 per week.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for a travel nursing job in Kentucky including 13 Weeks (2,658 jobs), 12 Weeks (168 jobs), and 8 Weeks (88 jobs).

FAQs about Travel Nurse Jobs in Kentucky

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

The salary for travel nurse jobs in Kentucky averages $2,401 per week.

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

The average length for travel nurse jobs in Kentucky based on recent data is 12 weeks.

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How many Kentucky travel nurse job opportunities are currently available?

In Kentucky there are 123 jobs opportunities for a traveling nurse to choose from as of May 3, 2025.

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What cities have the highest paying travel nursing jobs in Kentucky?
  • Paducah, Kentucky $2,518 / per week average salary
  • Lexington, Kentucky $2,500 / per week average salary
  • Lexington, Kentucky $2,500 / per week average salary
  • Lexington, Kentucky $2,500 / per week average salary
  • Lexington, Kentucky $2,500 / per week average salary
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What nursing specialties are needed most in Kentucky right now?
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Top Travel Nurse Salaries in Kentucky

Find the nurse travel jobs in Kentucky with the highest salaries below and contact a recruiter today:

Cities Highest Paying Salary Average Salary Highest paying job in each city
Paducah $2,518 /Weekly* $2,401 /Weekly* Registered Nurse – Cardiac Catheterization Lab $2,518 per week
Lexington $2,500 /Weekly* $2,384 /Weekly* Registered Nurse – Intensive Care - ICU $2,500 per week
Lexington $2,500 /Weekly* $2,384 /Weekly* Registered Nurse – Cardiovascular $2,500 per week
Lexington $2,500 /Weekly* $2,384 /Weekly* Registered Nurse – Cardiovascular $2,500 per week
Lexington $2,500 /Weekly* $2,384 /Weekly* Registered Nurse – Cardiovascular $2,500 per week
Louisville $2,482 /Weekly* $2,190 /Weekly* Registered Nurse – Cardiovascular $2,482 per week

*Estimate of weekly 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 your recruiter for additional details.

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Kentucky’s Top Opportunities by Specialty

AMN Healthcare receives new travel nurse jobs in Kentucky each day from hospitals and healthcare facilities. If you are looking for a specific Kentucky travel nurse job, please see below for in-demand nursing specialties needed throughout the state:

Specialty Average Salary Cities with highest paying jobs
Cath Lab $60.04 /hour* Paducah
Home Health $56.25 /hour* Lexington
Cardiovascular ICU $55.05 /hour* Lexington, Hazard and Louisville
Electrophysiology Lab $53.81 /hour* Louisville
Rehabilitation $52.20 /hour* Somerset
Telemetry $51.04 /hour* Lexington, Louisville and Prestonsburg
Progressive Care Unit $50.53 /hour* Lexington, Paducah and Louisville
Intensive Care Unit $49.40 /hour* Paducah, Lexington and Lexington
Rehabilitation $44.15 /hour* Lexington, Louisville and Fort Mitchell
Emergency Room $43.99 /hour* Whitesburg, Georgetown and Hazard

*Estimate of hourly 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 your Recruiter for additional details.

Things To Do and See in Kentucky

While Kentucky is known as horse country, it certainly offers something special for everyone:

  • Kentucky Derby
  • Explore the bluffs
  • Forests and rivers at Mammoth Cave National Park
  • Breaks Interstate Park for mountain biking, hiking, fishing, and rafting
  • Red River Gorge for rappelling and climbing.
  • Louisville Slugger Museum
  • Muhammad Ali Center

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Kentucky has been part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC) for over a dozen years, creating less complications for nurses like you to practice in multiple states. Even if you aren't licensed in a NLC state, our team will help you obtain your Kentucky nurse license with ease. Once you have secured proper licensing, we can help you work in one of the best facilities in the state. 

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At AMN Healthcare, our travel nurses in Hawaii can choose from a variety of great benefits, including the following:

  • Private, provided housing or a stipend to find their own accommodations
  • Travel reimbursements for transportation to their assignment location
  • DAY ONE benefits, including full medical and dental 
  • 401k options 
  • FREE continuing education courses (CMEs)
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