Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salary Guide: Kentucky
Average Definitive Observation Unit Nurse Salary
$43.48/hour
The average salary for a Definitive Observation Unit Nurse in Kentucky is $43.48 per hour. This is 1% lower than the US average of $43.75.
Last updated on October 31, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.
Definitive Observation Unit Nurse salaries in Kentucky compared to National Averages
$43.48/hour
Kentucky
1% lower than the US average.
$43.75/hour
United States
How does the pay for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses in Kentucky compare to nearby states?
Virginia pays Definitive Observation Unit Nurses the most, averaging $53 per hour, followed by Georgia ($51) and Illinois ($48). North Carolina has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $58. For comparison, the Kentucky average for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses is $43 per hour — Virginia pays 22% more.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Virginia | $53 | $58 |
| Georgia | $51 | $53 |
| Illinois | $48 | $52 |
| North Carolina | $46 | $58 |
| Ohio | $42 | $44 |
| South Carolina | $37 | $43 |
What are the highest paying Employers and Agencies for Definitive Observation Unit Nurse jobs in Kentucky?
Only Perm Staff Jobs reports pay data for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses, averaging $43 per hour. Perm Staff Jobs also has the highest ceiling, with max hourly pay reaching $46. For comparison, the Kentucky average for Definitive Observation Unit Nurses is $43 per hour — Perm Staff Jobs pays 1% less.
| Average Hourly Salary | Max Hourly Salary | |
|---|---|---|
| Perm Staff Jobs | $43 | $46 |
Last updated on October 31, 2026. Information based on active jobs on Vivian.com and pay data from BLS and around the web.
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- Frankfort, KY
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