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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU - Intensive Care Unit
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Registered Nurse (RN) - ICU - Intensive Care Unit

  • Medasource
  • Lousiville, KY
  • Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$37-44/hour

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Labor and Delivery
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Labor and Delivery

  • Medasource
  • Louisville, KY
  • Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$34-42/hour

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View job details for Registered Nurse (RN) - Rehabilitation
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Registered Nurse (RN) - Rehabilitation

  • Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital
  • Crab Orchard, KY

$39-42/hour

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Rehabilitation

  • Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital
  • Stanton, KY

$39-42/hour

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Rehabilitation

  • Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital
  • Junction City, KY

$39-42/hour

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Rehabilitation

  • Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital
  • Lancaster, KY

$39-42/hour

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Rehabilitation

  • Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital
  • Stamping Ground, KY

$39-42/hour

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Rehabilitation

  • Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital
  • Owingsville, KY

$39-42/hour

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Rehabilitation

  • Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital
  • Midway, KY

$39-42/hour

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Rehabilitation

  • Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital
  • Carlisle, KY

$39-42/hour

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Rehabilitation

  • Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital
  • Jeffersonville, KY

$39-42/hour

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Rehabilitation

  • Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital
  • Clay City, KY

$39-42/hour

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Rehabilitation

  • Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital
  • Perryville, KY

$39-42/hour

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Rehabilitation

  • Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital
  • Nicholasville, KY

$39-42/hour

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Rehabilitation

  • Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital
  • Pleasureville, KY

$39-42/hour

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Rehabilitation

  • Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital
  • Burgin, KY

$39-42/hour

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Rehabilitation

  • Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital
  • Millersburg, KY

$39-42/hour

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Rehabilitation

  • Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital
  • Wilmore, KY

$39-42/hour

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Rehabilitation

  • Cardinal Hill Rehabilitation Hospital
  • Lawrenceburg, KY

$39-42/hour

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Registered Nurse (RN) - Rehabilitation

  • Encompass Health Deaconess Rehabilitation Hospital
  • Owensboro, KY

$23-42/hour

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Kentucky Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Registered Nurse Salary

$41.51/hour

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Kentucky is $41.51 per hour. This is 16% lower than the US average of $48.17.

Last updated on June 28, 2026. Based on active jobs on Vivian.com.

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Kentucky Nursing Jobs FAQs

What are the Registered Nurse licensing requirements in Kentucky?

You can find out the RN licensing and renewal requirements for new or experienced registered nurses at our Kentucky RN Licensing guide.

Does Vivian have any per diem Nursing jobs?

As of Monday, June 29th 2026, Vivian has 13 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $52 per hour on average and up to $54 per hour for the highest-paying role.

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Monday, June 29th 2026, Vivian has 44 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $47 per hour on average, and up to $64 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Does Vivian have any travel Nursing jobs?

As of Monday, June 29th 2026, Vivian has 1,997 listings for travel Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $2,155 per hour on average, and up to $3,870 per hour for the top-paying job listed.

Is Kentucky a Nurse Licensure Compact State (NLC)?

Yes, Kentucky is a Nurse Licensure Compact State (NLC).

How much does obtaining a nursing license in Kentucky cost?

Cost to obtain a nursing license in Kentucky varies from $125-$165.

How often do you need to renew your nursing license in Kentucky?

Nursing license needs to be renewed every year.

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