How much do travel Travel Nursing jobs pay in Kentucky?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Wednesday, April 1st 2026, the average weekly salary for a Travel Nurse in Kentucky is $2,111 but can pay up to $3,502 per week.

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View job details for CVICU RN

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CVICU RN

Hazard, Kentucky
Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center
Malone Healthcare - Nursing

$3,406/week

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View job details for ICU Registered Nurse

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ICU Registered Nurse

Hazard, Kentucky
Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center
Malone Healthcare - Nursing

$3,406/week

Nights

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View job details for ICU Registered Nurse

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ICU Registered Nurse

Pikeville, Kentucky
Pikeville Medical Center
TNAA TotalMed RN and 6 others

$2,055-3,084/week

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View job details for CVOR Registered Nurse

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CVOR Registered Nurse

Paducah, Kentucky
Baptist Health Paducah
Uniti Med and 30 others

$2,141-2,821/week

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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Cath Lab

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Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Cath Lab

Louisville, Kentucky
Jewish Hospital
TRS Healthcare and 1 other

$2,434-2,561/week

Days

3x12

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View job details for Operating Room Registered Nurse

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Operating Room Registered Nurse

Louisville, Kentucky
Norton Healthcare - 4960 Norton Healthcare Blvd
Uniti Med and 13 others

$2,095-2,558/week

Days

4x10

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View job details for Registered Nurse - Progressive Care Unit (PCU)

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Registered Nurse - Progressive Care Unit (PCU)

Louisville, Kentucky
Norton Audubon Hospital
Medical Solutions and 13 others

$1,882-2,537/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Hospice Registered Nurse

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Hospice Registered Nurse

Campbellsville, Kentucky
Hosparus Health Green River
Uniti Med and 10 others

$1,882-2,533/week

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View job details for Operating Room Registered Nurse

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Operating Room Registered Nurse

Louisville, Kentucky
Norton Hospital
Medical Solutions and 18 others

$1,858-2,440/week

Nights

3x12

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Operating Room Registered Nurse

Lexington, Kentucky
University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital
Medical Solutions and 12 others

$1,993-2,418/week

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View job details for Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse

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Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse

Lexington, Kentucky
University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital
Uniti Med and 9 others

$1,969-2,392/week

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View job details for PCU Registered Nurse

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PCU Registered Nurse

Lexington, Kentucky
University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital
Uniti Med and 7 others

$1,969-2,392/week

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View job details for Neuro ICU Registered Nurse

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Neuro ICU Registered Nurse

Lexington, Kentucky
Baptist Health Lexington
Uniti Med and 32 others

$1,936-2,385/week

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View job details for Labor & Delivery RN

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Labor & Delivery RN

Louisville, Kentucky
Norton Women's & Children's Hospital
Medical Solutions and 19 others

$1,858-2,346/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Antepartum Registered Nurse

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Antepartum Registered Nurse

Louisville, Kentucky
Baptist Health Louisville
TNAA TotalMed RN and 8 others

$2,019-2,333/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for ICU Registered Nurse

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ICU Registered Nurse

Elizabethtown, Kentucky
Hardin Memorial Hospital
American Traveler and 6 others

$2,004-2,281/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for RN - Progressive Care Unit

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RN - Progressive Care Unit

Louisville, Kentucky
Norton Healthcare - 4960 Norton Healthcare Blvd
Uniti Med and 13 others

$1,882-2,260/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse

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Progressive Care Unit Registered Nurse

Lexington, Kentucky
University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital
MedPro Healthcare Staffing and 3 others

$2,059-2,250/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Cardiac Telemetry Registered Nurse

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Cardiac Telemetry Registered Nurse

Paducah, Kentucky
Baptist Health Paducah
American Traveler and 6 others

$1,952-2,229/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Telemetry Registered Nurse

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Telemetry Registered Nurse

Louisville, Kentucky
Norton Audubon Hospital
Medical Solutions and 14 others

$1,960-2,621/week

Nights

3x12

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Kentucky Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,085/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Kentucky is $2,085 per week. This is 3% lower than the US average of $2,154.

Last updated on March 30, 2026. Based on 2,304 active jobs on Vivian.com in the last 7 days.

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Kentucky Travel Nursing Jobs FAQs

What are the best agencies for Travel Nursing jobs in Kentucky?

The agencies on Vivian that currently have the most Travel Nursing jobs in Kentucky are Malone Healthcare - Nursing (241 jobs), TNAA TotalMed RN (73 jobs), and LanceSoft (68 jobs).

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.

What hospitals in Kentucky currently have the most travel Travel Nursing job opportunities?

The hospitals on Vivian that currently have the most Travel Nursing jobs in Kentucky are TriStar Greenview Regional Hospital (82 jobs), Pikeville Medical Center (54 jobs), and Baptist Health Lexington (49 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Wednesday, April 1st 2026, Vivian has 2 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $49 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $53 per hour.

Does Vivian have any per diem Nursing jobs?

As of Wednesday, April 1st 2026, Vivian has 16 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $53 per hour on average and up to $59 per hour for the highest-paying role.

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Wednesday, April 1st 2026, Vivian has 33 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $48 per hour on average, and up to $58 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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