How much do travel Travel Nursing jobs pay in Kentucky?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Tuesday, June 30th 2026, the average weekly salary for a Travel Nurse in Kentucky is $2,158 but can pay up to $3,870 per week.

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View job details for CVICU Registered Nurse

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CVICU Registered Nurse

Hazard, Kentucky
Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center
Triage Staffing and 6 others

UP TO $3,023/wk

Nights

4x12

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View job details for Operating Room RN

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Operating Room RN

Louisville, Kentucky
Norton Women's & Children's Hospital
Malone Healthcare - Nursing and 18 others

UP TO $2,878/wk

Days

5x8

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View job details for Cath Lab Registered Nurse

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Cath Lab Registered Nurse

Prestonsburg, Kentucky
Highlands Regional Medical Center
TNAA TotalMed RN and 6 others

UP TO $2,766/wk

Days

4x10

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View job details for Cath Lab RN

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Cath Lab RN

Hazard, Kentucky
Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center
TNAA TotalMed RN and 8 others

UP TO $2,766/wk

Days

4x10

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View job details for Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Telemetry

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Registered Nurse, Medical-Surgical Telemetry

Pikeville, Kentucky
Pikeville Medical Center
TNAA TotalMed RN and 5 others

UP TO $2,762/wk

Nights

4x12

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View job details for Operating Room RN

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Operating Room RN

Louisville, Kentucky
Norton Hospital
PeopleMed a division of All About People and 9 others

UP TO $2,758/wk

Evenings

3x12

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View job details for OR Registered Nurse

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OR Registered Nurse

Louisville, Kentucky
Norton Audubon Hospital
Malone Healthcare - Nursing and 15 others

UP TO $2,758/wk

Evenings

3x12

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View job details for Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical/Telemetry

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Registered Nurse - Medical Surgical/Telemetry

Pikeville, Kentucky
Pikeville Medical Center
Voca Healthcare and 1 other

UP TO $2,754/wk

Nights

4x12

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View job details for Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Registered Nurse

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Medical-Surgical/Telemetry Registered Nurse

Pikeville, Kentucky
Pikeville Medical Center
The Good Life MedStaff and 2 others

UP TO $2,746/wk

Nights

4x12

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View job details for Operating Room RN

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Operating Room RN

Louisville, Kentucky
Norton Hospital
PeopleMed a division of All About People and 18 others

UP TO $2,741/wk

Days

4x10

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View job details for Cardiac Cath Lab RN

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Cardiac Cath Lab RN

Bowling Green, Kentucky
TriStar Greenview Regional Hospital
TNAA TotalMed RN and 19 others

UP TO $2,726/wk

Days

5x8

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View job details for OR RN - Orthopedic & Robotic Surgery

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OR RN - Orthopedic & Robotic Surgery

Lexington, Kentucky
Saint Joseph East
Prime Staffing and 5 others

UP TO $2,718/wk

Days

5x8

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View job details for Operating Room Registered Nurse

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Operating Room Registered Nurse

Lexington, Kentucky
UK Healthcare Good Samaritan Hospital
Prime Staffing and 9 others

UP TO $2,675/wk

5x8

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View job details for Labor and Delivery RN

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Labor and Delivery RN

Hazard, Kentucky
Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center
Triage Staffing and 5 others

UP TO $2,635/wk

4x12

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View job details for Hybrid Operating Room RN

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Hybrid Operating Room RN

Louisville, Kentucky
Norton Audubon Hospital
PeopleMed a division of All About People and 14 others

UP TO $2,631/wk

Days

5x8

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View job details for PCU Registered Nurse

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PCU Registered Nurse

Prestonsburg, Kentucky
Highlands Regional Medical Center
MedPro Healthcare Staffing and 9 others

UP TO $2,577/wk

4x12

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View job details for LTAC Registered Nurse

4 agencies can help you get this contract

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LTAC Registered Nurse

Hazard, Kentucky
Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center
MedPro Healthcare Staffing and 3 others

UP TO $2,577/wk

4x12

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View job details for Registered Nurse - Telemetry

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Travel Contract

Registered Nurse - Telemetry

Louisville, Kentucky
Norton Audubon Hospital
PeopleMed a division of All About People and 17 others

UP TO $2,526/wk

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
PeopleMed a division of All About People and 18 others

UP TO $2,526/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Operating Room Registered Nurse

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Travel Contract

Operating Room Registered Nurse

Lexington, Kentucky
University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital
Prime Staffing and 5 others

UP TO $2,502/wk

Days

5x8

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Kentucky Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,097/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Kentucky is $2,097 per week. This is 4% lower than the US average of $2,172.

Last updated on June 29, 2026. Based on 3,165 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 TNAA TotalMed RN (157 jobs), LanceSoft (113 jobs), and Malone Healthcare - Nursing (110 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 (160 jobs), Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital (110 jobs), and Jackson Purchase Medical Center (84 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Tuesday, June 30th 2026, Vivian has 38 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $41 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $44 per hour.

Does Vivian have any per diem Nursing jobs?

As of Tuesday, June 30th 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 Tuesday, June 30th 2026, Vivian has 47 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $46 per hour on average, and up to $64 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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