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View job details for PCU RN
Travel Contract

PCU RN

  • Prestonburg, KY
  • American Traveler
  • 4x12 hrs, Nights

$2,925/week

Nights
4x12
Above Average Pay
View job details for ICU RN
Travel Contract

ICU RN

  • Hazard, KY
  • American Traveler
  • 4x12 hrs, Nights

$2,925/week

Nights
4x12
Above Average Pay
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Cath Lab
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Cardiac Cath Lab

  • Lexington, KY
  • Triage Staffing
  • 4x10 hrs, Flexible

$2,921/week

Flexible
4x10
Above Average Pay
Posted Today
View job details for Cath Lab RN
Travel Contract

Cath Lab RN

  • Lexington, KY
  • CoreMedical Group
  • 5x8 hrs
  • Referral Bonus

$2,920/week

5x8
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted Today
View job details for CVICU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

CVICU Registered Nurse

  • Pikeville, KY
  • Prime Staffing
  • 4x12 hrs

$2,918/week

4x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 9 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit

  • Louisville, KY
  • MedPro Healthcare Staffing
  • 4x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,910/week

Nights
4x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg

  • Pikeville, KY
  • Pikeville Health
  • 4x12 hrs, Nights

$2,908/week

Nights
4x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 9 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Dialysis
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Dialysis

  • Louisville, KY
  • Healthcare Support
  • 3x12 hrs
  • Referral Bonus

$2,908/week

3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Orthopedic Surgery
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Orthopedic Surgery

  • Pikeville, KY
  • Seven Healthcare
  • 4x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,900/week

Nights
4x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
View job details for Labor & Delivery RN
Travel Contract

Labor & Delivery RN

  • Louisville, KY
  • ADN Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Evenings
  • Referral Bonus

$2,888/week

Evenings
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 10 days ago
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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - First Assist
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - First Assist

  • Jackson, KY
  • Advantage Staffing Services
  • 5x8 hrs, Days

$2,880/week

Days
5x8
Above Average Pay
View job details for Stepdown RN
Travel Contract

Stepdown RN

  • Henderson, KY
  • Assured Nursing
  • 4x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,866/week

Nights
4x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 3 days ago
View job details for Step Down Unit RN
Travel Contract

Step Down Unit RN

  • Henderson, KY
  • Assured Nursing
  • 4x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,866/week

Nights
4x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 10 days ago
View job details for Medical Surgical Telemetry RN
Travel Contract

Medical Surgical Telemetry RN

  • Pikeville, KY
  • Cross Country Nurses
  • 4x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,865/week

Nights
4x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 9 days ago
View job details for OR RN
Travel Contract

OR RN

  • Elizabethtown, KY
  • Prime Staffing
  • 5x8 hrs

$2,858/week

5x8
Above Average Pay
Posted 3 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit

  • Louisville, KY
  • TNAA TotalMed RN
  • 4x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,856/week

Days
4x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 1 day ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Psychiatric

  • Owensboro, KY
  • Amergis Healthcare Staffing, Inc.
  • 4x12 hrs

$2,856/week

4x12
Above Average Pay
Posted 10 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg

  • Louisville, KY
  • TNAA TotalMed RN
  • 4x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,854/week

Nights
4x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 3 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg

  • Louisville, KY
  • TNAA TotalMed RN
  • 4x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,854/week

Nights
4x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 8 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg

  • Louisville, KY
  • TNAA TotalMed RN
  • 4x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,854/week

Nights
4x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Posted 9 days ago
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Kentucky Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,150/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Kentucky is $2,150 per week. This is 2% lower than the US average of $2,188.

Last updated on August 13, 2026. Based on 3,871 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 (334 jobs), TNAA TotalMed RN (144 jobs), and Trustaff (100 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 Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital (159 jobs), Norton Hospital (110 jobs), and Norton Audubon Hospital (77 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Saturday, August 15th 2026, Vivian has 89 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $42 per hour on average, with the highest-paying job listed up to $46 per hour.

Does Vivian have any per diem Nursing jobs?

As of Saturday, August 15th 2026, Vivian has 12 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 Saturday, August 15th 2026, Vivian has 68 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $49 per hour on average, and up to $72 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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