How much do travel Travel Nursing jobs pay in Kentucky?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Saturday, December 27th 2025, the average weekly salary for a Travel Nurse in Kentucky is $2,120 but can pay up to $3,386 per week.

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View job details for Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse

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Travel Contract

Cardiovascular ICU Registered Nurse

Hazard, Kentucky
Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center
Uniti Med and 6 others

$2,111-2,699/week

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View job details for Cardiac Cath Lab RN

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Cardiac Cath Lab RN

Louisville, Kentucky
Jewish Hospital
Host Healthcare and 1 other

$2,373-2,401/week

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View job details for Cardiac Cath Lab RN

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Travel Contract

Cardiac Cath Lab RN

Louisville, Kentucky
Saints Mary & Elizabeth Hospital
Coast Medical Service

$2,400/week

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3x12

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View job details for ICU RN - Tele/LTAC

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ICU RN - Tele/LTAC

Louisville, Kentucky
Kindred Hospital - Louisville
GLC On-The-Go

$2,383/week

5x8

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View job details for Travel Rehab RN

4 agencies can help you get this contract

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Travel Rehab RN

Louisville, Kentucky
Frazier Rehab Institute
HealthTrust Workforce Solution External and 3 others

$1,880-2,346/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Intermediate Care Cardiac RN

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Intermediate Care Cardiac RN

Maysville, Kentucky
Meadowview Regional Medical Center
Medical Solutions and 26 others

$1,775-2,296/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for ICU Registered Nurse

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ICU Registered Nurse

Louisville, Kentucky
Saints Mary & Elizabeth Hospital
Medical Solutions and 18 others

$1,929-2,291/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Step-Down Registered Nurse

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Step-Down Registered Nurse

Hazard, Kentucky
Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center
TRS Healthcare and 3 others

$2,139-2,393/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Labor and Delivery RN

4 agencies can help you get this contract

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Labor and Delivery RN

Hazard, Kentucky
Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center
TRS Healthcare and 3 others

$2,059-2,393/week

Nights

3x12

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Posted 8 hours ago

View job details for LTAC ICU Registered Nurse

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Travel Contract

LTAC ICU Registered Nurse

Hazard, Kentucky
Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center
Uniti Med and 6 others

$2,036-2,454/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Step-Down Registered Nurse

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Travel Contract

Step-Down Registered Nurse

Hazard, Kentucky
Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center
Uniti Med and 4 others

$1,957-2,281/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for LTAC ICU Registered Nurse

7 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

LTAC ICU Registered Nurse

Hazard, Kentucky
Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center
Uniti Med and 6 others

$2,036-2,454/week

Days

3x12

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View job details for Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse

7 agencies can help you get this contract

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Labor & Delivery Registered Nurse

Hazard, Kentucky
Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center
Uniti Med and 6 others

$1,957-2,393/week

Days

3x12

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View job details for CCU Registered Nurse

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CCU Registered Nurse

Elizabethtown, Kentucky
Hardin Memorial Hospital
Ethos Medical Staffing and 9 others

$2,051-2,272/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Travel Critical Care (ICU) RN

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Travel Contract

Travel Critical Care (ICU) RN

Mayfield, Kentucky
Jackson Purchase Medical Center
Medical Solutions and 25 others

$1,894-2,248/week

3x12

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Posted 10 days ago

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View job details for Operating Room RN

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Operating Room RN

Louisville, Kentucky
Saints Mary & Elizabeth Hospital
Medical Solutions and 9 others

$1,913-2,184/week

Days

3x13

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Posted 5 days ago

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View job details for Travel OR Registered Nurse

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Travel Contract

Travel OR Registered Nurse

Louisville, Kentucky
Jewish Hospital
Ethos Medical Staffing and 12 others

$1,929-2,228/week

Days

3x12

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Posted 12 days ago

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View job details for Travel Operating Room RN

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Travel Contract

Travel Operating Room RN

Louisville, Kentucky
Jewish Hospital
Ethos Medical Staffing and 15 others

$1,905-2,228/week

Days

3x12

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View job details for RN - Med Surg

4 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

RN - Med Surg

Mayfield, Kentucky
Jackson Purchase Medical Center
Medical Solutions and 3 others

$1,915-2,214/week

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Step-Down RN

11 agencies can help you get this contract

Travel Contract

Step-Down RN

Louisville, Kentucky
Baptist Health Louisville
CrossMed and 10 others

$1,942-2,197/week

3x12

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Kentucky Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,072/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Kentucky is $2,072 per week. This is 4% lower than the US average of $2,152.

Last updated on December 27, 2025. Based on 2,087 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 (119 jobs), TNAA TotalMed RN (74 jobs), and Host Healthcare (61 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 (134 jobs), Pikeville Medical Center (132 jobs), and Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center (96 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Saturday, December 27th 2025, Vivian has 4 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $50 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 Saturday, December 27th 2025, Vivian has 16 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $51 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, December 27th 2025, Vivian has 53 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $50 per hour on average, and up to $74 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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