How much do travel Travel Nursing jobs pay in Kentucky?

For jobs available on Vivian as of Saturday, October 17th 2026, the average weekly salary for a Travel Nurse in Kentucky is $2,185 but can pay up to $3,740 per week.

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ER RN

Lexington, Kentucky
University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital
TotalMed RN and 2 others

UP TO $2,784/wk

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Medical Surgical / Telemetry RN

Pikeville, Kentucky
Pikeville Medical Center
TotalMed RN and 1 other

UP TO $2,687/wk

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4x12

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OR RN

Louisville, Kentucky
Baptist Healthcare System, Inc. - 4000 Kresge Way
THP Healthcare Staffing and 15 others

UP TO $2,700/wk

Nights

4x10

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OR RN

Louisville, Kentucky
Baptist Healthcare System, Inc. - 4000 Kresge Way
THP Healthcare Staffing and 13 others

UP TO $2,679/wk

Nights

5x8

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OR RN

Paducah, Kentucky
Baptist Healthcare System, Inc. - 2501 Kentucky Avenue
THP Healthcare Staffing and 17 others

UP TO $3,220/wk

Nights

5x8

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OR RN

Lexington, Kentucky
Baptist Healthcare System, Inc. - 1720 Nicholasville Road
THP Healthcare Staffing and 15 others

UP TO $2,679/wk

Nights

5x8

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View job details for L&D RN

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L&D RN

Mayfield, Kentucky
Jackson Purchase Medical Center
MedPro Healthcare Staffing and 14 others

UP TO $2,808/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Labor & Delivery RN

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Labor & Delivery RN

Mayfield, Kentucky
Jackson Purchase Medical Center
FlexCare Nursing and 7 others

UP TO $2,785/wk

Nights

3x12

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Labor and Delivery Nurse

Prestonsburg, Kentucky
Highlands Regional Medical Center
MedPro Healthcare Staffing and 10 others

UP TO $2,634/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for OR RN Circulator

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OR RN Circulator

Winchester, Kentucky
Centerpoint Health
Host Healthcare and 25 others

UP TO $2,765/wk

Days

5x8

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View job details for Med Surg / Tele RN

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Med Surg / Tele RN

Elizabethtown, Kentucky
Baptist Healthcare System, Inc. - 913 North Dixie Avenue
Premier Medical Staffing Services and 12 others

UP TO $2,629/wk

Nights

5x8

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View job details for Medical Surgical / Telemetry RN

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Medical Surgical / Telemetry RN

Pikeville, Kentucky
Pikeville Medical Center
AHS Staffing and 2 others

UP TO $2,564/wk

Nights

4x12

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Labor and Delivery RN

Somerset, Kentucky
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital
MedPro Healthcare Staffing and 28 others

UP TO $2,668/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Emergency Department RN

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Emergency Department RN

Elizabethtown, Kentucky
Baptist Healthcare System, Inc. - 913 North Dixie Avenue
MedPro Healthcare Staffing and 12 others

UP TO $2,480/wk

Nights

5x8

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View job details for L&D RN

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L&D RN

Louisville, Kentucky
Baptist Healthcare System, Inc. - 4000 Kresge Way
THP Healthcare Staffing and 13 others

UP TO $2,474/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Labor Delivery Recovery Postpartum RN

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Labor Delivery Recovery Postpartum RN

Elizabethtown, Kentucky
Baptist Healthcare System, Inc. - 913 North Dixie Avenue
THP Healthcare Staffing and 12 others

UP TO $2,462/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Labor Delivery Recovery PP RN

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Labor Delivery Recovery PP RN

Richmond, Kentucky
Baptist Healthcare System, Inc. - 801 Eastern Bypass
THP Healthcare Staffing and 13 others

UP TO $2,462/wk

Nights

3x12

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Labor Delivery Recovery PP RN

Richmond, Kentucky
Baptist Healthcare System, Inc. - 793 Eastern Bypass
THP Healthcare Staffing and 10 others

UP TO $2,483/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for Med Surg Tele RN

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Travel Contract

Med Surg Tele RN

Paducah, Kentucky
Baptist Healthcare System, Inc. - 2501 Kentucky Avenue
Care Team Solutions and 17 others

UP TO $2,451/wk

Nights

5x8

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Med Surg Tele RN

Paducah, Kentucky
Baptist Healthcare System, Inc. - 2501 Kentucky Avenue
Care Team Solutions and 15 others

UP TO $2,471/wk

Nights

5x8

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Kentucky Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,133/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Kentucky is $2,133 per week. This is 4% lower than the US average of $2,223.

Last updated on October 16, 2026. Based on 6,523 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 (355 jobs), TotalMed RN (204 jobs), and Trustaff (175 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 (308 jobs), Hardin Memorial Hospital (244 jobs), and Norton Hospital (228 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Saturday, October 17th 2026, Vivian has 66 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $44 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, October 17th 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, October 17th 2026, Vivian has 131 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $50 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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