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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit

  • Louisville, KY
  • Malone Healthcare - Nursing
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,440/week

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

Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry

  • Hazard, KY
  • Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$1,404/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
View job details for LTC RN
Travel Contract

LTC RN

  • Louisville, KY
  • Triage Staffing
  • 3x3 hrs

$1,398/week

3x3
View job details for Step Down RN
Travel Contract

Step Down RN

  • Hazard, KY
  • TotalMed RN
  • 3x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$1,390/week

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

  • Lexington, KY
  • Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing
  • 3x8 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$1,388/week

Days
3x8
Referral Bonus
Posted 1 day ago
View job details for PCU RN
Travel Contract

PCU RN

  • Bowling Green, KY
  • Uniti Med
  • 3x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$1,375/week

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 3 days ago
 Verified
View job details for PCU RN
Travel Contract

PCU RN

  • Bowling Green, KY
  • GQR Healthcare
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$1,375/week

Days
3x12
Posted 3 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Care (LTC) Long Term Care
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Care (LTC) Long Term Care

  • Hartford, KY
  • Health Advocates Network - Nursing
  • 3x12 hrs, Rotating

$1,354/week

Rotating
3x12
 Verified
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Care (LTC) Long Term Care
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Long Term Care (LTC) Long Term Care

  • Albany, KY
  • Health Advocates Network - Nursing
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$1,354/week

Days
3x12
 Verified
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

  • Louisville, KY
  • Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing
  • 3x8 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$1,351/week

Nights
3x8
Referral Bonus
View job details for RN - LTC
Travel Contract

RN - LTC

  • Albany, KY
  • Triage Staffing
  • 3x3 hrs

$1,318/week

3x3
View job details for Operating Room RN
Travel Contract

Operating Room RN

  • Lexington, KY
  • CrossMed
  • 3x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$1,305/week

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
Posted 1 day ago
View job details for OR RN
Travel Contract

OR RN

  • Louisville, KY
  • TotalMed RN
  • 3x8 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$1,295/week

Nights
3x8
Referral Bonus
View job details for OR RN
Travel Contract

OR RN

  • Lexington, KY
  • FlexCare Nursing
  • 3x8 hrs, Days

$1,282/week

Days
3x8
Posted 1 day ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

  • Louisville, KY
  • Sunbelt Staffing
  • 3x12 hrs, Evenings

$1,209/week

Evenings
3x12
Posted 5 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Behavioral Health
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Behavioral Health

  • Hopkinsville, KY
  • Cell Staff
  • 3x12 hrs

$1,128/week

3x12
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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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