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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Kentucky Travel Nursing Jobs

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PACU Registered Nurse

Louisville, Kentucky
Norton Hospital
Meda Health and 13 others

UP TO $2,190/wk

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View job details for RN Step Down/Telemetry

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RN Step Down/Telemetry

Henderson, Kentucky
Methodist Hospital
Assured Nursing and 9 others

UP TO $2,164/wk

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View job details for Step Down/Telemetry Registered Nurse

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Step Down/Telemetry Registered Nurse

Henderson, Kentucky
Methodist Hospital
TNAA TotalMed RN and 1 other

UP TO $2,154/wk

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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

UP TO $2,137/wk

Nights

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View job details for Medical-Surgical RN

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Medical-Surgical RN

Mayfield, Kentucky
Jackson Purchase Medical Center
Premier Medical Staffing Services and 16 others

UP TO $2,135/wk

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View job details for Preop/PACU RN

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Preop/PACU RN

Somerset, Kentucky
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital
Meda Health and 18 others

UP TO $2,109/wk

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View job details for Registered Nurse - PICU

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Registered Nurse - PICU

Somerset, Kentucky
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital
American Traveler and 19 others

UP TO $2,080/wk

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View job details for Operating Room RN

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Operating Room RN

Bowling Green, Kentucky
TriStar Greenview Regional Hospital
TalentBurst, Inc and 24 others

UP TO $2,079/wk

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View job details for Rehabilitation Registered Nurse

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Rehabilitation Registered Nurse

Somerset, Kentucky
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital
LifePoint and 2 others

UP TO $2,074/wk

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View job details for Rehabilitation Registered Nurse

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Rehabilitation Registered Nurse

Somerset, Kentucky
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital
Meda Health and 13 others

UP TO $2,074/wk

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View job details for Rehabilitation RN

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Rehabilitation RN

Somerset, Kentucky
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital
Meda Health and 15 others

UP TO $2,074/wk

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View job details for Pediatric RN

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Pediatric RN

Somerset, Kentucky
Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital
American Traveler and 12 others

UP TO $2,074/wk

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View job details for Emergency Department RN

21 agencies can help you get this contract

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Emergency Department RN

Mayfield, Kentucky
Jackson Purchase Medical Center
Anders Group and 20 others

UP TO $2,050/wk

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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Home Health

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Travel Nurse RN - Home Health

Albany, Kentucky
Hh Ky Albany
CoreMedical Group and 5 others

UP TO $2,026/wk

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View job details for Medical-Surgical RN

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Travel Contract

Medical-Surgical RN

Mayfield, Kentucky
Jackson Purchase Medical Center
Host Healthcare and 2 others

UP TO $2,022/wk

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View job details for Medical-Surgical RN

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Travel Contract

Medical-Surgical RN

Mayfield, Kentucky
Jackson Purchase Medical Center
Meda Health and 3 others

UP TO $2,022/wk

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View job details for ICU RN

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ICU RN

Bowling Green, Kentucky
TriStar Greenview Regional Hospital
Health Advocates Network - Nursing and 33 others

UP TO $2,011/wk

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View job details for Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse

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Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse

Lexington, Kentucky
University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital
Triage Staffing and 4 others

UP TO $1,973/wk

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View job details for CVICU Registered Nurse

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CVICU Registered Nurse

Lexington, Kentucky
University of Kentucky Albert B. Chandler Hospital
Triage Staffing and 1 other

UP TO $2,032/wk

Nights

3x12

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View job details for ICU Registered Nurse

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Travel Contract

ICU Registered Nurse

Frankfort, Kentucky
Frankfort Regional Medical Center
Health Advocates Network - Nursing and 32 others

UP TO $1,914/wk

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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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