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

Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit

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

$2,088/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PCU - Progressive Care Unit

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

$2,088/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
View job details for Progressive Care Unit RN
Travel Contract

Progressive Care Unit RN

  • Lexington, KY
  • Nightingale Nurses
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,086/week

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
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Posted 2 days ago
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View job details for PCU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

PCU Registered Nurse

  • Lexington, KY
  • Nightingale Nurses
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,086/week

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
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View job details for Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

  • Ashland, KY
  • Trustaff
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,084/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 6 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - ED - Emergency Department

  • Ashland, KY
  • Trustaff
  • 3x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,084/week

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 6 days ago
View job details for Operating Room RN
Travel Contract

Operating Room RN

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

$2,083/week

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

  • Louisville, KY
  • Fusion Medical Staffing-Nursing
  • 5x8 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,082/week

Days
5x8
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 3 days ago
View job details for Cardiac Telemetry Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Cardiac Telemetry Registered Nurse

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

$2,081/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

  • Louisville, KY
  • LanceSoft
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$2,081/week

Days
3x12
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 7 days ago
View job details for Pediatric Psychology RN
Travel Contract

Pediatric Psychology RN

  • Louisville, KY
  • Cross Country Nurses
  • 5x8 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,080/week

Days
5x8
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 3 days ago
View job details for IMCU Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

IMCU Registered Nurse

  • Maysville, KY
  • Cross Country Nurses
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,080/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 11 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - OR - Operating Room

  • Bowling Green, KY
  • HealthTrust Workforce Solutions HCA
  • 3x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,079/week

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
View job details for Travel Operating Room Nurse
Travel Contract

Travel Operating Room Nurse

  • Bowling Green, KY
  • HealthTrust Workforce Solutions HCA
  • 3x12 hrs, Days
  • Referral Bonus

$2,079/week

Days
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 10 days ago
 Verified
View job details for Stepdown PCU RN
Travel Contract

Stepdown PCU RN

  • Lexington, KY
  • Coast Medical Service
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,078/week

Nights
3x12
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 13 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - PACU - Post Anesthesia Care

  • Louisville, KY
  • LanceSoft
  • 3x12 hrs, Days

$2,077/week

Days
3x12
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 8 days ago
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Stepdown
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Stepdown

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

$2,076/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Above Average Pay
Apply now
Posted 12 days ago
View job details for Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse
Travel Contract

Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse

  • Bowling Green, KY
  • LanceSoft
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights

$2,074/week

Nights
3x12
Apply now
View job details for Medical-Surgical Telemetry Nurse
Travel Contract

Medical-Surgical Telemetry Nurse

  • Pikeville, KY
  • ADEX Healthcare Staffing LLC
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,074/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Apply now
View job details for Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry
Travel Contract

Travel Nurse RN - Med Surg / Telemetry

  • Ashland, KY
  • Trustaff
  • 3x12 hrs, Nights
  • Referral Bonus

$2,073/week

Nights
3x12
Referral Bonus
Apply now
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Kentucky Travel Nursing Jobs Salary Insights

Average Travel Registered Nurse Salary

$2,076/week

The average salary for a Registered Nurse in Kentucky is $2,076 per week. This is 4% lower than the US average of $2,161.

Last updated on April 3, 2026. Based on 2,234 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 (210 jobs), TNAA TotalMed RN (73 jobs), and LanceSoft (68 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 Baptist Health Paducah (68 jobs), TriStar Greenview Regional Hospital (62 jobs), and Baptist Health Lexington (54 jobs).

Does Vivian have any staff Nursing jobs?

As of Sunday, April 5th 2026, Vivian has 7 Staff Nursing jobs listed. These jobs pay $43 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 Sunday, April 5th 2026, Vivian has 16 jobs listed for per diem Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $53 per hour on average and up to $59 per hour for the highest-paying role.

Does Vivian have any local contract Nursing jobs?

As of Sunday, April 5th 2026, Vivian has 43 listings for local contract Nursing jobs. These jobs pay $48 per hour on average, and up to $68 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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