Travel RN Jobs in Kentucky Newly Released
Explore 79 travel nurse jobs in Kentucky, updated 25 minutes ago! Fresh openings include 10 ICU, 10 PCU, and 9 Med Surg travel nursing jobs in Kentucky. Advantis Medical partners with top hospitals in Louisville, Hazard, and Maysville. As the #1 agency, we offer high-paying travel nursing jobs in Kentucky, with rates up to 18% above staff positions. New jobs post daily, with start dates from Mar 22, 2026... to Apr 26, 2026. Launch your Bluegrass State journey with Advantis, praised by thousands of nurses (700+ 5-star reviews). 1-Click apply or subscribe to Kentucky job alerts for first access to top jobs!
57 Open Travel Nursing Jobs in Kentucky – March 12th
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Travel Nurse Jobs in Kentucky
Kentucky is seeing increased demand for travel nurses due to its mix of rural and urban healthcare needs. Facilities from academic medical centers to community hospitals offer competitive pay, flexible scheduling and quick starts. Larger Kentucky cities like Louisville and Lexington get high volume staffing while smaller cities and towns offer lower cost of living and close-knit teams. Current openings at premier facilities: UofL- Jewish Hospital, Norton Healthcare- Women's and Children's, and Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center. Kentucky is a Nurse Licensure Compact state which means qualified candidates from other compact states can onboard quickly, reducing the time between offer and start date. Travel nurse assignments in Kentucky offer competitive pay, rewarding patient care experiences, and travel friendly facilities.
Kentucky is a great state for travel nurses who want variety—whether that’s hiking in Red River Gorge, eating local farm to table food or attending the Kentucky Derby. Travel RN’s can live in urban apartments in Louisville, historic neighborhoods in Lexington or small town settings. Kentucky is also central to other states for weekend getaways. In addition to affordable living, Kentucky’s welcoming communities and slower pace in rural areas is a nice balance to a travel nurse’s busy schedule. Travel nurse assignments in Kentucky offer both professional fulfillment and personal enjoyment.
Travel Nursing Jobs - Trending States
Based on current travel job openings, the top 5 highest-paying travel nurse job states are:
- California up to $3,496 per week
- North Dakota up to $3,494 per week
- Illinois up to $3,481 per week
- Ohio up to $3,475 per week
- Virginia up to $3,463 per week
Why Travel Nursing Jobs in Kentucky Are Worth It
Travel nurse jobs in Kentucky offers exciting opportunities in cities like Louisville, Lexington, and Bowling Green. With a low cost of living, travel nurses can stretch their earnings while working in top healthcare facilities. The state is known for its stunning landscapes, from the rolling hills of horse country to scenic hiking in the Appalachian Mountains. Travelers can also enjoy world-famous attractions like the Kentucky Derby and Bourbon Trail. For those looking for affordable nursing jobs with Southern charm and outdoor adventure, Kentucky is an ideal destination.
Kentucky Travel Nursing Jobs – FAQs
What license is needed to work as a travel nurse in Kentucky?
Kentucky is part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC). If you already hold a valid compact multistate RN license, you're eligible to work travel nurse jobs in Kentucky without additional paperwork. Nurses from non-compact states will need to apply for licensure by endorsement through the Kentucky Board of Nursing.
Kentucky Board of Nursing
Contact information
Website: https://kbn.ky.gov/Pages/index.aspx
Phone: 502.429.3300 or 800.305.2042
Fees
License by Exam: $125 (+$200 exam fee) (+$40 if paper application)
License by Endorsement: $165 (+$40 if paper application)
Renewal: $65
Background Check/Fingerprinting: $51.25
Timing
Processing Time: 2 weeks
Valid for: one year (perm) six months (temp)
Renewal Schedule: annually between September 15 – October 31
General Information
Nurse Licensure Compact: Yes
Nursys: Yes
CEU Requirements: CEU Requirements: three contact hours of domestic violence training, 1.5 contact hours of Pediatric Abusive Head Trauma training, 2 contact hours of suicide prevention training, and 1.5 contact hours of Implicit Bias training within 3 years
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What’s the average weekly pay for travel RN jobs in Kentucky?
Which healthcare systems does Advantis Medical work with in Kentucky?
Which cities offer the highest pay for travel nurses in Kentucky?
Top-paying travel RN contracts in Kentucky are currently found in:
Urban and academic medical centers often offer the most competitive packages.
What specialties are most in demand for travel nurses in Kentucky?
There’s strong demand in Kentucky for skilled RNs in the following specialties:
If you're exploring travel nurse jobs Kentucky, certain specialties stand out due to high demand across Kentucky’s top healthcare facilities. Based on our current openings, here are the specialties with the most active travel nursing jobs in Kentucky.
For Travel RN Jobs, these specialties have the most openings:
- ICU with 10 open jobs
- PCU with 10 open jobs
- Med Surg with 9 open jobs
- Telemetry with 7 open jobs
- Cath Lab with 7 open jobs
For LPN Travel Jobs, these specialties are in highest demand:
- No LPN specialties currently available
For Travel Allied Health Jobs, top openings include:
- Physical Therapy with 8 open jobs
- X-Ray Tech with 7 open jobs
- MRI Tech with 2 open jobs
- CT Tech with 2 open jobs
Looking for something specific? Click any of the specialties above to explore travel nurse jobs Kentucky by specialty and start your next adventure.
Tele, Med Surg, and critical care units are especially active in both rural and urban hospitals.
Does Advantis help with housing for assignments in Kentucky?
What benefits does Advantis Medical provide for Kentucky travel nurses?
When you take a travel contract in Kentucky with Advantis, you get access to top benefits:
- Weekly direct deposit and competitive compensation
- Day One Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
- Help with travel & housing accommodations
- Dedicated licensing, onboarding, and credentialing team
- $500 referral bonuses for each friend you bring on assignment