Travel Nurse Jobs in Kentucky Updated Hourly

To work travel nurse jobs in Kentucky, you must hold an active RN license. Kentucky is not currently part of the Nurse Licensure Compact (NLC), so out-of-state nurses must apply for licensure by endorsement to work in Kentucky.

Based on current travel nurse job openings, the top 5 highest-paying travel nursing cities in Kentucky are:

• Pikeville up to $2,330 Weekly
• Louisville up to $2,295 Weekly
• Winchester up to $2,209 Weekly
• Paducah up to $2,205 Weekly
• Mayfield up to $2,181 Weekly

Travel nurse jobs in Kentucky come with flexible housing support when you work with Advantis Medical. We provide a generous housing stipend so you can choose where and how you want to live. Whether it’s a furnished apartment, an extended stay, or a short-term rental in, we’ll help you feel at home.

Our travel coordinators can recommend housing that fits your preferences—or take care of the entire setup for you. You’ll also get help coordinating travel so your transition is seamless. Want help planning your stay? Browse housing resources.

When you take travel nurse jobs in Kentucky with Advantis Medical, you gain access to some of the most competitive benefits in the industry. Trusted by thousands of RNs and backed by 700+ 5-star reviews, Advantis ensures every travel nurse in Kentucky receives full support, premium pay, and the flexibility to thrive.

Travel nurse benefits with Advantis Medical include:

• Day One Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision & 401(k)
• Weekly direct deposit and competitive compensation
• Dedicated team to help with travel & housing accommodations
• Licensing, onboarding, and credentialing help
• $500 referral bonuses for each friend you bring on assignment

Want to explore everything that comes with an Advantis contract? View our full travel nurse benefits here.

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:

• PCU with 12 open jobs
• ICU with 10 open jobs
• Inpatient Rehab with 9 open jobs
• ER with 7 open jobs
• Med Surg with 5 open jobs

For LPN Travel Jobs, these specialties are in highest demand:

• LPN with 1 open job

For Travel Allied Health Jobs, top openings include:

• Physical Therapy with 3 open jobs
• CT Tech with 4 open jobs
• Respiratory Therapist 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.

Travel nurse jobs Kentucky offer competitive compensation, flexible contract lengths, and hundreds of openings across the state. As of May 14, 2025, travel nurses in Kentucky earn an average of $1,998 weekly, depending on specialty, experience, and location. Most travel nursing contracts in Kentucky run for 13-week assignments, giving you a balanced mix of stability and flexibility. Looking for options? There are currently 64 active travel nurse job openings in Kentucky, with new opportunities added daily.

With demand across specialties like PCU, ICU, and Inpatient Rehab, Travel nurse jobs Kentucky offer a rewarding career path with endless possibilities.