Find Critical Care Travel Nursing Jobs Across Kentucky
4 Looking for high-paying ICU Travel Nurse Jobs in Kentucky updated 28 minutes ago? Travel jobs dates available between May 23, 2026 - Jun 27, 2026. Advantis Medical, the #1 travel nurse agency, has you covered. Our 700+ 5-star reviews and exclusive Gold Standard service make us the top choice for travel nursing jobs. Kentucky, known for its bustling cities like Louisville, Lexington, and Bowling Green, offers in-demand opportunities... for ICU RNs. Other top states for travel ICU jobs are California (14), Arizona (12), and Illinois (9). With a national shortage of ICU nurses and a growing healthcare industry in Kentucky, now is the perfect time to start your rewarding career in this essential specialty. Your ideal ICU travel nurse job in Kentucky is 1-click away! Apply now and secure your position in this exciting field.
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Top ICU RN Travel Jobs in Kentucky
ICU travel nursing jobs in Kentucky provide an exciting opportunity for experienced nurses to work in a variety of clinical settings. From bustling urban hospitals in Louisville and Lexington to rural clinics in Bowling Green and Owensboro, Kentucky offers a unique range of practice settings for ICU travel nurses. Whether you're looking to work in a busy teaching hospital or a smaller community healthcare facility, Kentucky has something to offer. With a high demand for ICU nurses and a supportive healthcare community, Kentucky is an excellent destination for travel nurses looking to advance their careers and make a difference in patient care.
Travel Nursing Jobs - Trending States
Based on current travel job openings, the top 5 highest-paying travel nurse job states are:
- California up to $3,483 per week
- Illinois up to $3,438 per week
- Kansas up to $3,408 per week
- Minnesota up to $3,398 per week
- Michigan up to $3,355 per week
Critical Care Travel Nursing Jobs in Kentucky – Pay Data
ICU Travel nurse jobs in Kentucky offers exciting opportunities in cities like Louisville, Lexington, and Bowling Green. With a low cost of living, ICU 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.
FAQs – ICU Travel Nurse Jobs in Kentucky
What license do you need for ICU travel nurse jobs in Kentucky?
To work ICU 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.
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
Nursys: Yes
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 are the highest-paying cities for ICU travel nurse jobs in Kentucky?
Based on current travel job openings, the top 5 highest-paying ICU travel nursing cities in Kentucky are:
How much do ICU travel nurse jobs in Kentucky pay?
How often are ICU travel nurse jobs in Kentucky updated on Advantis Medical?
We update our ICU travel nurse jobs Kentucky continuously throughout the day to ensure you always see the most current openings available. There are currently 4 ICU travel nursing jobs in Kentucky open and new jobs are added in real time as soon as they’re released.
Our job board is refreshed at least every 30 minutes, and the most recent ICU travel nursing jobs in Kentucky was posted just 28 minutes ago. Whether you're searching by specialty, location, or pay, Advantis Medical keeps your travel job search up to date and easy to navigate.
What are other specialties have the highest demand for travel nursing jobs in Kentucky?
If you're exploring travel nursing jobs in Kentucky, certain specialties stand out due to high demand across Kentucky. Based on our current openings, here are the specialties with the most active travel nursing jobs in Kentucky.
- Labor and Delivery with 7 open jobs
- Med Surg with 6 open jobs
- Operating Room with 5 open jobs
- PCU with 5 open jobs
- MedSurg/Tele with 5 open jobs
What are other states have the highest demand for ICU travel nursing jobs?
For ICU travel nursing jobs, these states have the most openings:
- California with 14 open jobs
- Arizona with 12 open jobs
- Illinois with 9 open jobs
- Iowa with 9 open jobs
- Colorado with 8 open jobs
What benefits come with ICU travel nursing jobs in Kentucky at Advantis Medical?
When working ICU travel nursing jobs with Advantis Medical, you receive premium benefits while on assignment. We’re proud to offer very competitive benefits in the industry, including:
- Day-one medical, dental, and vision coverage
- Weekly direct deposit & competitive pay
- 401(k) retirement plan options
- $1,000 Referral Bonus + $250 Bonus for Your Referral
- Onboarding, credentialing & licensing support
- Travel & housing stipends
- A dedicated Clinician Advocate Team for ongoing support