ICU/CCU/Critical Care RN in Hazard, Kentucky
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Hazard, KY
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,702/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $56.29
- Weekly
- $2,702
- Yearly (full-time)
- $140,504
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $56.29/hour — 44% above the median for Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Kentucky ($38.96/hour). The total includes tax-free housing and meal stipends, which staff jobs don't pay, so take-home pay is usually higher than the hourly figure suggests.
Estimated from the weekly pay in the listing, 48 hours a week; yearly = 52 weeks. Median wage: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025.
Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Kentucky right now
- 572 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Kentucky from 5 agencies, 32 of them in Hazard.
- Pay in these listings: $31.70 – $84.89/hour, median $56.36/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Kentucky: $38.96/hour ($81,037/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: GHR Healthcare ($56.56/hour across 40 jobs).
Job description
Job Description
Take your ICU nursing experience to Hazard, Kentucky, for a 13-week travel contract supporting critical-care patients in a hospital setting. This assignment is designed for an experienced Registered Nurse with at least two years of current ICU experience. You will work 12-hour shifts, primarily nights from 7:00 PM to 7:30 AM, while using Meditech EMR and practicing within your scope when floating is required. Every other weekend is required, and blocked scheduling cannot be accommodated. AHA BLS, ACLS, NIH certification, and a valid Kentucky or compact license are required.
Weather
Hazard typically offers pleasant conditions with comfortable daytime temperatures, cooler evenings, and occasional changes in weather. The surrounding hills and greenery make the area especially appealing for outdoor activities.
Fun Things To Do
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Local Exploration: Discover Hazard’s shops, restaurants, and community attractions.
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Outdoor Recreation: Enjoy hiking, scenic walks, and nature activities in the surrounding Appalachian landscape.
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Day Trip: Visit a nearby regional park or scenic mountain area for hiking and photography.
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Day Trip: Plan a drive to a nearby Kentucky town for local dining, shopping, and sightseeing.
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Scenic Drive: Take in the winding roads, wooded hills, and countryside surrounding Hazard.
Job Specifics
Location: Hazard, Kentucky
Shift: 12-hour rotating schedule; nights typically 7:00 PM–7:30 AM
Duration: 13 weeks
Hours: 48 hours per week
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