ER RN in Louisville, Kentucky
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Louisville, KY
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,013/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $55.92
- Weekly
- $2,013
- Yearly (full-time)
- $104,676
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $55.92/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, 36 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
- 619 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Kentucky from 5 agencies, 176 of them in Louisville.
- Pay in these listings: $31.70 – $81.36/hour, median $56.29/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Kentucky: $38.96/hour ($81,037/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: GHR Healthcare ($57.06/hour across 58 jobs).
Job description
Job Description:
This travel assignment is designed for an experienced Emergency Department Registered Nurse who is ready to provide thoughtful, hands-on care during overnight hours. You will assess and reassess patients, develop and update individualized plans of care, monitor responses to interventions, and coordinate with patients, families, and interdisciplinary teams. The role also includes patient and family education, delegation to licensed and non-licensed team members, mentoring and precepting, and participation in quality and safety initiatives. Epic experience and current BLS, ACLS, PALS, and NIH certifications are required. A steady hand and a well-timed cup of coffee can go a long way on this extended shift.
Weather:
Louisville typically offers crisp, comfortable days and cool evenings during this time of year, with changing temperatures and occasional rain. Layered clothing and a light rain jacket are useful for enjoying the area comfortably.
Fun Things To Do:
• Local Highlight: Visit the Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory.
• Outdoor Activity: Walk or cycle along the Louisville Waterfront Park.
• Local Culture: Explore the Kentucky Derby Museum and Churchill Downs area.
• Day Trip: Tour the historic bourbon distilleries and shops in Bardstown.
• Day Trip: Explore the trails and underground scenery at Mammoth Cave National Park.
Job Specifics:
City and State: Louisville, Kentucky
Shift: Mids, 3:00 PM–3:30 AM; weekends as needed
Duration: 13 weeks, 36 hours per week
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