L&D RN in Hazard, Kentucky
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Hazard, KY
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,929/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $61.02
- Weekly
- $2,929
- Yearly (full-time)
- $152,308
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $61.02/hour — 57% 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
- 619 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Kentucky from 5 agencies, 36 of them in Hazard.
- 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
This travel registered nurse assignment supports Labor and Delivery, Postpartum, and Nursery services in a Level 1 acute-care setting. The nurse will care for patients across these areas, use the Meditech electronic medical record, and provide coverage within scope of practice when floating is needed. The assignment includes night shifts, rotating weekends, and a varied schedule based on department needs. Candidates should have at least two years of current Labor and Delivery experience, along with Postpartum and Nursery experience, BLS, ACLS, NRP, and Intermediate AWHONN fetal monitoring certification.
Weather:
Hazard typically offers crisp, cool weather during this time of year, with comfortable daytime temperatures, cooler evenings, colorful scenery, and occasional rain. Layers and a light jacket are useful for exploring the area.
Fun Things To Do:
• Local Exploration: Enjoy Hazard’s nearby outdoor scenery, walking areas, and small-town atmosphere.
• Scenic Drive: Take a relaxing drive through the surrounding Appalachian countryside.
• Day Trip—Lexington: Spend a day exploring Lexington’s shopping, dining, and cultural attractions.
• Day Trip—Red River Gorge: Plan an outdoor day trip for scenic overlooks, hiking, and sandstone landscapes.
• Regional Dining: Try locally owned restaurants and experience the area’s Appalachian flavors.
Job Specifics:
City and State: Hazard, Kentucky
Shift: Night, 3x12-hour shifts, 7:00 PM–7:30 AM; rotating schedule
Duration: 13 weeks; 48 hours per week
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