Med/Surg RN in Lexington, Kentucky
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Lexington, KY
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,865/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 27, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $51.81
- Weekly
- $1,865
- Yearly (full-time)
- $96,980
- Schedule
- 3 × 12-hour shifts
This job pays about $51.81/hour — 33% 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, 58 of them in Lexington.
- 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:
Join a travel assignment as a Medical-Surgical Registered Nurse providing care on a general medical-surgical floor while floating to Telemetry units as needed. This role offers a day-shift schedule of three 12-hour shifts per week, with opportunities to support a variety of adult patients and clinical needs. ACLS, BLS, and at least one year of experience are required; prior travel experience is preferred but not required. Travelers should be prepared to work three of the five winter holidays during the assignment.
Weather:
Lexington typically offers crisp, comfortable fall weather around this time of year, with cool mornings, mild afternoons, and colorful scenery that is well suited for exploring the area.
Fun Things To Do:
• Horse Country: Explore Lexington’s renowned horse farms and equestrian traditions.
• Downtown Lexington: Enjoy local restaurants, shops, galleries, and historic streets.
• Red River Gorge Day Trip: Spend the day hiking, sightseeing, and enjoying scenic overlooks.
• Louisville Day Trip: Visit museums, waterfront attractions, and local dining destinations.
• Keeneland Area: Take in the picturesque grounds and experience a signature Lexington attraction.
Job Specifics:
City and State: Lexington, Kentucky
Shift: Day shift, 3x12 hours per week, 07:00–19:30
Duration: 36 hours per week for 14 weeks
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