
NICU RN in Pikeville, Kentucky
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Pikeville, KY
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,564/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 28, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $53.42
- Weekly
- $2,564
- Yearly (full-time)
- $133,328
This job pays about $53.42/hour — 37% 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
- 643 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Kentucky from 5 agencies, 19 of them in Pikeville.
- Pay in these listings: $31.70 – $81.36/hour, median $56.36/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Kentucky: $38.96/hour ($81,037/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: AHS Staffing ($57.23/hour across 119 jobs).
Job description
Job Description:
This travel critical care nursing assignment in Pikeville, Kentucky, is designed for an RN experienced in caring for young adult, adult, and elderly patients with complex medical needs. Working 12-hour day shifts from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m., you will provide care for critically ill patients, manage airways, monitor cardiac status, administer medications, titrate specialized IV drips, support post-operative vascular surgery recovery, and care for patients with neurological, orthopedic, pulmonary, renal, gastrointestinal, and other critical conditions. The role also includes invasive monitoring, transfusion therapy, sedation, central venous catheter care, continuous renal replacement therapy, specialized procedures, and responding to inpatient code situations. This six-week contract offers a focused 48-hour weekly schedule and the opportunity to practice across a broad range of critical care needs.
Weather:
Pikeville typically offers crisp, comfortable days and cool evenings during this time of year, with colorful scenery, refreshing mountain air, and occasional rain. Layers and a light jacket are useful for enjoying outdoor activities.
Fun Things To Do:
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Mountain scenery: Enjoy scenic drives and outdoor walks through the surrounding Appalachian landscape.
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Local exploring: Visit Pikeville’s downtown area for restaurants, shops, and community events.
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Day trip—regional trails: Spend a day hiking, photographing overlooks, and exploring nearby mountain communities.
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Day trip—cultural outing: Plan a full-day visit to a nearby Kentucky town for local history, dining, and sightseeing.
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Relaxation: Enjoy a quiet evening with Appalachian views, local comfort food, or a casual coffee stop.
Job Specifics:
City and State: Pikeville, Kentucky
Shift: 12-hour days, 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Duration: 48 hours per week for 6 weeks
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