- Open jobs
- 6
- Agencies hiring
- 3
- Median pay in listings
- $131/hour
- Pay range
- $131 – $131/hour
- Median wage in Kentucky (BLS)
- $59.07/hour
Nurse Practitioner
Nurse Practitioner
Nurse Practitioner
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Nurse Practitioner pay in Kentucky
The median wage for Nurse Practitioner jobs in Kentucky is $59.07 per hour ($122,866 a year full-time). Jobs on this page pay a median of $131/hour, from $131 to $131. Travel and contract jobs often pay more than staff positions because they include housing and meal stipends.
Source: U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Pay in listings is converted to an hourly rate assuming 36–40 hours a week.
License and requirements
You need an active nursing license that is valid in Kentucky. Kentucky is a Nurse Licensure Compact state: if your primary state of residence is also a compact state, your multistate license lets you work here without a new license. Check the latest status at nursecompact.com before you accept an offer.
Agencies hiring for Nurse Practitioner jobs in Kentucky
| Agency | Open jobs | Median pay |
|---|---|---|
| Health Advocates Network | 3 | $131/hr |
| Weatherby Healthcare | 2 | — |
| CompHealth | 1 | — |
Cities with the most Nurse Practitioner jobs
Lexington (2), Central City (1), Fredonia (1), Eddyville (1), Radcliff (1)
FAQ
How much does a Nurse Practitioner make in Kentucky?
The median wage for Nurse Practitioner jobs in Kentucky is $59.07 per hour (about $122,866 a year), according to the U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025. Nurse Practitioner jobs listed on ReferHire pay a median of $131 per hour.
How many Nurse Practitioner jobs are open in Kentucky?
6 Nurse Practitioner jobs from 3 staffing agencies are open on ReferHire right now.
What license do I need?
You need an active nursing license that is valid in Kentucky. Kentucky is a Nurse Licensure Compact state: if your primary state of residence is also a compact state, your multistate license lets you work here without a new license. Check the latest status at nursecompact.com before you accept an offer.