OR RN in Louisville, Kentucky
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Louisville, KY
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $2,226/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 16, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $61.83
- Weekly
- $2,226
- Yearly (full-time)
- $115,752
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $61.83/hour — 59% 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
- 571 open Registered Nurse (RN) jobs in Kentucky from 5 agencies, 180 of them in Louisville.
- Pay in these listings: $31.70 – $84.89/hour, median $56.36/hour.
- Typical Registered Nurse (RN) pay in Kentucky: $38.96/hour ($81,037/year, BLS).
- Highest median pay: Atlas MedStaff ($56.67/hour across 96 jobs).
Job description
Join us for a 13-week travel nursing adventure in Louisville, Kentucky, working day shifts from 6:30 am to 7:00 pm. This role offers the chance to apply your critical skills in a vibrant setting where you'll be responsible for assessing, developing, and evaluating patient care plans, while supervising licensed and non-licensed staff. You'll be a key player in delivering family-centered, evidence-based care, all while mentoring your colleagues and contributing to quality improvement initiatives. The work environment is engaging, and the city’s lively culture will make your stay memorable—plus, enjoy some fun local attractions along the way. This assignment provides a great balance between professional growth and discovering the rich heritage of Louisville.
Weather:
The weather around this time of year is typically mild with comfortable temperatures, making it ideal for outdoor activities and exploring the city’s many parks and historic sites.
Fun Things To Do:
- Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory Tour: Discover the history of America's iconic baseball bat.
- Cherokee Park Trail Walk: Enjoy scenic nature trails perfect for an afternoon stroll.
- Day Trip to Mammoth Cave National Park: Explore the world’s longest cave system on a guided tour.
- Visit the Kentucky Derby Museum: Learn about the legendary horse race at Churchill Downs.
- Louisville Waterfront Park: Relax by the river with beautiful urban views and outdoor festivals.
Job Specifics:
Location: Louisville, Kentucky
Shift: Day shift, 6:30 am to 7:00 pm
Duration: 13 weeks, 36 hours per week
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