Med/Surg RN in Somerset, Kentucky
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Somerset, KY
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,674/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Oct 5, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $46.50
- Weekly
- $1,674
- Yearly (full-time)
- $87,048
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $46.50/hour — 19% 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, 29 of them in Somerset.
- 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 Lake Cumberland Regional Hospital in Somerset, KY, for a 13-week travel contract as an RN on the Medical-Surgical unit. This role involves working 12-hour day shifts from 6:30 am to 7:00 pm, with guaranteed weekly hours. You'll be part of a state-of-the-art facility known for its cardiac and advanced neurosurgery programs, serving an 11-county area. The position offers an opportunity to work with experienced healthcare professionals in a hospital that emphasizes teamwork and excellence—plus, there's a weekly orientation to keep you aligned with hospital policies and procedures. Pack your professionalism and your sense of adventure—this is where your skills meet a memorable setting.
Weather:
The weather around this time of year typically features pleasant, moderate temperatures with mild days and cool evenings, creating a comfortable environment for work and outdoor activities.
Fun Things To Do:
- State Park Hiking: Explore the scenic trails at Lake Cumberland State Resort Park.
- Cumberland Falls Day Trip: Visit the "Niagara of the South" and enjoy waterfall views and nature walks.
- Boating on Lake Cumberland: Spend a day on the water with boating, kayaking, or fishing.
- Historical Tours: Discover local history at nearby museums and heritage sites.
- Horseback Riding Adventures: Experience the local equestrian culture with guided horseback rides.
Job Specifics:
Location: Somerset, KY
Shift: 12-hour days, 6:30 am - 7:00 pm
Duration: 13 weeks with guaranteed 36 hours per week
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