ER RN in Louisville, Kentucky
- Agency
- Atlas MedStaff
- Location
- Louisville, KY
- Job type
- Travel
- Pay
- $1,960/Per Week
- Profession
- Registered Nurse (RN)
- Industry
- Nursing & Healthcare
- Posted
- Sep 30, 2026
Pay breakdown
- Hourly
- $54.44
- Weekly
- $1,960
- Yearly (full-time)
- $101,920
- Contract length
- 13 weeks
This job pays about $54.44/hour — 40% 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 rewarding travel nursing opportunity that takes you to Louisville, Kentucky, where you can experience a vibrant city filled with rich history and welcoming neighborhoods. This 13-week night shift position offers a chance to work with a dedicated team, providing high-quality care in a setting that values professionalism and compassion. As an RN on this assignment, you will perform comprehensive assessments, develop and implement individualized plans of care, and act as a mentor to staff. The role requires your expertise in emergency preparedness, medication management, and patient education, all while enjoying the unique charm of Louisville.
Weather:
Louisville typically enjoys mild and temperate weather around this time, experiencing warm days with comfortable evenings, making it ideal for outdoor activities and exploring the city’s scenic parks and riverwalks.
Fun Things To Do:
- Visit the Louisville Mega Cavern for indoor adventure and zip-lining.
- Take a day trip to Mammoth Cave National Park to explore stunning underground caverns.
- Enjoy a scenic riverboat cruise along the Ohio River.
- Sample bourbon at the historic distilleries of the Kentucky Bourbon Trail.
- Explore the Louisville Slugger Museum & Factory to see the iconic baseball bats being crafted.
Job Specifics:
Location: Louisville, Kentucky
Shift: Nights, 18:45 - 07:15
Duration: 13 weeks
Weekly Hours: 36 hours
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