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Intensive Care Unit Travel Nursing Jobs Kentucky for RNs

Top ICU Travel Nurse Jobs in Kentucky for Registered Nurse

AMN Healthcare can help you find the top ICU travel nurse jobs in Kentucky. We currently offer 13 of the best available ICU nurse travel jobs in the state. We also have 1 exclusive, high-paying Intensive Care Unit travel nurse job you won’t find anywhere else. Kentucky ICU travel jobs are currently available in cities like Hazard, Lexington, Prestonsburg, Harlan and Louisville. We have new jobs updating daily, so be sure to Apply Now so our specialists can make sure you get first crack. At AMN Healthcare, we’ve made it easy for you to compare Kentucky ICU nursing jobs by allowing you to filter based on salary, shift type, location or duration to find the right job for you.

The average wage for an Intensive Care Unit travel nurse in Kentucky as of May 1, 2025 was $1,945 weekly. Currently, you can find ICU jobs in Kentucky with a salary range between $1,491 to $2,406 per week. The city with the highest paying ICU job in Kentucky currently is Louisville with a position for a Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU at $1,946 per week.

There are many incredible hospital facilities in Kentucky to find ICU travel nursing work in. Greenview Regional Hospital in Bowling Green and Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center in Hazard all have ICU departments that may have jobs available.

If you have a specific start date in mind, we have a variety of options for ICU travel jobs in Kentucky. The earliest start date in Kentucky is Jun 30, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU role at $1,946 per week. The latest start date for an job in Kentucky is Jul 21, 2025 for a Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU role at $2,227 per week. You can also find the best time for you by sorting on “start date” in the list below.

There are a variety of contract lengths available for an Intensive Care Unit travel nurse job in Kentucky including 12 weeks and 13 weeks.

Kentucky is a popular place to work for ICU travel nurses, with great things to do, people to meet and places to see! You can learn more about travel nursing benefits here.

Top Cities in Kentucky with Travel Intensive Care Unit Jobs

AMN Healthcare currently has 13 Intensive Care Unit jobs in Kentucky and 302 Intensive Care Unit jobs nationwide. Be sure to check back daily for updates, or if you’re not finding what you’re looking for immediately, sign up for the AMN Passport App and we’ll connect you directly with a recruiter that can help expedite the process of finding your perfect opportunity.

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Highest Paying Intensive Care Unit RN Jobs in Hazard, KY

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Intensive Care Unit positions available in Hazard.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Hazard, Kentucky – 41701
  • 12 N,
  • July 14, 2025
  • 13
$2,183 to $2,406
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). You’ll find a challenging and rewarding environment where patient care is firmly rooted in compassion, innovation, and a drive for great outcomes. This highly esteemed facility welcomes creative, energetic caregivers.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Hazard, Kentucky – 41701
  • 12 N,
  • July 14, 2025
  • 13
$2,183 to $2,406
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). You’ll find a challenging and rewarding environment where patient care is firmly rooted in compassion, innovation, and a drive for great outcomes. This highly esteemed facility welcomes creative, energetic caregivers.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Hazard, Kentucky – 41701
  • 12 D,
  • July 14, 2025
  • 13
$1,879 to $2,071
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). You’ll find a challenging and rewarding environment where patient care is firmly rooted in compassion, innovation, and a drive for great outcomes. This highly esteemed facility welcomes creative, energetic caregivers.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Hazard, Kentucky – 41701
  • 12 N,
  • July 14, 2025
  • 13
$1,773 to $1,954
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right RN to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Highest Paying Intensive Care Unit RN Jobs in Louisville, KY

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Intensive Care Unit positions available in Louisville.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Louisville, Kentucky – 40202
  • 12 N,
  • July 14, 2025
  • 13
$1,766 to $1,946
Weekly Pay*
460 bed teaching hospital. Facility is an internationally renowned, high-tech tertiary referral center located in downtown Louisville, developing leading-edge advancements in a vast number of specialties and services.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Louisville, Kentucky – 40202
  • 12 N,
  • June 30, 2025
  • 13
$1,766 to $1,946
Weekly Pay*
460 bed teaching hospital. Facility is an internationally renowned, high-tech tertiary referral center located in downtown Louisville, developing leading-edge advancements in a vast number of specialties and services.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Louisville, Kentucky – 40202
  • 12 N,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,766 to $1,946
Weekly Pay*
460 bed teaching hospital. Facility is an internationally renowned, high-tech tertiary referral center located in downtown Louisville, developing leading-edge advancements in a vast number of specialties and services.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Louisville, Kentucky – 40202
  • 12 N,
  • July 7, 2025
  • 13
$1,766 to $1,946
Weekly Pay*
This outstanding unit is looking for the right person to join their team of compassionate and driven health care professionals. Join this highly motivated team of caregivers and enjoy a challenging and welcoming environment based on optimal patient care.
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Highest Paying Intensive Care Unit RN Jobs in Bowling Green, KY

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Intensive Care Unit positions available in Bowling Green.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Bowling Green, Kentucky – 42104
  • 12 N,
  • July 4, 2025
  • 13
$1,491 to $1,643
Weekly Pay*
211-bed hospital serving Southern Kentucky and surrounding areas. Recognized by the Joint Commission as a Top Performer The facility is also an Accredited Chest Pain Center and a Certified Primary Stroke Center.
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Highest Paying Intensive Care Unit RN Jobs in Harlan, KY

AMN Healthcare currently has travel Intensive Care Unit positions available in Harlan.
travel Compact State
Registered Nurse – Intensive Care – ICU
  • Harlan, Kentucky – 40831
  • 12 N,
  • July 14, 2025
  • 13
$1,773 to $1,954
Weekly Pay*
This position presents an opportunity to join an elite team of passionate physicians and nurses within the Intensive Care Unit (ICU). You’ll find a challenging and rewarding environment where patient care is firmly rooted in compassion, innovation, and a drive for great outcomes. This highly esteemed facility welcomes creative, energetic caregivers.
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Statistics on ICU Jobs in Kentucky

Review helpful statistics about ICU traveling nurse jobs in Kentucky. The data is based on the last three complete months of ICU job postings in the state of Kentucky. It is regularly updated, so you can find the most recent Intensive Care Unit job salary trends, the types of shifts and contract durations most commonly available in Kentucky for travel nursing jobs.

Salary Range

Salary Trends

Jobs by Facility types

Frequently Asked Questions about Travel Intensive Care Unit Jobs in Kentucky

How much does an Intensive Care Unit travel nurse make on average in Kentucky?

An ICU nurse in Kentucky can make an average of $1,875 per week.

How much does a night shift ICU travel nurse make on average in Kentucky?

A: A 12 Hour Night shift Intensive Care Unit nurse in Kentucky can make an average of $1,873 per week based on recent job availability.

How much does a day shift ICU travel nurse make on average in Kentucky?

A: A 12 Hour Day shift Intensive Care Unit nurse in Kentucky can make an average of $1,878 per week based on recent job availability. Learn more about Travel Nursing Salaries.

How many travel Intensive Care Unit jobs are available in Kentucky?

There are currently 13 Intensive Care Unit travel nursing jobs available in Kentucky. We also get new jobs daily, so be sure to apply now and a recruiter will help you find the perfect fit as jobs become available.

What healthcare facilities have RN Intensive Care Unit staff in Kentucky?

  • Greenview Regional Hospital in Bowling Green
  • Imperial County Behavioral Health Services in Louisville
  • Norton Brownsboro Hospital in Louisville
  • UofL Health – University of Louisville Hospital in Louisville
  • Paintsville ARH Hospital in Paintsville

What types of shifts are most common for ICU travel nursing jobs in Kentucky?

Based on the last 6 months of data, 12 Hour Night shifts were the most common shifts in Kentucky cities.

What is the most common contract duration for ICU travel jobs in Kentucky?

Based on recent months, the most common contract for an Intensive Care Unit travel job in Kentucky is 13 weeks.

Locating ICU Travel Nursing Jobs in Kentucky

In Kentucky, cities like Bowling Green, Georgetown, Lexington, Lexington-Fayette, and Louisville have travel ICU nursing jobs and traveling nurse housing available. It’s a great state to work in, hosting facilities like Greenview Regional Hospital, Imperial County Behavioral Health Services, Norton Brownsboro Hospital, UofL Health – University of Louisville Hospital and Paintsville ARH Hospital, all with nurse specialties and Intensive Care Unit staff.

Healthcare Facilities in Kentucky that offer Travel Intensive Care Unit Jobs

These are just examples of some of the healthcare facilities in and around the Kentucky area that have historically offered travel jobs for Intensive Care Unit professionals.
Imperial County Behavioral Health Services
Greenview Regional Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 10 D, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
13 wks
Address
1801 Ashley Circle
Bowling Green, KY 42104
Norton Brownsboro Hospital
Shifts
8 D, 8 N, 12 D, 12 E, and 12 N
Job Durations
11 wks, 12 wks, and 13 wks
Address
4960 Norton Healthcare Blvd
Louisville, KY 40241
Jackson Purchase Medical Center
Shifts
12 D and 12 N
Job Durations
11 wks and 13 wks
Address
1099 Medical Center Cir
Mayfield, KY 42066
Paintsville ARH Hospital
Shifts
12 D and 12 N
Job Durations
13 wks
Address
625 James Trimble Blvd
Paintsville, KY 41240
* Estimate of payments is intended for informational purposes and includes hourly wages, as well as reimbursements for meal & incidental expenses and housing expenses incurred on behalf of the Company. Please speak with a recruiter for additional details.