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$180 - $240/hr

CRNA Summary: This position will collaborate closely with pediatric surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare providers to assess, plan, and administer anesthesia that is tailored to the ...

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$60 - $107/hr

We are looking for an RN Care Coordinator as an addition to the Optum Insight ACO Practice Extend Team. You will work alongside our Care Team's Clinical Pharmacist and Clinical Administrative ...

$82.66/hr

The Clinical Appeals RN is responsible for attending appeal hearings, defending MassHealth prior authorization decisions, and performing pre-service/prior authorization clinical coverage review of ...

$110 - $140/hr

Current Registered Nurse license to practice in Ohio.; Current APRN license to practice in Ohio. Psych/ Mental Health Nurse Practitioner or Clinical Nurse Specialist Physical Demands * Standing ...

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Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry

Paducah, KY · On-site

$1.9K - $2.7K/wk

TNAA TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Paducah, Kentucky. & Requirements * Specialty: Telemetry * Discipline: RN * Duration: 18 weeks * 36 hours per week

Travel Nurse RN - Telemetry

Paducah, KY · On-site

$1.9K - $2.7K/wk

TNAA TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Paducah, Kentucky. & Requirements * Specialty: Telemetry * Discipline: RN * Duration: 18 weeks * 36 hours per week

$49.59/hr

We are hiring a RN and/or board certified health coach Fully remote, starting part-time under probation with quick expansion to full-time position. We are looking for a coach in the field of ...

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Travel Telemetry RN

Bowling Green, KY · On-site

$1.9K - $2.6K/wk

TNAA TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Bowling Green, Kentucky. & Requirements * Specialty: Telemetry * Discipline: RN * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per ...

Travel Telemetry RN

Louisville, KY · On-site

$1.9K - $2.6K/wk

TNAA TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Louisville, Kentucky. & Requirements * Specialty: Telemetry * Discipline: RN * Duration: 15 weeks * 36 hours per ...

Travel Telemetry RN

Louisville, KY · On-site

$1.9K - $2.6K/wk

TNAA TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Louisville, Kentucky. & Requirements * Specialty: Telemetry * Discipline: RN * Duration: 16 weeks * 36 hours per ...

Travel Telemetry RN

Louisville, KY · On-site

$1.9K - $2.6K/wk

TNAA TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Louisville, Kentucky. & Requirements * Specialty: Telemetry * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 09/20/2026 * Duration ...

Travel Telemetry RN

Louisville, KY · On-site

$1.9K - $2.6K/wk

TNAA TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Louisville, Kentucky. & Requirements * Specialty: Telemetry * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 09/13/2026 * Duration ...

Travel Telemetry RN

Louisville, KY · On-site

$1.9K - $2.6K/wk

TNAA TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Louisville, Kentucky. & Requirements * Specialty: Telemetry * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 09/27/2026 * Duration ...

Travel Telemetry RN

Louisville, KY · On-site

$1.9K - $2.6K/wk

TNAA TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Louisville, Kentucky. & Requirements * Specialty: Telemetry * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 09/20/2026 * Duration ...

Travel Telemetry RN

Bowling Green, KY · On-site

$1.9K - $2.6K/wk

TNAA TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Bowling Green, Kentucky. & Requirements * Specialty: Telemetry * Discipline: RN * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per ...

Travel Telemetry RN

Louisville, KY · On-site

$1.9K - $2.6K/wk

TNAA TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Louisville, Kentucky. & Requirements * Specialty: Telemetry * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 09/13/2026 * Duration ...

Travel Telemetry RN

Lexington, KY · On-site

$1.7K - $2.4K/wk

TNAA TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Lexington, Kentucky. & Requirements * Specialty: Telemetry * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 09/28/2026 * Duration: 13 ...

Travel Telemetry RN

Louisville, KY · On-site

$1.9K - $2.6K/wk

TNAA TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Louisville, Kentucky. & Requirements * Specialty: Telemetry * Discipline: RN * Start Date: 09/13/2026 * Duration ...

TNAA TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN Pediatrics for a travel nursing job in Somerset, Kentucky. & Requirements * Specialty: Pediatrics * Discipline: RN * Duration: 13 weeks * 36 hours per ...

Travel MS/Tele RN

Prestonsburg, KY · On-site

$2.1K - $2.9K/wk

TNAA TotalMed RN is seeking a travel nurse RN Med Surg / Telemetry for a travel nursing job in Prestonsburg, Kentucky. & Requirements * Specialty: Med Surg / Telemetry * Discipline: RN * Duration: 13 ...

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How much do rn jobs pay per hour?

As of Aug 30, 2026, the average hourly pay for rn in Kentucky is $36.69, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $27.36 and $43.41 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an RN?

Registered Nurses (RNs) are licensed healthcare professionals who provide patient care, educate patients and the public about health conditions, and offer emotional support to patients and their families. They work in various settings such as hospitals, clinics, nursing homes, schools, and community health organizations. RNs are responsible for administering medications, monitoring patient health, coordinating with doctors and other healthcare professionals, and creating care plans to ensure the best possible patient outcomes.

What does an RN do?

An RN, short for Registered Nurse, works closely with doctors to provide patient care for illnesses and injuries. RNs are often the first medical professional the patient sees when entering a health care facility. As an RN, you can ask the patient questions and document their health history, but you are not allowed to diagnose patients; after the doctor or other supervising health care professional has determined what problem needs to be treated, you help administer treatment. Your job duties may include administering medications, checking patient vital signs, and charting medical records. RNs also advise patients and families about at-home care for medical conditions as well as disease prevention.

What are some common challenges RNs face when adjusting to shift work schedules?

Registered Nurses often work in environments that require round-the-clock care, leading to rotating shifts, night shifts, or extended hours. This can present challenges such as disrupted sleep patterns, difficulty maintaining work-life balance, and managing fatigue. Employers typically offer resources like scheduling flexibility, wellness programs, and peer support to help RNs adapt. Building strong time management skills and prioritizing self-care are important strategies for thriving in these dynamic schedules.

What are the most commonly searched types of Rn jobs in Kentucky?

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What cities in Kentucky are hiring for Rn jobs?

Cities in Kentucky with the most Rn job openings:

Infographic showing various Rn job openings in Kentucky as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 2% As Needed, 54% Full Time, 10% Part Time, 7% Temporary, and 27% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $76,315 per year, or $36.7 per hour.

Certified Registered Nurse Anesthetist

Registered Nurse

On-site

$180 - $240/hr

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Job description

CRNA

Summary:

This position will collaborate closely with pediatric surgeons, anesthesiologists, and other healthcare providers to assess, plan, and administer anesthesia that is tailored to the unique physiological needs of pediatric patients. This includes conducting comprehensive pre-anesthetic evaluations, discussing anesthesia options with patients' families, and providing age-appropriate education and reassurance to both the patient and their caregivers.

Responsibilities:

  • Conduct thorough pre-anesthetic evaluations, including reviewing the patient's medical history, laboratory results, and current medications.
  • Assess and identify any potential anesthesia risks or complications, discuss anesthesia options with patients, develop individualized anesthesia care plans and obtain informed consent
  • Administer a variety of anesthetic techniques, including general, regional, and local anesthesia, as well as sedation, perform spinal, epidural, and peripheral nerve blocks.
  • Induce and maintain anesthesia during surgical, therapeutic, diagnostic, and obstetrical procedures. Monitor the patient's physiological responses to anesthesia and adjust anesthetic levels accordingly to ensure safety and comfort. Implement rapid sequence intubation (RSI) and manage difficult airways when necessary.
  • Provide post-anesthesia care, ensuring safe emergence from anesthesia, manage post-operative conditions.
  • Respond to code situations and provide emergency airway management, vascular access, and resuscitative efforts as part of the code team.
  • Educate patients and their families on the anesthesia process, potential risks, and post-operative care instructions, and provide guidance on recovery expectations, managing post-operative pain, and warning signs for complications.
  • Collaborate with anesthesiologists, surgeons, and other healthcare professionals to ensure seamless perioperative care.
  • Participate in teaching and mentoring nurse anesthesia students, residents, or newly hired CRNAs.

Other information:

Education and Experience:

  • Education: Master's degree in related field is required; Doctorate degree is preferred.
  • Certification: Registered Nurse licensure, CRNA certification, Council on Certification of Nurse Anesthetists certification, BLS, PALS, and ACLS certification is required.
  • Years of relevant experience: 0 to 2 years is preferred.

Full Time

FTE: 1.000000

Status: Onsite

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