Clinic Registered Nurse Jobs in Kentucky
Clinic Registered Nurse jobs in Kentucky are consistently in demand, concentrated across primary care clinics, federally qualified health centers, and outpatient specialty practices serving both urban and rural communities at every experience level from new graduate to senior clinician. Louisville, Lexington, and Bowling Green are the largest hiring metros, with established employers such as Norton Healthcare, University of Kentucky HealthCare, and Baptist Health actively recruiting clinic registered nurses across their ambulatory and specialty clinic networks. Chronic disease management, pediatric primary care, and women's health are among the most sought-after specialties in Kentucky clinic settings. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Deaconess Endocrinology Clinics offer in office thyroid ultrasounds, bone densitometry, diabetes education and management, test, diagnosis and management of other endocrine disorders. The Clinic Medical Assistant assist with patients who present with urgent, emergent or potential health problems as well as preventive care. Services will include, but are not limited to, general patient care, assistance with procedures, documentation of activities and patient/family education.
Additional duties as needed:
- Phone nurse support for 1 Physician and 1 APP
- Prior Authorizations support
- Referral review support
- Exam room turnover
Requirement:
Graduation certificate from an accredited Medical Assistant program or graduation from an accredited nursing program required.
- CPR certification is required
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Experience preferred but not required.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Current certification/license from one of the below:
Certified Medical Assistant- American Association of Medical Assistants
Registered Medical Assistant- American Medical Technologist
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant- National Health career Association
National Certified Medical Assistant- National Center for Competency Testing
Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant- National Association for Health Professionals
Registered Medical Assistant- American Allied Health
Certified Medical Assistant Clinical- American Medical Certification Association
Active LPN license in state of employment
Active RN license in state of employment
Shift: Days, Fridays and weekends off
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Thursday
Location: Deaconess Endocrinology Clinic - Henderson (Medical Office Building 2) - 1413 N. Elm St., Suite 106, Henderson, Kentucky, 42420
Pay Ranges:
CMA/RMA: $19.14-$26.79
Clinic LPN: $22.32-$31.25
Clinic RN: $26.04-$36.45
Job Overview:
Deaconess Endocrinology Clinics offer in office thyroid ultrasounds, bone densitometry, diabetes education and management, test, diagnosis and management of other endocrine disorders. The Clinic Medical Assistant assist with patients who present with urgent, emergent or potential health problems as well as preventive care. Services will include, but are not limited to, general patient care, assistance with procedures, documentation of activities and patient/family education.
Additional duties as needed:
- Phone nurse support for 1 Physician and 1 APP
- Prior Authorizations support
- Referral review support
- Exam room turnover
Requirement:
Graduation certificate from an accredited Medical Assistant program or graduation from an accredited nursing program required.
- CPR certification is required
-
Experience preferred but not required.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Current certification/license from one of the below:
Certified Medical Assistant- American Association of Medical Assistants
Registered Medical Assistant- American Medical Technologist
Certified Clinical Medical Assistant- National Health career Association
National Certified Medical Assistant- National Center for Competency Testing
Nationally Registered Certified Medical Assistant- National Association for Health Professionals
Registered Medical Assistant- American Allied Health
Certified Medical Assistant Clinical- American Medical Certification Association
Active LPN license in state of employment
Active RN license in state of employment
Shift: Days, Fridays and weekends off
Hours: Full-time, 40 hours per week, Monday through Thursday
Location: Deaconess Endocrinology Clinic - Henderson (Medical Office Building 2) - 1413 N. Elm St., Suite 106, Henderson, Kentucky, 42420
Pay Ranges:
CMA/RMA: $19.14-$26.79
Clinic LPN: $22.32-$31.25
Clinic RN: $26.04-$36.45
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What Kentucky Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in clinic registered nurse jobs across Kentucky.
- Active registered nurse license issued or recognized by the Kentucky Board of Nursing
- Associate or bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited program
- Current BLS certification required prior to start date
- One or more years of clinical nursing experience in an outpatient or ambulatory setting
- Proficiency with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
- Strong patient education skills and experience managing chronic disease populations
Clinic Registered Nurse Jobs in Kentucky: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a clinic registered nurse in Kentucky?
You become a clinic registered nurse in Kentucky by earning an associate or bachelor's degree in nursing from an accredited program, passing the NCLEX-RN examination, and obtaining licensure through the Kentucky Board of Nursing. Kentucky is a Nurse Licensure Compact member state, so nurses already licensed in another compact state may practice in Kentucky without obtaining a separate Kentucky license. Most clinic employers also require BLS certification before your start date.
How much do clinic registered nurses make in Kentucky?
Clinic registered nurses in Kentucky earn a median of about $81,040 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $64,170 for the lowest 10% to over $111,750 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire clinic registered nurses in Kentucky?
Companies currently hiring clinic registered nurses in Kentucky include Baptist Health System KY & IN, Deaconess Health System, and One Senior Care, per current listings on MigrateAte as of October 2026. Kentucky's large integrated health systems, federally qualified health centers, and independent specialty clinic groups are consistent sources of clinic nursing openings across the state.
Which Kentucky cities have the most clinic registered nurse jobs?
Lexington, Henderson, and Paducah have the most clinic registered nurse openings in Kentucky. Louisville leads because of its concentration of major health systems and ambulatory care networks, Lexington is driven by University of Kentucky HealthCare and its affiliated specialty clinics, and Bowling Green benefits from a growing regional healthcare market anchored by Medical Center Health System and expanding outpatient services.
How can I get hired as a clinic registered nurse in Kentucky with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to nurse residency or new-graduate programs offered by large Kentucky health systems such as Norton Healthcare and University of Kentucky HealthCare, which run structured ambulatory and clinic tracks for nurses without prior outpatient experience. Starting in an inpatient med-surg or primary care tech role and transitioning internally is another common route. Holding an active Kentucky Board of Nursing license, a completed NCLEX-RN, and BLS certification gives candidates a clear hiring advantage even before accumulating clinic-specific hours.
Where can I find and apply to clinic registered nurse jobs in Kentucky?
You can find and apply to clinic registered nurse jobs in Kentucky on Migrate Mate, which lists current Kentucky openings across primary care clinics, specialty practices, and outpatient health centers. Search for roles that match your experience level and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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