Home Health Nurse Jobs in Kentucky

Home Health Nurse jobs in Kentucky are concentrated in Louisville, Lexington, and the Bowling Green corridor, where large regional employers like Amedisys, LHC Group, and Kindred at Home maintain active hiring pipelines across experience levels from newly licensed RNs to seasoned case managers. Pediatric home health, wound care, and medically complex adult cases drive the most consistent demand statewide. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles45
Top employerCenterWell
Top cityLexington, KY
Cities hiring20
Work type100% On-site
Top industryInsurance

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Adoration Health
RN / Registered Nurse - Home Health
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RN / Registered Nurse - Home Health
Adoration Health
Mount Washington, Kentucky
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
CPR Certification
201-500

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Adoration Health
Baylor - RN / Registered Nurse - Home Health
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Baylor - RN / Registered Nurse - Home Health
Adoration Health
Lexington, Kentucky
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
CPR Certification
201-500

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Pentec Health
Home Health Infusion Registered Nurse
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Home Health Infusion Registered Nurse
Pentec Health
Cynthiana, Kentucky
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$80k - $83k/yr
American Red Cross CPR Certification
501-1,000

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Enhabit Home Health & Hospice
Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Home Health - Full Time
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Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) - Home Health - Full Time
Enhabit Home Health & Hospice
Nicholasville, Kentucky
Business Development
Growth Marketing
Marketing
CPR Certification
10,000+

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Home Health Nurse Jobs by City in Kentucky

Where Kentucky roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Lexington
8 jobs
Owensboro
7 jobs
Louisville
4 jobs
Elizabethtown
4 jobs
Glasgow
3 jobs
Paducah
3 jobs
Bowling Green
2 jobs
Albany
1 job
Island
1 job

Home Health Nurse Job Market in Kentucky

A snapshot from current Kentucky openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

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    CenterWell10
  • A
    Adoration Health10
  • E
    Enhabit Home Health & Hospice10
  • Maxim Healthcare
    Maxim Healthcare4
  • M
    Mercy Health Home Care and Hospice by Compassus3

Top Industries Hiring

  • Insurance

What Kentucky Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in home health nurse jobs across Kentucky.

  • Active Kentucky RN or LPN license issued or recognized by the Kentucky Board of Nursing
  • Minimum one year of clinical nursing experience, preferably in home health or med-surg
  • Valid driver's license and reliable personal vehicle for patient home visits
  • Current BLS certification and, for many roles, ACLS certification
  • Proficiency with electronic medical records systems such as Homecare Homebase or Kinnser
  • Strong independent judgment and ability to manage a caseload with minimal direct supervision

Home Health Nurse Jobs in Kentucky: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a home health nurse in Kentucky?

You must hold an active nursing license issued by the Kentucky Board of Nursing, which requires completing an accredited RN or LPN program and passing the NCLEX exam. After licensure, most Kentucky home health agencies require at least one year of hands-on clinical experience before hiring independently. Completing a home health orientation program and obtaining BLS certification before applying strengthens your candidacy considerably.

How much do home health nurses make in Kentucky?

Home health 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 home health nurses in Kentucky?

Employers hiring home health nurses in Kentucky right now include CenterWell, Adoration Health, and Enhabit Home Health & Hospice, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Kentucky's strong presence of national home health chains alongside regional hospital-affiliated home care divisions means consistent openings appear across both urban centers and rural counties statewide.

Which Kentucky cities have the most home health nurse jobs?

Lexington, Owensboro, and Louisville account for the most home health nurse openings in Kentucky. Louisville's size and its role as a major healthcare industry hub drive the highest volume of listings, while Lexington's concentration of university health systems and Bowling Green's growing regional medical infrastructure support steady demand in those markets as well.

Are there remote home health nurse jobs in Kentucky?

Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of home health nurse openings tied to Kentucky are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on nature of the role. The portions most likely to allow remote work are telehealth case management, care coordination, and patient education follow-ups rather than direct in-home clinical visits.

How can I get hired as a home health nurse in Kentucky with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is completing a new-graduate residency or structured orientation program through a Kentucky hospital system such as Norton Healthcare or UK HealthCare, which build clinical confidence before transitioning nurses to home-based care. Starting in a med-surg, rehabilitation, or skilled nursing facility role gives you the independent assessment skills home health agencies prioritize. Earning your Kentucky Board of Nursing license promptly and obtaining BLS certification before your first interview gives you a clear edge over unlicensed applicants.

Where can I find and apply to home health nurse jobs in Kentucky?

You can find and apply to home health nurse jobs in Kentucky on Migrate Mate, which lists current Kentucky openings from home health agencies and hospital-affiliated programs across the state. Find roles that fit your experience and licensure level and apply directly to the employers posting them.

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