Nurse Manager Jobs in Kentucky

Nurse Manager jobs in Kentucky are concentrated in hospital systems, long-term care networks, and ambulatory care settings, with strong demand across the seniority range from first-time managers stepping up from charge nurse roles to experienced directors overseeing multiple units. Louisville, Lexington, and Bowling Green are the primary hiring metros, where established systems like Norton Healthcare, Baptist Health, and UK HealthCare maintain the most consistent nurse manager openings. Critical care, med-surg, and behavioral health are the specialties driving the most postings across the state right now. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles37
Top employerNorton Healthcare
Top cityLouisville, KY
Cities hiring16
Work type100% Remote
Top industryHealthcare

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Signature HealthCARE LLC
Unit Manager / Nurse Supervisor (RN / LPN) NIGHTS
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Signature HealthCARE LLC
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Unit Manager / Nurse Supervisor (RN / LPN) NIGHTS
Signature HealthCARE LLC
Danville, Kentucky
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
CPR Certification
5,001-10,000

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CenterWell
Care Manager, Telephonic Nurse
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Care Manager, Telephonic Nurse
CenterWell
Kentucky
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
$71k - $98k/yr
Remote (US)
Managed care
1,001-5,000

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Fresenius Medical Care
Dialysis Clinical Manager Registered Nurse - RN
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Fresenius Medical Care
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Dialysis Clinical Manager Registered Nurse - RN
Fresenius Medical Care
Mayfield, Kentucky
Project Management
Solutions Engineering & Architecture
Technical Program Management
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
10,000+

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AdventHealth Manchester
Assistant Nurse Manager - OB Nights
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AdventHealth Manchester
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Assistant Nurse Manager - OB Nights
AdventHealth Manchester
Manchester, Kentucky
Business Operations
Healthcare Administration
Project Management
$30.02 - $59.96/hr
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
201-500

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Mercy Health
Nurse Manager Renal Vascular - Lourdes Hospital
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Mercy Health
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Nurse Manager Renal Vascular - Lourdes Hospital
Mercy Health
Paducah, Kentucky
Business Analysis
Business Strategy
Strategy & Corporate Development
Managed Registered Nurses (RNs)
10,000+

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Nurse Manager Jobs by City in Kentucky

Where Kentucky roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Louisville
13 jobs
Lexington
4 jobs
Danville
3 jobs
Mayfield
2 jobs
Harrodsburg
2 jobs
Bowling Green
2 jobs
Corbin
1 job
Glasgow
1 job
Paducah
1 job

Nurse Manager Job Market in Kentucky

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

Who's Hiring

  • Norton Healthcare
    Norton Healthcare13
  • TriStar Health
    TriStar Health2
  • Ephraim McDowell Health
    Ephraim McDowell Health2
  • Signature HealthCARE
    Signature HealthCARE2
  • Bluegrass Care Navigators
    Bluegrass Care Navigators2

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Kentucky Employers Look For

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

  • Active registered nurse license issued or recognized by the Kentucky Board of Nursing
  • Bachelor of Science in Nursing required, master's degree preferred by most systems
  • Minimum of three to five years of clinical nursing experience in a relevant specialty
  • Prior charge nurse, supervisory, or team lead experience in an acute care setting
  • Current BLS certification and ACLS certification for acute or critical care units
  • Demonstrated experience with budgeting, staffing, and regulatory compliance in a clinical unit

Nurse Manager Jobs in Kentucky: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a nurse manager in Kentucky?

You become a nurse manager in Kentucky by first holding an active registered nurse license through the Kentucky Board of Nursing, which requires passing the NCLEX-RN. Most Kentucky employers expect a Bachelor of Science in Nursing at minimum, and larger health systems increasingly prefer a master's degree. From there, candidates typically build several years of bedside experience before moving into a charge nurse or supervisory role that positions them for nurse manager openings.

Which companies hire nurse managers in Kentucky?

Kentucky nurse manager roles are posted by Norton Healthcare, TriStar Health, and Ephraim McDowell Health and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Kentucky's largest health systems, including multi-campus networks in Louisville and Lexington, generate the most consistent volume of nurse manager postings across acute care, long-term care, and specialty settings.

Which Kentucky cities have the most nurse manager jobs?

Louisville, Lexington, and Danville account for the most nurse manager openings in Kentucky. Louisville leads because of its dense concentration of major health systems and academic medical centers, Lexington draws from UK HealthCare and several regional hospitals, and smaller metro areas like Bowling Green see consistent postings from regional systems and long-term care networks serving the surrounding communities.

Are there remote nurse manager jobs in Kentucky?

Yes, but they're rare. About 100% of nurse manager 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 be conducted remotely are administrative functions like scheduling, reporting, and compliance work, while direct unit oversight and staff management remain on-site by necessity.

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

The most realistic path is securing a charge nurse or assistant nurse manager role at a Kentucky hospital or health system, which serves as the primary bridge into management. Large Kentucky employers like Norton Healthcare and Baptist Health run nurse leadership development programs designed to move experienced staff nurses into supervisory tracks. Earning a BSN if you hold an ADN, and adding a certification in your specialty through a body like AACN, strengthens your candidacy considerably for entry-level management openings.

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

You can find and apply to nurse manager jobs in Kentucky on Migrate Mate, which lists current Kentucky openings from employers hiring right now. Search the available roles, identify the ones that match your experience and preferred setting, and apply directly to the positions that fit.

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