From 1 posting and nurse reviews · Employer research Sep 18, 2026Sources
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The short version
A Public Health Nurse I starts at $24.68 an hour, with a 5% bump written in after you clear the six-month probationary period.
For new gradsSources
As of 2026-09-18Source: glassdoor.comAnnual board-approved raises sit on top of the post-probation increase, so the pay path is set by policy rather than negotiated case by case.
For experienced nursesSources
As of 2026-09-18Source: glassdoor.comA former Bowling Green staffer pointed to solid public sector benefits and real room for community impact, even while calling the technology dated.
For experienced nursesSources
As of 2024-02-08Source: glassdoor.com
Nursing here
Published pay and benefits
- Hourly pay
$24.68/hr
Public Health Nurse I (Grade 17) minimum starting hourly wage
As of 2026-09-18
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- Hourly pay
Registered Nurse job posting salary in Brownsville, KY ($25 - $25/hr)
As of 2026-09-18
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- Hourly pay
$22.38/hr
Indeed reported average hourly wage for Registered Nurse (based on 6 postings)
As of 2026-09-18
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- Annual pay
Community Health Nurse: Prevention & Care posted salary range
As of 2026-09-18
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- Benefits
5% wage increase after successful 6-month probationary period, plus annual board-approved raises
As of 2026-09-18
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What nurses say
Themes from public reviews
Summaries of published reviews, with the original sources.
- Workload and Leadership Friction
- A Glasgow RN reported overwhelming workloads requiring unpaid extra hours to finish tasks, accompanied by poor morale and perceived unsupportive supervision.
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As of 2019-05-15Source: glassdoor.com- State Benefits vs. Outdated Processes
- A former Bowling Green strategist noted positive public sector benefits and potential for impact, but cited lagging technology and a need for stronger motivation.
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As of 2024-02-08Source: glassdoor.com
The hard parts
A Glasgow RN described workloads heavy enough to require unpaid extra hours to finish, alongside low morale and supervision that did not feel supportive.
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As of 2019-05-15Source: glassdoor.com
What to ask
- How is base pay set for the role, and which differentials apply?
- Which shifts are open, and what are the weekend, holiday and call rules?
- How long is orientation, and will I have one preceptor?
- What does a usual day’s workload look like?
Current openings at Barren River District Health Department
Barren River District Health Department
Brownsville, KY
Registered Nurse
From $25/hr
- RN
- 8-hour days
- Compact license OK
Want to work here?
The hiring team at Barren River District Health Department sees your name and profile, never your email or phone.
Sources
- glassdoor.com/Reviews/Employee-Review-Barren-River-District-Health-Department-E457924-RVW26153981.htm
The short version, Nursing here, What nurses say, The hard parts · as of 2026-09-18
- indeed.com/cmp/Barren-River-District-Health-Department/salaries/Registered-Nurse
Nursing here · as of 2026-09-18
- jobleads.com/us/job/community-health-nurse-prevention-care--kentucky--eae0f562b258081eddf682efd81f60a10
Nursing here · as of 2026-09-18
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