Lexington Medical Center is an award-winning hospital in Columbia, South Carolina. Voted #1 hospital in the Columbia metro and the #2 hospital in South Carolina, Lex Med is offering signing bonuses for experienced nurses. 

In addition, you'll receive this competitive benefits package: 

Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Annual Health Screening (also for spouses)

PTO program that allows for vacation, sick leave and paid holidays.

LMC Gold – Recognition for Outstanding RNs

Discounted Health Directions Gym Membership

Lexington Medical Center Nurse Signing Bonus 

Registered nurse signing bonus up to $20,000

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It’s not uncommon to meet people in Owensboro who came for a short stay and ended up settling down - a testament to the community and quality of life in this hospitable Southern town. Locals gather for live music at a myriad of venues across the city which is home to the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame and ROMP, a not-to-be-missed 3 day music festival celebrating country music of all varieties. Remote workers with families will appreciate the top performing schools and the investment the community makes in youth spaces and activities. Case in point - the recently renovated Smothers Park, located on premium riverside real estate, has been named the top playground in the world (2015) by Landscape Architect’s Network.

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Locals gather for live music at a myriad of venues across the city which is home to the Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame and ROMP, a not-to-be-missed 3 day music festival celebrating country music of all varieties. Remote workers with families will appreciate the top performing schools and the investment the community makes in youth spaces and activities.

Owensboro

Owensboro, Kentucky

Three month membership to the Owensboro Health Healthpark

One year membership with Western Kentucky Botanical Garden

One year Chamber Young Professional Membership (For movers 21-40)

Two 3-concert flex package to Owensboro Symphony Concert Season

Two free passes for Barrel Thieving Distillery Tour

Two free admissions to Bluegrass Music Hall of Fame & Music

Two tickets to event of choice in 2023 at Woodward Theatre

 One free dance class from Johnson’s Dance Studio

Free 16 oz. coffee & one donut per week for one year from local coffee shop

Free banjo, fiddle, or mandolin lessons with a local instructor

 to read more about why Columbus was named one of America's Most Welcoming Places by MakeMyMove!

Move to Columbus: Where Life Flows Meaningfully

Welcome to Columbus, GA. Whether you’re looking for a more affordable cost of living or an amazing place to raise a family, Columbus is the perfect place to call home. With plenty of recreational activities and a strong sense of community, Columbus makes it easy to fit in more of what makes life meaningful. Here, you can enjoy the perks of a larger city with all the warmth and affordability of a smaller town. In Columbus, you’ll find the arts, adventure and dining you crave, with the education and wellness to help your family thrive.

Take a look to see what meaningful really means in Columbus!

, here are some of our helpful perks to make your move successful:

, helping you stay productive and connect with fellow professionals.

, featuring tickets to exciting local attractions like 

Your move is just the beginning, once you move, 

, where you’ll explore the city, meet locals, and connect with community leaders. 

 are here to make your move to Columbus, GA, effortless and welcoming. This team of community ambassadors will help you settle in by sharing insider tips, introducing you to local leaders, and connecting you with everything that makes Columbus special. From coffee chats to personalized recommendations, they’ll ensure you feel at home and ready to thrive in your new community. 

From world-class dining and arts to endless outdoor activities like rafting and biking the 15-mile RiverWalk, Columbus offers something for everyone. Thriving businesses, family-friendly amenities, and a vibrant young professionals network make this city the ideal place to grow and thrive. We hope to see you here soon! 

Move to Meaningful. Move to Columbus, GA.

Don’t just take our word for it - hear from one of our own movers...

"Columbus offers a fantastic quality of life. I love the accessibility of everything here. While there are tons of things to do in larger cities, they often come at a higher cost and can be less convenient to access compared to Columbus." - Will B.



Curious to learn more about the Columbus community? Check out our community page below!

Experience a city where life flows more meaningfully—Move to MeaningfulColumbus, GA. With a big hometown heart, Columbus offers a low cost of living, vibrant dining, arts, and outdoor amenities. From historic neighborhoods to modern developments, you'll find diverse housing options to fit your lifestyle. Whether it's a cozy family home or a downtown loft, Columbus has a place for you. With a growing tech infrastructure, it's an ideal hub for startups and remote work. From urban whitewater rafting to exploring the arts, there's always something exciting to do. Find out why life in Columbus is more meaningful.

Columbus

Move to Meaningful in Columbus

6 months of coworking space at CoWork Columbus

Annual Community Connection Outing - rafting, ziplining, and a mixer with Columbus locals

Monthly Mover Meet Ups - Connect with fellow movers and community leaders at complimentary coffee, lunch, or group outings while exploring Columbus together

Columbus Experience Package - Explore Columbus with your choice of tickets to Columbus Clingstones Baseball, The Columbus Museum, Springer Opera House, the RiverCenter for the Performing Arts, or other exciting local events. 

1 year membership to the Young Professionals Program

1 year family membership to Columbus Aquatics Center

1 year membership to the Greater Columbus Chamber of Commerce

Columbus Regional Tennis Association Membership

2 Night Hotel Stay During Your Columbus House Hunt

Ballad Health offers competitive pay and benefits for all team members, including a 401k program with employer matching, tuition assistance, advancement opportunities, adoption assistance and more.

Ballad Health is currently offering sign-on bonuses – 

 – for a wide range of positions in our facilities. You can browse our full list of sign-on bonuses in the offer application link.

Mountain City

Ballad Health Nurse Signing Bonus

Registered nurse signing bonus up to $15000

Find a city or state that will pay you to move! Our current listings of cities and states offering cash and tax incentives to relocate. New programs added weekly!

Programs - Get Paid to Move & Work Remotely

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 to read more about why Eastern Kentucky was named one of America's Most Welcoming Places by MakeMyMove!

With over 30 counties included in the eligible relocation area, you're bound to find one that feels like home! To help your decision making process, we've broken this big region down into 5 categories:

We're sure you'll have questions about neighborhoods, outdoor activities, schools and more and we're here to help. Go ahead and apply and you'll be hearing from Latasha right away!

Latasha, a born-and-raised Eastern Kentuckian, is passionate about sharing the magic of her home with newcomers. She'll be your personal guide, answering your questions, connecting you with resources, and ensuring your smooth transition to mountain living. With Latasha's support, you'll quickly feel like a local.

“Fun Fact: I used to own a bakery here in Eastern Kentucky! In fact, I still receive calls from locals asking if they can put in an order for my famous Cream Horns.”

Locals have assembled this relocation program to help you make your home in Eastern Kentucky:

 That's right, we'll pay you to relocate and become our neighbor.

Choose from a range of welcome package options tailored to your interests, whether you're a foodie, history buff, outdoor enthusiast, golfer, or art lover. Enjoy unique experiences like:

 Explore the flavors of Eastern Kentucky with visits to local restaurants and distilleries.

 Immerse yourself in the region's rich history with tailored tours and experiences.

 Hike, bike, or ride ATVs on some of the best trails in the country.

 Enjoy an exciting lineup of events, shows, and cultural experiences.

Bringing a Partner? We've got you covered!

 We'll connect your partner with local employers to enable their search for a job in Eastern Kentucky.

 If your partner secures a qualifying job in education or healthcare, you'll receive an 

 This means more cash in your pocket to start your new life together in Eastern Kentucky.

"We wanted a slower pace of life, and four seasons...We love the opportunities for hiking, camping, fishing, and kayaking. There are several opportunities for volunteering in our community which we are looking forward to getting involved in. We have great, reliable, fiber internet for my remote job....

The eligible counties include Bath, Bell, Boyd, Breathitt, Carter, Clay, Elliott, Floyd, Greenup, Harlan, Jackson, Johnson, Knott, Knox, Laurel, Lawrence, Lee, Leslie, Letcher, Lewis, Magoffin, Martin, McCreary, Menifee, Morgan, Owsley, Perry, Pike, Powell, Pulaski, Rowan, Whitley, and Wolfe. 

Curious to learn more about Eastern Kentucky? Check out our community page below!

Sitting in the hills of the Appalachian Mountains, Eastern Kentucky offers remote workers the tight-knit communities, fast internet, and access to the outdoors that they crave. Popular hobbies for locals include kayaking, whitewater rafting, hiking, and mountain biking.

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Move to Eastern Kentucky

$2,500 cash bonus available for partner that secures a qualifying local job in education or healthcare

$250 Tailored Eastern Kentucky Welcome Package

Switch, Save, and Stay Connected with Free Phone Service and Activation from Appalachian Wireless

Are you looking for a sophisticated river town that inspires?

 At the heart of America's inland waterways, Paducah, Kentucky is a confluence of cultural heritage and creativity where art is a way of life and inclusiveness is a core value. One of nine UNESCO creative cities in the United States, Paducah is a thriving arts community that offers southern hospitality with a midwestern smile.

Paducah is close to anywhere you want to be.

 Halfway between Nashville and St. Louis on I-24, Paducah's central geographic location makes it an ideal hub for travel by car to bourbon country, the Kentucky Derby, or wherever you may need to go. Barkley Regional Airport, which recently opened a new terminal, provides daily jet service to Charlotte, North Carolina, connecting Paducah to the rest of the world.

Paducah is filled with great neighbors…and great neighborhoods!

 High-speed internet, affordable living, and historic neighborhoods are the hallmark of Paducah’s charm. Find your next home in one of 50 neighborhoods to choose from across the city. With excellent city and county schools, including the Paducah Innovation Hub and a new McCracken County High School, families know their children will receive top-quality educational opportunities in Paducah. Three higher education institutions provide award-winning academic programs, with West Kentucky Community and Technical College (WKCTC) offering tuition waivers for Paducah and McCracken County graduates. The Paducah School of Art and Design, a branch of WKCTC, provides a wealth of opportunities in arts education through hands-on learning in a state-of-the-art facility, and Murray State University offers nursing, engineering, and more at their Paducah campus. With Paducah acting a regional hub to the surrounding 17 counties across three states, it is home to two world-class medical facilities that boast an industry award-winning heart center and much more.

 Home to over a dozen annual festivals and parades across the city, Paducah serves up world class food and entertainment and is filled with music of every genre. Spend your evenings exploring Paducah’s historic downtown, outlined by over 60 hand-painted murals on the river’s floodwall. This charming district is home to 5 museums, 38 stores, and 15 restaurants. You can catch a play at the Market House Theatre, a symphony performance at the Carson Center for the Performing Arts, or a film festival at the local art house movie theatre, Maiden Alley Cinema. Satisfy the foodie in you with one of Paducah’s top tier eateries, or bring out your inner artist with an art or theatre workshop.

Paducah’s recreation scene is one to remember.

 offer walking, biking, swimming, and skating opportunities city-wide for pets and people alike. A short drive will take you into the wilderness in nearby 

Land Between the Lakes National Recreation Area

, where residents enjoy a myriad of outdoor activities year round including boating, swimming, hiking, biking, camping and rock climbing.

A designated UNESCO Creative City, Paducah is a destination for those who crave rich, authentic cultural experiences. Find your inspiration when you make your move to Paducah.

Matt Collinsworth

CEO, National Quilt Museum

Paducah

Move to Paducah

Up to $2,500 in relocation reimbursement to be used towards moving expenses

Up to $70 per month towards internet expenses for 12 months

Waiver of the City of Paducah's 2% payroll tax for 12 months

1 Year to Sprocket Coworking Space (first 6 months free, next 6 months 50% off)

1 Year Membership to the Paducah Young Professionals

Arts & Culture Welcome Package - includes museum and symphony tickets, yoga passes, and more!

Frankfort, the capital of Kentucky, offers a wide away of amenities for remote workers lookers looking for the best of what Kentucky has to offer.  Frankfort has curated a program to ensure each new remote worker gets welcomed and immersed with the locals. Read more about each part of the program:

Frankfort Mayor Layne Wilkerson and First Lady Natalie welcome movers to Mingle with the Mayor. At this casual and fun evening you will meet other movers new to Frankfort, sample Kentucky cuisine, and learn the traditions of the Bluegrass state. You'll enjoy lively conversation about your new home as you mingle and mix at the Mayor and First Lady's historic downtown home. The date will be set once all movers have settled in Frankfort.

Progressive Dinner with Downtown Frankfort Residents

Make New Friends at a Downtown Frankfort Progressive Dinner hosted by a group of neighbors in the historic district. Join other new movers to Kentucky's Capital City and enjoy a casual family meal as you progress from house to house. This experience will include hors d'oeuvres, salad, main course, and dessert each taking place at a different walkable location. Get to know your new neighbors and take a leisurely stroll through town. Date to be determined when all movers have settled in Frankfort.

Buffalo Trace Distillery Tour with Freddie Johnson

Tour the historic Buffalo Trace Distillery with Bourbon Hall of Famer Freddie Johnson, the 3rd generation of his family to work at the distillery! End your tour with a Buffalo Trace Distillery gift card that can be used to snag a bottle of the Distillery’s coveted bourbon.

Tour Frankfort with a local. Patty Peavler, retired banker, author, and historian, will lead you on a journey through Frankfort history. Your experience begins at the Capital City Museum on Ann Street as a hub, and you'll spoke out on the Frankfort Trolley to visit some of our most historic sites including the Corner in Celebrities where 3 Presidents came for breakfast, Fort Hill which Sanford Goin and volunteer troops in the Civil War held for the Union ensuring Kentucky remained in the United States, and the Frankfort Cemetery where Daniel Boone is buried. En route you'll discover the home where Bibb Lettuce was invented and the home of the man who coined the phrase, "Dog is man's best friend."

A Frankfort Welcome Basket will Greet Movers on Move In Day. This $300 Value is Filled with Gift Cards to Local Favorites such as Sig Luscher Brewery, Bourbon on Main Bar and Restaurant, and Locals Food Hub which features hand tossed pizzas and Kentucky Proud Products. Tickets to the Summer Movie Series at the historic Grand Theatre are included.

*The cash is paid in two installments. One installment after the move date and the second installment upon completion of the 12th month of residence. 

It's for real, and MakeMyMove helps you find the right community for you, connect with locals there, and get support to make your move a piece of cake.

Frankfort, the capital of Kentucky, is a picturesque small city located in the heart of Kentucky's Bluegrass Region. Whether you're seeking a change of pace or simply a new home, Frankfort is a great option for remote workers looking for an urban lifestyle in a smaller city setting.



Frankfort

Move to Frankfort

$50 Buffalo Trace Distillery gift card to snag a bottle of the Distillery’s coveted bourbon

Round of Golf at Juniper Hill Golf Course

Lexington Medical Center Nurse Signing Bonus

Total Incentive

$20,000

Health & Well-being

Retirement & Savings

Free Preventive Care

Education Assistance & Loan Relief

Personal Leave

Career Development

Employee Discounts and Services

On-Site Child Care

Relocation Assistance

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