Bassett ACH (Fort Wainwright)

4076 Neely Road, Fort Wainwright, AK 99703

County:Fairbanks North StarCBSA Area:Fairbanks-College, AKOwnership:Military & VeteransType:Acute Care

At a glance

Bassett ACH (Fort Wainwright) is an acute care facility serving military members and veterans in a mid-size city setting in Alaska. The hospital has not yet hired international nurses, but its community environment and focus on comprehensive care may appeal to those seeking a supportive and unique work experience. International nurses interested in working with diverse patient populations in a military context may find this setting rewarding.

Hospital information

Hospital Type: Acute Care
Emergency Services: Yes
Magnet Status: No
Ownership: Military & Veterans

Licensure in Alaska

Global workforce

Credentials Accepted: CGFNS CES
CGFNS Qualifying Exam: No
English Proficiency: TOEFL or IELTS
Fingerprinting: Yes
Nurse Licensure Compact: Pending

Friendly process, accepts various credential evaluations

Fairbanks-College, AK overview

Financials

Median $102,660

$80,700

10th

$125,260

90th

Cost of Living Index

99.36(0.64 below national average)

Adjusting RN median for local prices: $103,319 (+9% vs US median).

100 = national average. Below 100 means goods, housing, and services cost less than the US average; above 100 means they cost more. Based on BEA Regional Price Parities.

Salary: Registered Nurses, May 2024 · U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS. Cost of living: BEA Regional Price Parities (2023).