VA North Florida / South Georgia Healthcare System - Gainesville

1601 S W Archer Road, Gainesville, FL 32608

County:AlachuaCBSA Area:Gainesville, FLOwnership:Military & VeteransType:Acute Care

At a glance

VA North Florida/South Georgia Healthcare System in Gainesville is a large acute care facility serving military and veteran populations in a major Florida city. While the hospital has not yet hired international nurses, its size and diverse community—including a notable international population—suggest a welcoming environment for newcomers. Nurses interested in working with veterans and gaining experience in a large, urban healthcare setting may find this facility a good fit.

Hospital information

Hospital Type: Acute Care
Emergency Services: Yes
Bed Count: 350
Magnet Status: No
Ownership: Military & Veterans

Licensure in Florida

Global workforce

Credentials Accepted: CGFNS CES, ERES, Josef Silny
CGFNS Qualifying Exam: No
English Proficiency: Undefined
Fingerprinting: Yes
Nurse Licensure Compact: Yes

User-friendly process, detailed educational documentation

Gainesville, FL overview

Financials

Median $84,710

$72,740

10th

$109,200

90th

Cost of Living Index

96.89(3.11 below national average)

Adjusting RN median for local prices: $87,425 (-7% 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).