Wiregrass Medical Center

1200 W Maple Avenue, Geneva, AL 36340

County:GenevaCBSA Area:Dothan, ALOwnership:GovernmentType:Acute Care

At a glance

Wiregrass Medical Center is a government-owned acute care hospital located in Geneva, Alabama, a mid-size city, offering a supportive community setting for healthcare professionals. While the hospital has not yet hired international nurses, its size and location may provide a welcoming environment for those seeking a close-knit workplace. International nurses may find the community appealing, though there is currently a modest international population in the area.

Hospital information

Hospital Type: Acute Care
Emergency Services: Yes
Bed Count: 87
RN Count: 37
Magnet Status: No
Ownership: Government

Licensure in Alabama

Global workforce

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

Detailed educational review

Dothan, AL overview

Financials

Median $65,070

$50,390

10th

$86,140

90th

Cost of Living Index

88.32(11.68 below national average)

Adjusting RN median for local prices: $73,677 (-27% 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).