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Red Bay Hospital

211 Hospital Road, Red Bay, AL 35582

County:FranklinCBSA Area:Florence-Muscle Shoals, ALOwnership:GovernmentType:Critical Access

At a glance

Red Bay Hospital is a government-run Critical Access facility located in Red Bay, Alabama, within a mid-size city setting. While the hospital has not yet hired international nurses, its community environment and manageable size may offer a welcoming atmosphere for those seeking a supportive workplace. The presence of an international population in the area suggests potential for cultural diversity and community integration.

Hospital information

Hospital Type
Critical Access
Emergency Services
Yes
Bed Count
25
RN Count
16
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

Florence-Muscle Shoals, AL overview

Financials

Median $64,370
$50,790
10th
$86,240
90th
Cost of Living Index
85.62(14.38 below national average)

Adjusting RN median for local prices: $75,183 (-24% 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).

Travel insights

Average commute:20.8 min
Drive
98.6%
  • Drive98.6%
  • Other0.9%
  • Work from home0.5%
Nearest Airports
  • Northwest Alabama Regional Airport
  • Tupelo Regional Airport
  • Huntsville International Carl T Jones Field
  • Golden Triangle Regional Airport
  • Golden Triangle Regional Airport

Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.

Metro area stats

Population
105,399
Mid-Size City (50k–199k)
International Population
2,606
Population with Bachelor's+
24,042

Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.

Education access ranking

Alabama state-level ranking (1 = best, 50 = worst).

Pre-K–1243rd of 50Bottom 25%
1 (best)50
Higher Ed42nd of 50Bottom 25%
1 (best)50

Monthly weather

Average high and low temperatures with precipitation (NOAA 1991–2020 normals).

20°30°40°50°60°70°80°90°0in2in4in6in49°54°63°72°79°86°88°88°84°74°62°52°28°31°37°46°55°63°67°66°59°46°36°31°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTemperature (°F)Precipitation (in)
Avg high Avg low Precipitation

Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, nearest weather station.

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