West Central Georgia Regional Hospital

3000 Schatulga Rd Box 12435, Columbus, GA 31917

County:MuscogeeCBSA Area:Columbus, GA-ALOwnership:GovernmentType:Psychiatric

At a glance

West Central Georgia Regional Hospital is a government-run psychiatric facility located in Columbus, a large city in Georgia, which offers a diverse urban environment and access to a moderate international community. While the hospital has not yet hired international nurses, its size and city setting suggest potential opportunities for professional growth and support. This could be a good fit for international nurses seeking experience in a large, urban psychiatric hospital within a supportive community.

Hospital information

Hospital Type: Psychiatric
Emergency Services: No
Bed Count: 300
RN Count: 26
Magnet Status: No
Ownership: Government

Licensure in Georgia

Global workforce

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

Comprehensive application process

Columbus, GA-AL overview

Financials

Median $79,360

$62,620

10th

$97,030

90th

Cost of Living Index

88.80(11.20 below national average)

Adjusting RN median for local prices: $89,373 (-5% 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).