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Hale Ho'ola Hamakua

45-547 Plumeria Street, Honokaa, HI 96727

County:HawaiiCBSA Area:Hilo, HIOwnership:GovernmentType:Critical Access

At a glance

Hale Ho'ola Hamakua is a government-operated Critical Access Hospital located in the community setting of Honokaa, Hawaii, offering a supportive environment that may appeal to international nurses seeking a smaller, community-focused workplace. While there is no record of previous international nurse hires, the hospital’s government affiliation and rural location suggest potential openness to diverse applicants. Its size and setting provide opportunities for close-knit teamwork and meaningful patient relationships, which can be attractive for nurses looking for a more personalized practice environment.

Hospital information

Hospital Type
Critical Access
Emergency Services
Yes
Bed Count
11
RN Count
8
Magnet Status
No
Ownership
Government
Licensure in Hawaii

Global workforce

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

Streamlined process with specific credential review

Hilo, HI overview

Financials

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

Travel insights

Average commute:36.4 min
Drive
89.2%
  • Drive89.2%
  • Public transit2.8%
  • Other1%
  • Work from home6.4%
Nearest Airports
  • Waimea Kohala Airport
  • Bradshaw Army Airfield
  • Upolu Airport
  • Ellison Onizuka Kona International Airport at Keahole

Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.

Education access ranking

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

Pre-K–1225th of 50Top 50%
1 (best)50
Higher Ed24th of 50Top 50%
1 (best)50

Monthly weather

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

50°60°70°80°90°0in2in4in6in8in10in12in78°78°77°80°80°83°82°83°83°82°79°78°57°57°56°59°61°62°65°65°65°61°61°58°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTemperature (°F)Precipitation (in)
Avg high Avg low Precipitation

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

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