Broadlawns Medical Center
1801 Hickman Road, Des Moines, IA 50314
At a glance
Broadlawns Medical Center is a government-owned acute care hospital located in Des Moines, Iowa, a large city with a notable international community. While the hospital has not yet hired international nurses, its urban setting and diverse patient population may offer valuable experience for those seeking a dynamic work environment. Broadlawns’ size and community focus could make it a promising option for international nurses interested in professional growth and cultural exchange.
Hospital information
- Hospital Type
- Acute Care
- Emergency Services
- Yes
- Bed Count
- 200
- RN Count
- 118
- Magnet Status
- No
- Ownership
- Government
Global workforce
- Credentials Accepted
- CGFNS CES
- CGFNS Qualifying Exam
- No
- English Proficiency
- TOEFL or IELTS
- Fingerprinting
- Yes
- Nurse Licensure Compact
- Yes
Detailed but manageable process
Des Moines-West Des Moines, IA overview
Financials
Adjusting RN median for local prices: $85,226 (-10% 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
- Drive82.2%
- Public transit1.8%
- Walk2.1%
- Other3.2%
- Work from home10.3%
- Des Moines International Airport
- Ottumwa Regional Airport
- Fort Dodge Regional Airport
- Waterloo Regional Airport
- The Eastern Iowa Airport
Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.
Metro area stats
- Population
- 474,751
- Large City (200k–999k)
- International Population
- 48,476
- Population with Bachelor's+
- 182,754
Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.
Education access ranking
Iowa state-level ranking (1 = best, 50 = worst).
Monthly weather
Average high and low temperatures with precipitation (NOAA 1991–2020 normals).
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, nearest weather station.
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