University of Kansas Hospital

4000 Cambridge Street, Kansas City, KS 66160

County:WyandotteCBSA Area:Kansas City, MO-KSOwnership:GovernmentType:Acute Care

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At a glance

The University of Kansas Hospital is a large government acute care facility located in the major metro area of Kansas City, Kansas, serving a diverse community with a significant international population. While the hospital has not yet hired international nurses, its size and metropolitan setting suggest potential openness to international applicants. This environment may appeal to nurses seeking professional growth and exposure to a broad patient population.

Hospital information

Hospital Type: Acute Care
Emergency Services: Yes
Bed Count: 1,045
RN Count: 450
Magnet Status: Yes
Ownership: Government

Licensure in Kansas

Global workforce

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

User-friendly application process

Kansas City, MO-KS overview

Financials

Median $82,630

$65,360

10th

$104,240

90th

Cost of Living Index

93.27(6.73 below national average)

Adjusting RN median for local prices: $88,596 (-6% 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).