Mercy Hospital Columbus

220 N Pennsylvania Avenue, Columbus, KS 66725

County:CherokeeCBSA Area:Ownership:Non-ProfitType:Critical Access

At a glance

Mercy Hospital Columbus is a non-profit, Critical Access hospital located in Columbus, Kansas, serving a smaller, community-oriented area. While the hospital has not yet hired international nurses, its size and non-profit status may offer a supportive environment for those seeking a close-knit team and opportunities for professional growth. This setting could appeal to international nurses interested in rural healthcare and community-focused practice.

Hospital information

Hospital Type: Critical Access
Emergency Services: Yes
Bed Count: 25
RN Count: 13
Magnet Status: No
Ownership: Non-Profit

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

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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:21.3 min

Drive

90.5%

Drive90.5%
Walk3.6%
Other1.9%
Work from home3.9%

Nearest Airports

Joplin Regional Airport
Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport
Springfield Branson National Airport
Tulsa International Airport
Tulsa International Airport

Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.

Education access ranking

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

Pre-K–1223rd of 50Top 50%

1 (best)50

Higher Ed12th of 50Top 25%

1 (best)50

Monthly weather

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

Avg high Avg low Precipitation

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

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