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Edwards County Medical Center

620 West Eighth Street, Kinsley, KS 67547

County:EdwardsCBSA Area:Ownership:GovernmentType:Critical Access

At a glance

Edwards County Medical Center is a government-operated Critical Access Hospital located in Kinsley, Kansas, serving a rural community setting. While the facility has not yet hired international nurses, its small size and community-focused environment may offer a supportive atmosphere for those seeking close-knit professional experiences. The hospital’s rural location could appeal to nurses interested in personalized patient care and a quieter lifestyle.

Hospital information

Hospital Type
Critical Access
Emergency Services
No
Bed Count
12
RN Count
12
Magnet Status
No
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

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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:24 min
Drive
86.9%
  • Drive86.9%
  • Walk5.2%
  • Other3.8%
  • Work from home3.8%
Nearest Airports
  • Hays Regional Airport
  • Garden City Regional Airport
  • Russell Municipal 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).

10°20°30°40°50°60°70°80°90°100°0in1in2in3in4in46°49°60°68°78°88°93°91°83°72°58°47°18°22°30°39°50°61°66°64°56°42°29°20°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTemperature (°F)Precipitation (in)
Avg high Avg low Precipitation

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

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