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Russell Regional Hospital

200 S Main Street, Russell, KS 67665

County:RussellCBSA Area:Great Bend, KSOwnership:Non-ProfitType:Critical Access

At a glance

Russell Regional Hospital is a non-profit, Critical Access facility located in the small town of Russell, Kansas, offering a close-knit community environment that may appeal to international nurses seeking a supportive and personal workplace. While the hospital has not yet hired international nurses, its size and rural setting suggest opportunities for meaningful patient relationships and professional growth. The local international population is modest, but the hospital’s community-focused approach could provide a welcoming atmosphere for newcomers.

Hospital information

Hospital Type
Critical Access
Emergency Services
Yes
Bed Count
25
RN Count
21
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

Great Bend, KS 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:15.2 min
Drive
90%
  • Drive90%
  • Public transit0.1%
  • Walk0.3%
  • Other1.1%
  • Work from home8.5%
Nearest Airports
  • Russell Municipal Airport
  • Hays Regional Airport
  • Salina Municipal Airport

Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.

Metro area stats

Population
17,360
Small Town (10k–49k)
International Population
915

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).

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Avg high Avg low Precipitation

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

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