University of Kentucky Hospital

800 Rose Street, Lexington, KY 40536

County:FayetteCBSA Area:Lexington-Fayette, KYOwnership:GovernmentType:Acute Care

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At a glance

University of Kentucky Hospital is a large government acute care facility located in Lexington, a sizable city in Kentucky, serving a diverse community with a notable international population. The hospital has a history of hiring international nurses, including those on OPT and H1B visas, which may indicate openness to global talent. Its size and urban setting offer a dynamic work environment and access to educational and professional growth opportunities for international nurses.

Hospital information

Hospital Type: Acute Care
Emergency Services: Yes
Bed Count: 791
RN Count: 1,500
Magnet Status: Yes
Ownership: Government

Licensure in Kentucky

Global workforce

Credentials Accepted: CGFNS CES, Josef Silny
CGFNS Qualifying Exam: No
English Proficiency: Undefined
Fingerprinting: Yes
Nurse Licensure Compact: Yes

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Lexington-Fayette, KY overview

Financials

Median $82,780

$67,340

10th

$105,890

90th

Cost of Living Index

93.11(6.89 below national average)

Adjusting RN median for local prices: $88,906 (-5% 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).