Bayne-Jones ACH (Fort Johnson)
1585 3rd Street Fort Polk, Fort Johnson, LA 71459
At a glance
Bayne-Jones Army Community Hospital at Fort Johnson in Louisiana is a military and veterans-focused acute care facility located in a small town setting, which may offer a close-knit community experience for nurses. While the hospital has not yet hired international nurses, its military environment and support for diverse patient populations could make it an appealing option for those seeking a unique professional setting. The small-town location may also provide a quieter lifestyle and opportunities for meaningful connections within the community.
Hospital information
- Hospital Type
- Acute Care
- Emergency Services
- Yes
- Bed Count
- 200
- Magnet Status
- No
- Ownership
- Military & Veterans
Global workforce
- Credentials Accepted
- CGFNS CES, Josef Silny
- CGFNS Qualifying Exam
- No
- English Proficiency
- Undefined
- Fingerprinting
- Yes
- Nurse Licensure Compact
- Yes
Specific educational review
Fort Polk South, LA overview
Financials
Salary: Registered Nurses, May 2024 · U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS. Cost of living: BEA Regional Price Parities (2023).
Travel insights
- Drive77.3%
- Public transit0.4%
- Walk9%
- Other1.1%
- Work from home11.8%
- Polk Army Air Field
- Alexandria International Airport
- Lake Charles Regional Airport
- Angelina County Airport
Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.
Metro area stats
- Population
- 29,380
- Small Town (10k–49k)
- International Population
- 324
Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.
Education access ranking
Louisiana state-level ranking (1 = best, 50 = worst).
Monthly weather
Average high and low temperatures with precipitation (NOAA 1991–2020 normals).
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, nearest weather station.
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