Oceans Behavioral Hospital of Kentwood

921 Avenue G, Kentwood, LA 70444

County:TangipahoaCBSA Area:Baton Rouge, LAOwnership:ProprietaryType:Psychiatric

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At a glance

Oceans Behavioral Hospital of Kentwood is a proprietary psychiatric facility located in Kentwood, Louisiana, within a large city setting. While the hospital has not yet hired international nurses, its size and community environment may offer a supportive atmosphere for those seeking opportunities in mental health care. International nurses interested in psychiatric specialties may find this hospital open to new talent as part of its ongoing staffing needs.

Hospital information

Hospital Type: Psychiatric
Emergency Services: No
Bed Count: 52
RN Count: 12
Magnet Status: No
Ownership: Proprietary

Licensure in Louisiana

Global workforce

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

Specific educational review

Baton Rouge, LA overview

Financials

Median $78,210

$63,450

10th

$99,520

90th

Cost of Living Index

90.80(9.20 below national average)

Adjusting RN median for local prices: $86,132 (-9% 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).