Northern Light Health

144 State Street, Portland, ME 04101

County:CumberlandCBSA Area:Portland-South Portland, MEOwnership:Non-ProfitType:Acute Care

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At a glance

Northern Light Health is a non-profit acute care facility located in Portland, Maine, a large city with a notable international community. The hospital has a history of hiring international nurses, including those on OPT and EB3 visas, which may indicate openness to global talent. Its size and urban setting offer diverse clinical experiences and potential support for professional growth.

Hospital information

Hospital Type: Acute Care
Emergency Services: Yes
Bed Count: 230
RN Count: 258
Magnet Status: No
Ownership: Non-Profit

Licensure in Maine

Global workforce

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

Detailed educational and credential requirements

Portland-South Portland, ME overview

Financials

Median $82,830

$68,920

10th

$103,550

90th

Cost of Living Index

103.60(3.60 above national average)

Adjusting RN median for local prices: $79,954 (-17% 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).