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Mercy Hospital Aurora

500 Porter Avenue, Aurora, MO 65605

County:LawrenceCBSA Area:Ownership:Non-ProfitType:Critical Access

At a glance

Mercy Hospital Aurora is a non-profit, Critical Access hospital located in Aurora, Missouri, serving a smaller, community-oriented setting. While the hospital has not yet hired international nurses, its non-profit status and focus on accessible care may appeal to those seeking a supportive environment. This facility could be a good fit for international nurses interested in working in a close-knit, rural community.

Hospital information

Hospital Type
Critical Access
Emergency Services
Yes
Bed Count
53
RN Count
39
Magnet Status
No
Ownership
Non-Profit
Licensure in Missouri

Global workforce

Credentials Accepted
CGFNS CES, Josef Silny
CGFNS Qualifying Exam
No
English Proficiency
TOEFL or IELTS
Fingerprinting
Yes
Nurse Licensure Compact
Yes

Comprehensive application process

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:23.6 min
Drive
85.7%
  • Drive85.7%
  • Walk0.9%
  • Other4.6%
  • Work from home8.9%
Nearest Airports
  • Springfield Branson National Airport
  • Joplin Regional Airport
  • Boone County Airport
  • Northwest Arkansas Regional Airport

Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.

Education access ranking

Missouri state-level ranking (1 = best, 50 = worst).

Pre-K–1232nd of 50Bottom 50%
1 (best)50
Higher Ed30th of 50Bottom 50%
1 (best)50

Monthly weather

Average high and low temperatures with precipitation (NOAA 1991–2020 normals).

20°30°40°50°60°70°80°90°0in2in4in6in45°50°59°69°76°85°90°89°82°70°58°48°22°25°33°43°54°63°67°65°57°45°34°26°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTemperature (°F)Precipitation (in)
Avg high Avg low Precipitation

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

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