NursingUSA
← Back to directory

Franklin County Memorial Hospital

1406 Q St, Franklin, NE 68939

County:FranklinCBSA Area:Kearney, NEOwnership:GovernmentType:Critical Access

At a glance

Franklin County Memorial Hospital is a government-run Critical Access facility located in a small town in Franklin, Nebraska, offering a close-knit community environment that may appeal to international nurses seeking a supportive, rural setting. While the hospital has not yet hired international nurses, its size and community focus suggest it could be a welcoming place for those interested in personalized patient care and professional growth. The hospital’s rural location may provide unique opportunities for nurses looking to make a meaningful impact in a smaller healthcare setting.

Hospital information

Hospital Type
Critical Access
Emergency Services
Yes
Bed Count
14
RN Count
9
Magnet Status
No
Ownership
Government
Licensure in Nebraska

Global workforce

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

Detailed but manageable process

Kearney, NE 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:15.5 min
Drive
94.4%
  • Drive94.4%
  • Walk1.2%
  • Work from home4.5%
Nearest Airports
  • Central Nebraska Regional Airport
  • Russell Municipal Airport
  • McCook Ben Nelson Regional Airport
  • Hays Regional Airport

Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.

Metro area stats

Population
35,484
Small Town (10k–49k)
International Population
1,913

Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.

Education access ranking

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

Pre-K–1217th of 50Top 50%
1 (best)50
Higher Ed14th of 50Top 50%
1 (best)50

Monthly weather

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

10°20°30°40°50°60°70°80°90°0in1in2in3in4in5in38°43°54°64°73°84°89°87°80°67°53°41°14°17°26°36°48°59°64°62°52°38°25°17°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTemperature (°F)Precipitation (in)
Avg high Avg low Precipitation

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

🔒

Sign up to see hiring history and community

International-nurse sponsorship data, Global Workforce Badge, and community discussion — all free with a NursingUSA account.

It's free. We'll never sell your data or share it with recruiters without your permission.

Are you from Franklin County Memorial Hospital? Claim this hospital →