JFK Medical Center

65 James Street, Edison, NJ 08818

County:MiddlesexCBSA Area:New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJOwnership:Non-ProfitType:Acute Care

Magnet® Recognized

At a glance

JFK Medical Center is a non-profit, acute care hospital located in Edison, New Jersey, within a major metropolitan area known for its diverse international community. The hospital’s size and urban setting may offer a dynamic work environment and exposure to a wide range of patient populations, which can be appealing for international nurses seeking professional growth. While there is no record of previous international nurse hires, the hospital’s location and scale suggest it could be a welcoming option for internationally trained nurses.

Hospital information

Hospital Type: Acute Care
Emergency Services: Yes
Bed Count: 459
RN Count: 748
Magnet Status: Yes
Ownership: Non-Profit

Licensure in New Jersey

Global workforce

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

Comprehensive but manageable process

New York-Newark-Jersey City, NY-NJ overview

Financials

Median $113,490

$83,900

10th

$154,440

90th

Cost of Living Index

112.47(12.47 above national average)

Adjusting RN median for local prices: $100,904 (+7% 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).