Ancora Psych Hosp

Ancora Branch, Hammonton, NJ 08037

County:AtlanticCBSA Area:Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJOwnership:GovernmentType:Psychiatric

At a glance

Ancora Psychiatric Hospital is a government-run psychiatric facility located in Hammonton, New Jersey, within a mid-size city setting. While the hospital has not yet hired international nurses, its community environment and public sector support may offer a welcoming atmosphere for those seeking professional growth. The area’s moderate international population could also provide a sense of community for nurses coming from abroad.

Hospital information

Hospital Type: Psychiatric
Emergency Services: No
Bed Count: 709
RN Count: 109
Magnet Status: No
Ownership: Government

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

Atlantic City-Hammonton, NJ overview

Financials

Median $99,680

$78,820

10th

$117,750

90th

Cost of Living Index

97.17(2.83 below national average)

Adjusting RN median for local prices: $102,583 (+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).