Artesia General Hospital
702 N 13Th Street, Artesia, NM 88210
At a glance
Artesia General Hospital is a non-profit, acute care facility located in the small town of Artesia, New Mexico, serving a close-knit community. While the hospital has not yet hired international nurses, its size and community-focused environment may offer a welcoming setting for those seeking a supportive workplace. The presence of an international population in the area suggests potential for cultural diversity and inclusion.
Hospital information
- Hospital Type
- Acute Care
- Emergency Services
- Yes
- Bed Count
- 49
- RN Count
- 39
- Magnet Status
- No
- Ownership
- Non-Profit
Global workforce
- Credentials Accepted
- CGFNS CES, ERES, Josef Silny
- CGFNS Qualifying Exam
- No
- English Proficiency
- TOEFL or IELTS
- Fingerprinting
- Yes
- Nurse Licensure Compact
- Yes
Streamlined application process
Carlsbad-Artesia, NM overview
Financials
Salary: Registered Nurses, May 2024 · U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS. Cost of living: BEA Regional Price Parities (2023).
Travel insights
- Drive92.2%
- Walk0.9%
- Other0.5%
- Work from home6.4%
- Roswell Air Center Airport
- Lea County Regional Airport
- Sierra Blanca Regional Airport
Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.
Metro area stats
- Population
- 39,653
- Small Town (10k–49k)
- International Population
- 3,372
Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.
Education access ranking
New Mexico state-level ranking (1 = best, 50 = worst).
Monthly weather
Average high and low temperatures with precipitation (NOAA 1991–2020 normals).
Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, nearest weather station.
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