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Memorial Mission Hospital And Asheville Surgery Ce

509 Biltmore Ave, Asheville, NC 28801

County:BuncombeCBSA Area:Asheville, NCOwnership:Non-ProfitType:Acute Care

At a glance

Memorial Mission Hospital and Asheville Surgery Center is a non-profit, acute care facility located in Asheville, North Carolina, a large city with a notable international community. While the hospital has not yet hired international nurses, its size and urban setting suggest potential opportunities for diverse staff and professional growth. This environment may appeal to international nurses seeking a supportive, community-focused workplace in a vibrant metropolitan area.

Hospital information

Hospital Type
Acute Care
Emergency Services
Yes
Bed Count
735
RN Count
1,354
Magnet Status
Yes
Ownership
Non-Profit
Licensure in North Carolina

Global workforce

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

Comprehensive educational review

Asheville, NC overview

Financials

Median $80,720
$62,770
10th
$110,860
90th
Cost of Living Index
96.13(3.87 below national average)

Adjusting RN median for local prices: $83,970 (-11% 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).

Travel insights

Average commute:15.1 min
Drive
63%
  • Drive63%
  • Public transit1.8%
  • Walk7.5%
  • Other1.8%
  • Work from home25%
Nearest Airports
  • Asheville Regional Airport
  • Greenville Spartanburg International Airport
  • Greenville Downtown Airport
  • Tri-Cities Regional TN/VA Airport
  • Hickory Regional Airport

Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.

Metro area stats

Population
349,688
Large City (200k–999k)
International Population
23,388
Population with Bachelor's+
134,193

Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.

Education access ranking

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

Pre-K–1216th of 50Top 50%
1 (best)50
Higher Ed15th of 50Top 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°0in1in2in3in4in5in48°52°59°69°76°83°86°85°79°69°59°51°29°32°38°46°54°61°65°64°58°47°37°32°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTemperature (°F)Precipitation (in)
Avg high Avg low Precipitation

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

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