Atrium Health Cleveland
201 E Grover St, Shelby, NC 28150
At a glance
Atrium Health Cleveland is a government acute care hospital located in the small town of Shelby, North Carolina, offering a close-knit community environment that may appeal to international nurses seeking a supportive setting. While the hospital has not yet hired international nurses, its size and community focus suggest it could be a welcoming place for those new to the area. The presence of an international population in the region may also help foster a sense of belonging for nurses from abroad.
Hospital information
- Hospital Type
- Acute Care
- Emergency Services
- Yes
- Bed Count
- 241
- RN Count
- 299
- Magnet Status
- No
- Ownership
- Government
Global workforce
- Credentials Accepted
- CGFNS CES
- CGFNS Qualifying Exam
- No
- English Proficiency
- TOEFL or IELTS
- Fingerprinting
- Yes
- Nurse Licensure Compact
- Yes
Comprehensive educational review
Forest City, NC overview
Financials
Salary: Registered Nurses, May 2024 · U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS. Cost of living: BEA Regional Price Parities (2023).
Travel insights
- Drive89.4%
- Walk1.2%
- Other0.8%
- Work from home8.7%
- Hickory Regional Airport
- Charlotte Douglas International Airport
- Greenville Spartanburg International Airport
- Concord-Padgett Regional Airport
Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.
Metro area stats
- Population
- 46,748
- Small Town (10k–49k)
- International Population
- 1,669
Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.
Education access ranking
North Carolina 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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