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Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center

2131 S 17th St, Wilmington, NC 28402

County:New HanoverCBSA Area:Wilmington, NCOwnership:GovernmentType:Acute Care

At a glance

Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center is a large government acute care hospital located in Wilmington, North Carolina, a sizable city that offers a diverse community setting. While the hospital has not yet hired international nurses, its significant size and established presence suggest potential opportunities for international applicants. The surrounding area includes a notable international population, which may help international nurses feel more at home.

Hospital information

Hospital Type
Acute Care
Emergency Services
Yes
Bed Count
769
RN Count
1,434
Magnet Status
No
Ownership
Government
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

Wilmington, NC overview

Financials

Median $75,710
$64,020
10th
$97,850
90th
Cost of Living Index
97.15(2.85 below national average)

Adjusting RN median for local prices: $77,933 (-20% 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

Nearest Airports
  • Wilmington International Airport
  • MCAS New River / McCutcheon Field
  • Albert J Ellis Airport
  • Albert J Ellis Airport

Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.

Metro area stats

Population
202,140
Large City (200k–999k)
International Population
11,967
Population with Bachelor's+
81,297

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).

30°40°50°60°70°80°90°0in2in4in6in8in57°60°67°75°81°87°90°88°84°76°67°60°36°38°44°53°61°69°73°72°67°56°45°39°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTemperature (°F)Precipitation (in)
Avg high Avg low Precipitation

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

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