Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital
810 12Th Street, Hood River, OR 97031
At a glance
Providence Hood River Memorial Hospital is a non-profit, Critical Access facility located in the small town of Hood River, Oregon, offering a close-knit community environment that may appeal to international nurses seeking a supportive and welcoming setting. While the hospital has not yet hired international nurses, its history of EB3 sponsorship suggests openness to international applicants. The presence of a notable international population in the area may also provide a sense of community for newcomers.
Hospital information
- Hospital Type
- Critical Access
- Emergency Services
- Yes
- Bed Count
- 32
- RN Count
- 91
- Magnet Status
- No
- Ownership
- Non-Profit
Global workforce
- Credentials Accepted
- CGFNS CES, ERES, Josef Silny
- CGFNS Qualifying Exam
- No
- English Proficiency
- Not Required
- Fingerprinting
- Yes
- Nurse Licensure Compact
- Pending
Comprehensive application process
Hood River, OR overview
Financials
Salary: Registered Nurses, May 2024 · U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS. Cost of living: BEA Regional Price Parities (2023).
Travel insights
- Drive69.9%
- Public transit0.9%
- Walk7.1%
- Other1.1%
- Work from home19.8%
- Portland Troutdale Airport
- Portland International Airport
- Aurora State Airport
- Portland Hillsboro Airport
- Southwest Washington Regional Airport
Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.
Metro area stats
- Population
- 16,735
- Small Town (10k–49k)
- International Population
- 3,372
Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.
Education access ranking
Oregon 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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