Oregon State Hospital Distinct Part
2600 Center Street NE, Salem, OR 97310
At a glance
Oregon State Hospital Distinct Part is a government-run psychiatric facility located in Salem, a large city in Oregon, offering a dynamic urban environment and access to a diverse community. While the hospital has not yet hired international nurses, its size and public setting suggest potential opportunities for professional growth and support. The presence of a significant international population in the area may also provide a welcoming atmosphere for nurses from abroad.
Hospital information
- Hospital Type
- Psychiatric
- Emergency Services
- No
- Bed Count
- 604
- RN Count
- 126
- Magnet Status
- No
- Ownership
- Government
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
Salem, OR overview
Financials
Adjusting RN median for local prices: $125,134 (+25% 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
- Salem Municipal Airport/McNary Field
- McMinnville Municipal Airport
- Aurora State Airport
- Portland Hillsboro Airport
- Portland International Airport
Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.
Metro area stats
- Population
- 287,298
- Large City (200k–999k)
- International Population
- 44,911
- Population with Bachelor's+
- 75,286
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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