Wernersville State Hospital

160 Main Street, Wernersville, PA 19565

County:BerksCBSA Area:Reading, PAOwnership:GovernmentType:Psychiatric

At a glance

Wernersville State Hospital is a government-operated psychiatric facility located in Wernersville, Pennsylvania, within a large city setting. While the hospital has not yet hired international nurses, its size and public sector status suggest potential opportunities for diverse clinical experience and professional growth. The surrounding community includes a notable international population, which may offer a supportive environment for nurses from abroad.

Hospital information

Hospital Type: Psychiatric
Emergency Services: No
Bed Count: 266
RN Count: 76
Magnet Status: No
Ownership: Government

Licensure in Pennsylvania

Global workforce

Credentials Accepted: CGFNS CES, Josef Silny
CGFNS Qualifying Exam: No
English Proficiency: Undefined
Fingerprinting: Yes
Nurse Licensure Compact: Yes

Specific educational review

Reading, PA overview

Financials

Median $96,330

$75,030

10th

$125,280

90th

Cost of Living Index

96.02(3.98 below national average)

Adjusting RN median for local prices: $100,324 (+7% 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).