Sanford USD Medical Center

1305 W 18th St Post Office Box 5039, Sioux Falls, SD 57117

County:MinnehahaCBSA Area:Sioux Falls, SD-MNOwnership:Non-ProfitType:Acute Care

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At a glance

Sanford USD Medical Center is a non-profit, acute care hospital located in Sioux Falls, a mid-size city in South Dakota, offering a supportive environment for international nurses. The hospital has a history of hiring international nurses through OPT, H1B, and EB3 programs, indicating openness to global talent. Its community setting and established international population make it a promising option for nurses seeking professional growth and cultural diversity.

Hospital information

Hospital Type: Acute Care
Emergency Services: Yes
Bed Count: 545
RN Count: 1,172
Magnet Status: Yes
Ownership: Non-Profit

Licensure in South Dakota

Global workforce

Credentials Accepted: CGFNS CES
CGFNS Qualifying Exam: No
English Proficiency: TOEFL or IELTS
Fingerprinting: Yes
Nurse Licensure Compact: Yes

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Sioux Falls, SD-MN overview

Financials

Median $68,890

$51,980

10th

$92,850

90th

Cost of Living Index

90.28(9.72 below national average)

Adjusting RN median for local prices: $76,306 (-23% 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).