Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center

130 West Ravine Road, Kingsport, TN 37662

County:SullivanCBSA Area:Kingsport-Bristol, TN-VAOwnership:Non-ProfitType:Acute Care

At a glance

Wellmont Holston Valley Medical Center is a non-profit, acute care hospital located in Kingsport, Tennessee, a large city setting that may offer diverse experiences for nurses. While the hospital has not yet hired international nurses, its size and urban environment suggest potential opportunities for professional growth and community engagement. International nurses may find the hospital’s large patient base and city resources appealing as they consider relocation.

Hospital information

Hospital Type: Acute Care
Emergency Services: Yes
Bed Count: 505
RN Count: 551
Magnet Status: No
Ownership: Non-Profit

Licensure in Tennessee

Global workforce

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

Comprehensive but straightforward process

Kingsport-Bristol, TN-VA overview

Financials

Median $74,680

$53,280

10th

$97,650

90th

Cost of Living Index

85.35(14.65 below national average)

Adjusting RN median for local prices: $87,494 (-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).