Starr Regional Medical Center Athens
1114 W Madison Ave, Athens, TN 37371
At a glance
Starr Regional Medical Center Athens is a proprietary, acute care hospital located in the small town of Athens, Tennessee, serving a community of 10,000–49,000 residents. While the hospital has not yet hired international nurses, its size and community-focused setting may offer a welcoming environment for those seeking a close-knit workplace. The presence of an international population in the area suggests potential support for diverse staff and cultural integration.
Hospital information
- Hospital Type
- Acute Care
- Emergency Services
- Yes
- Bed Count
- 190
- RN Count
- 132
- Magnet Status
- No
- Ownership
- Proprietary
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
Athens, TN overview
Financials
Salary: Registered Nurses, May 2024 · U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS. Cost of living: BEA Regional Price Parities (2023).
Travel insights
- McGhee Tyson Airport
- Chattanooga Metropolitan Airport (Lovell Field)
- Richard B Russell Airport
- Cobb County-Mc Collum Field
- DeKalb Peachtree Airport
Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.
Metro area stats
- Population
- 37,686
- Small Town (10k–49k)
- International Population
- 1,190
Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.
Education access ranking
Tennessee 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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