Rusk State Hosp
805 N Dickinson Dr, Rusk, TX 75785
At a glance
Rusk State Hospital is a government-operated psychiatric facility located in a small town in Texas, offering a close-knit community environment that may appeal to nurses seeking a quieter setting. While the hospital has not yet hired international nurses, its public sector status suggests potential openness to diverse applicants. The facility’s size and focus on psychiatric care provide opportunities for professional growth in a specialized field.
Hospital information
- Hospital Type
- Psychiatric
- Emergency Services
- No
- Bed Count
- 380
- RN Count
- 66
- Magnet Status
- No
- Ownership
- Government
Global workforce
- Credentials Accepted
- CGFNS CES, ERES, Josef Silny
- CGFNS Qualifying Exam
- No
- English Proficiency
- TOEFL or IELTS
- Fingerprinting
- Yes
- Nurse Licensure Compact
- Yes
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Jacksonville, TX overview
Financials
Salary: Registered Nurses, May 2024 · U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS. Cost of living: BEA Regional Price Parities (2023).
Travel insights
- Drive85.2%
- Walk3.6%
- Work from home11.2%
- Tyler Pounds Regional Airport
- Angelina County Airport
- East Texas Regional Airport
- East Texas Regional Airport
Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.
Metro area stats
- Population
- 33,407
- Small Town (10k–49k)
- International Population
- 4,534
Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.
Education access ranking
Texas 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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