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Richmond VA Medical Center

1201 Broad Rock Boulevard, Richmond, VA 23249

County:Richmond CityCBSA Area:Richmond, VAOwnership:Military & VeteransType:Acute Care

At a glance

Richmond VA Medical Center is a large acute care facility located in Richmond, Virginia, a major city known for its diverse community and strong support for military and veterans. While the center has not yet hired international nurses, its size and urban setting suggest potential opportunities for professional growth and exposure to a wide range of patient populations. International nurses may find the city’s established international community appealing as they consider relocation.

Hospital information

Hospital Type
Acute Care
Emergency Services
Yes
Bed Count
427
Magnet Status
No
Ownership
Military & Veterans
Licensure in Virginia

Global workforce

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

Comprehensive application process

Richmond, VA overview

Financials

Median $89,730
$67,020
10th
$119,860
90th
Cost of Living Index
97.99(2.01 below national average)

Adjusting RN median for local prices: $91,572 (-2% 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).

Travel insights

Nearest Airports
  • Richmond International Airport
  • Newport News Williamsburg International Airport
  • Charlottesville Albemarle Airport
  • Quantico MCAF /Turner field
  • Norfolk Naval Station (Chambers Field)

Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.

Metro area stats

Population
916,124
Large City (200k–999k)
International Population
90,295
Population with Bachelor's+
363,746

Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.

Education access ranking

Virginia state-level ranking (1 = best, 50 = worst).

Pre-K–1210th of 50Top 25%
1 (best)50
Higher Ed23rd of 50Top 50%
1 (best)50
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