Garfield County Public Hospital District #1
66 North Sixth Street, Pomeroy, WA 99347
At a glance
Garfield County Public Hospital District #1 is a government-operated Critical Access Hospital located in the small town of Pomeroy, Washington, offering a close-knit community environment ideal for nurses seeking a rural healthcare setting. While the hospital has not yet hired international nurses, its size and supportive atmosphere may appeal to those looking for personalized professional experiences. The area’s small-town charm and potential openness to international candidates make it a possible fit for nurses interested in community-focused care.
Hospital information
- Hospital Type
- Critical Access
- Emergency Services
- Yes
- Bed Count
- 25
- RN Count
- 2
- 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
Specific educational review
Lewiston, ID-WA overview
Financials
Adjusting RN median for local prices: $96,682 (+3% 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
- Drive78.5%
- Walk4.8%
- Work from home15.6%
- Lewiston Nez Perce County Airport
- Pullman Moscow Regional Airport
- Walla Walla Regional Airport
Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.
Metro area stats
- Population
- 45,650
- Small Town (10k–49k)
- International Population
- 1,410
- Population with Bachelor's+
- 11,302
Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.
Education access ranking
Washington 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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