West Virginia University Hospitals, Inc

Medical Center Drive, Morgantown, WV 26506

County:MonongaliaCBSA Area:Morgantown, WVOwnership:Non-ProfitType:Acute Care

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At a glance

West Virginia University Hospitals, Inc. is a non-profit, acute care facility located in Morgantown, a mid-size city in West Virginia, offering a supportive environment for healthcare professionals. The hospital has a history of hiring international nurses, including those on OPT and EB3 visas, which may indicate openness to international applicants. Its size and community setting, along with a notable international population in the area, could provide a welcoming atmosphere for nurses from abroad.

Hospital information

Hospital Type: Acute Care
Emergency Services: Yes
Bed Count: 531
RN Count: 1,085
Magnet Status: Yes
Ownership: Non-Profit

Licensure in West Virginia

Global workforce

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

Detailed but manageable process

Morgantown, WV overview

Financials

Median $81,040

$59,140

10th

$96,150

90th

Cost of Living Index

92.28(7.72 below national average)

Adjusting RN median for local prices: $87,824 (-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).