Preston Memorial Hospital

150 Memorial Drive, Kingwood, WV 26537

County:PrestonCBSA Area:Morgantown, WVOwnership:ProprietaryType:Critical Access

At a glance

Preston Memorial Hospital is a proprietary Critical Access facility located in Kingwood, West Virginia, serving a mid-size city community. While the hospital has not yet hired international nurses, its setting in a diverse area with an international population suggests potential openness to global applicants. The hospital’s size and community-focused environment may offer a supportive atmosphere for international nurses seeking a welcoming workplace.

Hospital information

Hospital Type: Critical Access
Emergency Services: Yes
Bed Count: 25
RN Count: 50
Magnet Status: No
Ownership: Proprietary

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).