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University of Wisconsin Hospitals & Clinics Authority

600 Highland Avenue, Madison, WI 53792

County:DaneCBSA Area:Madison, WIOwnership:GovernmentType:Acute Care

At a glance

University of Wi Hospitals & Clinics Authority is a large government acute care facility located in Madison, Wisconsin, a sizable city with a notable international community. While the hospital has not yet hired international nurses, its size and urban setting suggest potential opportunities for diverse staff and professional growth. This environment may appeal to international nurses seeking a dynamic workplace in a supportive, multicultural city.

Hospital information

Hospital Type
Acute Care
Emergency Services
Yes
Bed Count
536
RN Count
1,464
Magnet Status
No
Ownership
Government
Licensure in Wisconsin

Global workforce

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

Specific educational requirements

Madison, WI overview

Financials

Median $89,980
$80,000
10th
$110,100
90th
Cost of Living Index
95.79(4.21 below national average)

Adjusting RN median for local prices: $93,939 (0% 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
  • Dane County Regional Truax Field
  • Chicago Rockford International Airport
  • Volk Field
  • Wittman Regional Airport
  • General Mitchell International Airport

Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.

Metro area stats

Population
456,012
Large City (200k–999k)
International Population
39,438
Population with Bachelor's+
221,938

Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.

Education access ranking

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

Pre-K–127th of 50Top 25%
1 (best)50
Higher Ed10th of 50Top 25%
1 (best)50

Monthly weather

Average high and low temperatures with precipitation (NOAA 1991–2020 normals).

10°20°30°40°50°60°70°80°90°0in2in4in6in28°32°44°57°69°78°82°81°74°61°46°33°11°14°25°36°47°57°61°59°51°39°29°18°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTemperature (°F)Precipitation (in)
Avg high Avg low Precipitation

Source: NOAA U.S. Climate Normals 1991–2020, nearest weather station.

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