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Medstar Washington Hospital Center

110 Irving Street Nw, Washington, DC 20010

County:The DistrictCBSA Area:Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WVOwnership:Non-ProfitType:Acute Care

At a glance

Medstar Washington Hospital Center is a large, non-profit acute care facility located in the major metropolitan area of Washington, DC, offering a dynamic environment for nurses seeking diverse clinical experiences. The hospital has a history of hiring international nurses through the EB3 program, which may appeal to candidates looking for sponsorship opportunities. Its urban setting and significant international community presence provide a supportive and multicultural atmosphere for international nursing professionals.

Hospital information

Hospital Type
Acute Care
Emergency Services
Yes
Bed Count
818
RN Count
900
Magnet Status
No
Ownership
Non-Profit
Licensure in District of Columbia

Global workforce

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

Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV overview

Financials

Median $101,800
$79,460
10th
$129,320
90th
Cost of Living Index
108.64(8.64 above national average)

Adjusting RN median for local prices: $93,703 (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

Average commute:31.1 min
Work from home
35.3%
  • Drive22.9%
  • Public transit27.2%
  • Walk6.6%
  • Other2.5%
  • Work from home35.3%
Nearest Airports
  • Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport
  • Tipton Airport
  • Washington Dulles International Airport
  • Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport
  • Quantico MCAF /Turner field

Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.

Metro area stats

Population
4,350,669
Major Metro (1M+)
International Population
1,280,777
Population with Bachelor's+
2,305,743

Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.

Monthly weather

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

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Avg high Avg low Precipitation

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

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