Lakeland Regional Medical Center
1324 Lakeland Hills Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33805
At a glance
Lakeland Regional Medical Center is a non-profit, acute care hospital located in Lakeland, Florida, a large 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 supportive and dynamic workplace in a vibrant metropolitan area.
Hospital information
- Hospital Type
- Acute Care
- Emergency Services
- Yes
- Bed Count
- 892
- RN Count
- 150
- Magnet Status
- No
- Ownership
- Non-Profit
Global workforce
- Credentials Accepted
- CGFNS CES, ERES, Josef Silny
- CGFNS Qualifying Exam
- No
- English Proficiency
- Undefined
- Fingerprinting
- Yes
- Nurse Licensure Compact
- Yes
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Lakeland-Winter Haven, FL overview
Financials
Adjusting RN median for local prices: $83,267 (-12% 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
- Drive88.3%
- Public transit0.7%
- Walk1.2%
- Other2.5%
- Work from home6.7%
- Lakeland Linder International Airport
- Kissimmee Gateway Airport
- Tampa International Airport
- Orlando International Airport
- St Petersburg Clearwater International Airport
Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.
Metro area stats
- Population
- 509,692
- Large City (200k–999k)
- International Population
- 69,719
- Population with Bachelor's+
- 109,285
Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.
Education access ranking
Florida 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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