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SGMC Health Lanier

116 West Thigpen Avenue, Lakeland, GA 31635

County:LanierCBSA Area:Douglas, GAOwnership:GovernmentType:Critical Access

At a glance

SGMC Health Lanier is a government-operated Critical Access hospital located in the small town of Lakeland, Georgia, offering a close-knit community environment that may appeal to international nurses seeking a supportive, rural setting. While the hospital has not yet hired international nurses, its size and community focus suggest it could be a welcoming place for those new to the U.S. healthcare system. The area’s modest international population may provide some cultural diversity, though resources for international staff may be limited.

Hospital information

Hospital Type
Critical Access
Emergency Services
Yes
Bed Count
25
RN Count
7
Magnet Status
No
Ownership
Government
Licensure in Georgia

Global workforce

Credentials Accepted
CGFNS CES
CGFNS Qualifying Exam
No
English Proficiency
Undefined
Fingerprinting
Yes
Nurse Licensure Compact
Yes

Comprehensive application process

Douglas, GA overview

Financials

Salary: Registered Nurses, May 2024 · U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics OEWS. Cost of living: BEA Regional Price Parities (2023).

Travel insights

Average commute:21.8 min
Drive
78.3%
  • Drive78.3%
  • Walk8.2%
  • Other0.9%
  • Work from home8.4%
Nearest Airports
  • Moody Air Force Base
  • Valdosta Regional Airport
  • Southwest Georgia Regional Airport
  • Jacksonville International Airport
  • Jacksonville International Airport

Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.

Metro area stats

Population
34,047
Small Town (10k–49k)
International Population
3,661

Source: American Community Survey, 5-Year Estimates.

Education access ranking

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

Pre-K–1224th of 50Top 50%
1 (best)50
Higher Ed26th of 50Bottom 50%
1 (best)50

Monthly weather

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

30°40°50°60°70°80°90°100°0in2in4in6in62°66°72°79°86°90°92°91°87°80°71°64°38°40°46°52°59°67°70°70°66°55°45°40°JanFebMarAprMayJunJulAugSepOctNovDecTemperature (°F)Precipitation (in)
Avg high Avg low Precipitation

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

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