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Licensed Practical Nurse, 3WEST

SGMC Health

Valdosta, Georgia

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Posted Aug 10, 2026 · Last seen active Aug 11, 2026

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SGMC Health is a community hospital, the kind of building where you learn every name fast. It's a day shift — the full-speed version of the unit, with every specialist in the building.

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Description WHAT IT'S LIKE AT SGMC HEALTH Purpose. No matter your role or area that you work in, at SGMC Health we are collectively working towards goals that will make our community a better place. Excellence. We strive to do the right thing the right way, are accountable in all we do, require competence of our people, and are compassionate in our service. Team Spirit. We encourage team effort, support personal and professional development, acknowledge individual talents and skills, and support innovation and empowerment. Award Winning Performance. We are committed to providing the best care possible and we are proud to be recognized locally, statewide, and nationally for the exceptional care that our staff provides. WHY YOU WILL LOVE SGMC HEALTH SGMC has great benefit options, depending on the role that you are going into– including healthcare, supplementary benefits, ways to save for the future, opportunities for career advancement, and opportunities to expand your skill set. Some of these great benefit options are listed below: Low Healthcare Insurance Premiums 401(k) with employer match Paid Time Off (PTO) Employee discounts Company paid life insurance Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Cancer Insurance Accident Insurance Pet Insurance Tuition Reimbursement On-the-job training and skills development Opportunities for growth and advancement Employee Assistance Program JOB LOCATION : Main Campus DEPARTMENT: 3WEST SCHEDULE: Full Time, 12 HR Day Shift, 0645-1915 POSITION SUMMARY Assists the RN in gathering assessment data. Performs and assists with procedures. Documents care provided. Operates clinical equipment and patient information systems. Maintains an atmosphere which ensures SGMC Health's mission, vision, values, code of conduct, goals, policies and standards are consistently supported and enforced. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS & ABILITIES Education, Certification, & Licensure: Current LPN License in State of Georgia. Current Healthcare Provider CPR required. One (1) year experience in related acute care specialty preferred. Ability to work well individually and as a team member. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with patient/family units. Ability to read and interpret policies and standards. Strong clinical skills in assessment, intervention, documentation and evaluation. Ability to communicate clearly with, and care for diverse population of patients/family units of all ages, a variety of cultures, and/or persons occasionally exhibiting stressed behaviors. Ability to operate clinical equipment, computer and telecommunications devices. WORKING CONDITIONS - ADA INFORMATION Works primarily in hospital setting. Requires considerable standing, mental effort, stooping, bending, lifting (in excess of fifty (50) lbs.), pushing objects (carts, beds, and wheelchairs). Likely to be exposed to blood and body fluids, including infectious diseases. Uses medical, equipment, telecommunications devices and patient information systems on a regular basis. Physical functional capacity for healthcare as defined by the Saunders Method (very heavy). SEE WHAT ALL OF THE HYPE IS ABOUT https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_DeqKw8xk54

Skills for this role

Patient assessmentMedical procedure assistanceCare documentationClinical information systemsPatient interactionAssisting with diagnostic tests and proceduresAssisting medical staffClinical assessment documentationMedical equipment operationComputer skillsTelecommunications systemsWorking with individuals from diverse cultural backgrounds

Certifications

BLS

Requirements

  • LPN License in State of Georgia

Benefits

  • Disability insurance
  • Tuition reimbursement
  • Paid time off
  • On-the-job training
  • Employee assistance program
  • 401(k) matching
  • Employee discount
  • Opportunities for advancement

About the employer

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SGMC Health
Community Hospital

SGMC Health, formerly known as South Georgia Medical Center, is a community healthcare system based in Valdosta, Georgia. The organization serves the south Georgia region and is currently undergoing main campus construction, signaling a period of growth and expansion. SGMC…

4.3 Google rating

What reviewers appreciate

  • Purpose-driven work environment with a clear sense of mission
  • Opportunities for career advancement and skill set expansion
  • Team-oriented culture that encourages collaboration and innovation

What reviewers flag

  • Management rated lowest category at 2.9 out of 5 on Indeed reviews
  • Employees report need for improvement in trust in colleagues
  • Sense of belonging cited as an area for improvement by reviewers
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Living in Valdosta, GA

Valdosta sits in south Georgia near the Florida border, known as the 'Azalea City' for its vibrant spring blooms. Home to Valdosta State University, it blends college-town energy with small-town Southern charm—a practical home base for nurses seeking a slower pace and easy access to coastal beaches and north Florida.

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Metro price level · Valdosta area
88.3
12% below the national average
Median gross rent
$1,054/mo
rent and tenant-paid utilities

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