Phoebe Putney Health System
Location
Americus, Georgia
The Nurse Practitioner is responsible for comprehensive patient care management, including counseling and education for patients and families, working in collaboration with facility Medical Doctors. Essential functions involve systematic data collection, diagnosis development based on assessment, planning expected outcomes, and evaluating patient responses to care.
A Master’s degree in nursing is required for this role, along with 3 years of experience in supervision and independent decision-making in major nursing areas (preferred). Candidates must possess the PA-C (Physician Assistant) certification, Nurse Practitioners Certification (NP-C), and Basic Life Support (BCLS) certification.
Join a Team That Puts Patients First Are you an experienced Nurse Practitioner looking for a meaningful role in a supportive, team-focused environment? Join our primary care team in Americus, where you’ll provide high-quality, patient-centered care in a community that truly values what you do. This is your opportunity to practice with purpose, build lasting patient relationships, and be part of a collaborative care team that prioritizes both patient outcomes and provider well-being. Why You’ll Love This Role Collaborative, team-based care with strong physician support Opportunity to build long-term relationships with patients Balanced schedule supporting work-life balance Community-focused practice where your impact is visible and meaningful Supportive environment that values your clinical expertise and input What You’ll Do Provide comprehensive primary care services, including assessment, diagnosis, and treatment Manage acute and chronic conditions across a diverse patient population Perform physical exams, preventative care visits, and health screenings Develop, implement, and adjust individualized care plans based on patient needs Educate patients and families on conditions, medications, and wellness strategies Collaborate closely with physicians and the care team to ensure continuity of care Accurately document patient care and maintain timely medical records Participate in quality improvement initiatives and help enhance care delivery Qualifications and Experience Masters Degree in Nursing (Required) Nurse Practitioners Certification (NP-C) (Required) BCLS - Basic Life Support (Required) Department Specific Certifications (Preferred) Experience in primary care (Preferred) 3 years’ experience in supervision and independent decision making in major nursing areas. (Preferred) #AH123 All Career Site links will be transferred to new URLs on January 31st, increasing performance and enhancing security. Your application data will be saved, but any bookmarked links will need to be replaced. All candidates with active applications will receive a notification with the new link once the URLs are live. Thank you for your patience! Phoebe Putney Health System is southwest Georgia’s preferred career choice for professionals who want to improve the community’s health by joining a respected, cutting-edge team. We offer you the opportunity to collaborate with the best colleagues in a friendly, close-knit setting that feels like family. Your career at Phoebe will allow you to apply learned skills, explore new paths and advance into greater opportunities. There's more for you at Phoebe. Phoebe is simply the best, most advanced healthcare provider in the region. If you want to work in the medical field, we are the preferred choice, with the best technology, the most specialists and the area’s top talent. If you are searching for a non-clinical career that allows you to serve the community and grow, you’ll also find us ideal. We’re one of the area’s premier employers, offering a close-knit culture, outstanding benefits and many ways to develop your career.
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