Critical Care Nurse Practitioner Opening in Athens, GA-Mostly Days

A well-established and highly respected


Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine practice in the Athens, GA


area is seeking a


full-time, permanent Nurse Practitioner


to join its


Critical Care team


. This provider will work in a collaborative environment with consistent physician support and the opportunity to practice at the top of their license. Both experienced Nurse Practitioners and new graduates with a critical care background are encouraged to apply.

Compensation & Benefits

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  Generous salary based on experience
  
  
  
  



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  Opportunity for an end-of-year bonus
  
  



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  Comprehensive benefits package, including:
  
  
  
  
  
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    Health insurance (mostly employer-paid)
    
    
  
  
  
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    401(k) with employer match after one year
    
    
  
  
  
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    CME allowance
    
    
  
  
  
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    Cell phone
    
    
  
  
  
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    Malpractice coverage
    
    
  
  
  
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    Paid Time Off (PTO)
    
    
  
  
  
  
  

Schedule, Coverage & Clinical Responsibilities

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  12.5-hour shifts
  
  
  
  



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  Shifts are blocked together
  
  



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  Mostly day shifts with night shifts rotating evenly among 7 Advanced Practice Providers
  
  



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  Option to work nights only, if preferred
  
  



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  A physician is always available for support
  
  



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  Coverage of approximately 20 ICU beds, plus limited admissions
  
  



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  Procedures include:
  
  
  
  
  
  
  
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    Central line placement
    
    
  
  
  
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    Endotracheal intubation
    
    
  
  
  
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    Training on procedures is available if needed
    
    
  
  
  
  
  

About the Practice

Founded in 1979, this group has been the leader in Pulmonary, Critical Care, and Sleep Medicine in the Athens area for over four decades. The practice has developed a long-standing reputation for excellence among patients, referring physicians, and hospital partners. Board-certified providers deliver comprehensive consultative, diagnostic, and therapeutic services for patients with complex conditions affecting the lungs and breathing.

Qualifications

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  Certified Acute Care Nurse Practitioner
  
  



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  Recent Critical care experience required
  
  



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  New graduates with a recent critical care background are welcome to apply
  
  

Community:

Athens, Georgia, offers Nurse Practitioners an exceptional balance of professional opportunity and quality of life. Home to the University of Georgia, Athens combines the energy of a vibrant college town with the warmth of a close-knit community, featuring a renowned music and arts scene, excellent dining, and year-round cultural events. The area offers a lower cost of living than many metropolitan regions, easy access to outdoor recreation, and charming neighborhoods, all while being within a short drive of Atlanta. For healthcare professionals, Athens provides the chance to build a rewarding career while enjoying a relaxed lifestyle, strong community connections, and Southern charm.

If you are a Nurse Practitioner seeking a rewarding critical care role within a respected, collaborative practice, we encourage you to apply.

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