Nurse Practitioner

Job Number: 34722Location: Sumter Campus Street Address: 126 US-280 City, State: Americus, Georgia Zip Code: 31719Department: PPG SUMTER ED-APP Shift: Mid-Level Shift Job Type: Full time Posted Date: 2026-09-07 Job Description Summary: We are looking for a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant to join the Phoebe Family at Phoebe Sumter in Americus, Georgia. JOB SUMMARY Responsible for patient care management, counseling, education of patients and families in collaboration with facility MD's. EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS Master’s Degree in Nursing OR Physician Assisting (Required) EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS 1+ years of prior APP experience (Strongly preferred) Emergency Center experience (Preferred) 4+ years experience in supervision and independent decision making in major nursing areas (Preferred) CERTIFICATIONS AND LICENSURES Required Certifications/Licensures: Nurse Practitioners Certification (NP-C) OR Physician Assistant Certified (PA-C) Basic Life Support (BLS) Department Specific Certifications may be required GENERAL REQUIREMENTS Adheres to the hospital and departmental attendance and punctuality guidelines Performs all job responsibilities in alignment with the core values, mission and vision of the organization Performs other duties as required and completes all job functions as per departmental policies and procedures Maintains current knowledge in present areas of responsibility (i.e., self education, attends ongoing educational programs) Attends staff meetings and completes mandatory in-services and requirements and competency evaluations on time. Demonstrates competency at all levels in providing care to all patients based on age, sex, weight, and demonstrated needs. For non-clinical areas, has attended training and demonstrates usage of age- specific customer service skills. Wears protective clothing and equipment as appropriate. About Phoebe Putney Health System 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr