Nurse Practitioner in Jackson, GA
Updated 10/27/26
Jackson, Georgia, United States
Nurse Practitioner
Family Practice/Primary Care
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
Other
Position Type
Full-Time
Locums/Travel
Work Environment
Outpatient
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
The Nurse Practitioner provides medical care services and treatment to patients of all ages within scope of license, in collaboration with a physician as required by law. The Nurse Practitioner collaborates with the multidisciplinary team to collect and document patient data, performs physical examinations, diagnostic and therapeutic tests and procedures, assessments and screenings, prescribes medications and treatments, orders and schedules laboratory and diagnostic studies to provide evidence based care and comprehensive services including direct patient care. Additionally, the Nurse Practitioner may have an area of specialty practice.
Job Responsibilities
Diagnose and treat acute and chronic medical conditions in accordance with evidence-based practice guidelines.
Manage chronic disease states including diabetes, hypertension, asthma, cardiovascular disease, and other long-term health conditions.
Provide same-day sick visits, urgent care services, and follow-up evaluations as needed.
Prescribe medications, therapies, and treatment plans within scope of practice and state regulations.
Order, interpret, and review laboratory, radiology, and diagnostic test results to support clinical decision-making.
Perform minor medical procedures including wound care, laceration repair, suturing, splinting, and other office-based treatments as appropriate.
Assess, stabilize, and coordinate care for patients presenting with emergent or urgent medical conditions.
Administer immunizations, preventive screenings, and health maintenance services.
Educate patients and families regarding diagnoses, medications, treatment plans, disease prevention, and healthy lifestyle practices.
Document all patient encounters, assessments, treatment plans, and follow-up care accurately and timely in the electronic medical record.
Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and interdisciplinary healthcare team members to ensure continuity of care and positive patient outcomes.
Participate in quality improvement initiatives, compliance programs, and organizational policies and procedures.
Maintain current knowledge of clinical best practices, regulatory requirements, and professional standards.
Qualifications
Current DEA registration and BLS certification required.
Minimum one year of Nurse Practitioner experience preferred.
Experience in primary care, urgent care, family practice, occupational medicine, or community health strongly preferred.
Ability to independently evaluate, diagnose, and treat patients of all ages.
Experience with medication management, chronic disease management, and preventive healthcare.
Strong procedural skills, including suturing and emergency stabilization, preferred.
Excellent communication, documentation, and patient education skills.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented clinical environment.
Working Hours
Shift Length: 8-hour day shifts (5x8s)
Hours Per Week: 40 hours
Facility Hours: Day shift schedule
Weekends: Not required
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