Job Details

Position: Nurse Practitioner
Type: Full-Time
Department: Mercer Medicine, School of Medicine
Location: Plains, GA 31780

Position Overview

Mercer University’s Mercer Medicine clinic is seeking a Nurse Practitioner to provide high-quality primary care to the general population. This role operates under physician supervision and written protocols in accordance with the Nurse Practice Act of Georgia. The successful candidate will work collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team to deliver patient-centered care.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver primary health care services, including assessment, diagnosis, treatment, and management of acute and chronic conditions.

• Provide immunizations, injections, and preventative care as needed.

• Make referrals to medical specialists when appropriate.

• Educate patients on disease prevention, healthy lifestyles, and self-care strategies.

• Work independently and collaboratively with physicians under established protocols.

• Enforce clinic health and immunization policies.

• Utilize EMR (Athena) and Microsoft Office applications for documentation and communication.

Qualifications

Required

• Master’s degree in Nursing/Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner from an accredited institution.

• Current Nurse Practitioner certification from ANCC or AANP.

• At least one year of experience in a general clinic setting, preferably in a physician practice.

• Certificate of current liability insurance.

• Competence in Basic Life Support (BLS).

• Prescriptive authority via MD’s DEA or own DEA.

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and team collaboration skills.

Preferred

• Experience in a family practice setting.

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit the following documents via Mercer University’s Workday portal:

• Resume

• Cover Letter

• List of three professional references with contact information

External Applicants: Apply Here

Why Mercer University

Mercer University offers a supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package including:

• Health insurance for employees and dependents

• Retirement contributions

• Tuition waivers

• Paid vacation and sick leave

• Work-life balance and technology discounts

Mercer is committed to fostering professional growth, innovation, and excellence in patient care.

EEO Statement: Mercer University is an equal opportunity employer, committed to diversity and inclusion, and encourages applications from all qualified individuals, including veterans and persons with disabilities.