About this role
Job Number: 34239
Location: Albany Meredyth
Street Address: 2709 MEREDYTH DR STE 450 City, State: Albany, Georgia Zip Code: 31707 Department: PPG TRAUMA SURGERY-ADMIN Shift:
Job Type: Full time Posted Date: 2026-06-17 Job Description Summary: Responsible for patient care management, counseling, education of patients and families in collaboration with facility MD's. Description: Join Our Orthopedic Trauma Team! We are seeking a skilled and motivated Orthopedic Trauma Nurse Practitioner to join a collaborative, dedicated team providing high-quality care to patients with acute orthopedic injuries. This role offers the opportunity to work closely with surgeons in both inpatient and outpatient settings while playing a critical role in patient care, coordination, and recovery.
Role Overview
• Evaluate, diagnose, and manage patients with orthopedic trauma conditions
• Assist orthopedic surgeons in both the OR and clinical settings (as applicable)
• Provide pre-operative and post-operative care, including rounding and follow-ups
• Order and interpret diagnostic tests (imaging, labs)
• Perform procedures within scope (e.g., splinting, casting, wound care)
• Collaborate with physicians, nurses, and care teams to ensure continuity of care
• Educate patients and families on treatment plans, recovery expectations, and prevention
Qualifications
• Master’s Degree in Nursing (Nurse Practitioner)
• Board certification (NP-C, FNP-C, AGACNP, etc.)
• Active or eligible state licensure
• BLS required (ACLS may be required depending on setting)
Who You Are We’re especially interested in candidates with experience in orthopedics, trauma, or surgical care.
• Experience in orthopedic surgery, trauma, or inpatient surgical care preferred
• 3+ years experience in supervision and independent decision making in major nursing areas preferred
• Comfortable managing pre- and post-operative patients
• Strong clinical judgment and ability to work both independently and as part of a team
• Excellent communication skills with patients, families, and multidisciplinary teams
• Detail-oriented with strong documentation and care coordination skills
What We Offer We provide a competitive and well-rounded package designed to support your career and lifestyle:
• Competitive compensation
• Comprehensive PTO, medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan with employer contributions
• CME days + CME allowance
• Additional lifestyle and wellness benefits
Contact Amber Holloway, APP Recruitment, amholloway@phoebehealth.com