Fall 2026 New Graduate LPN Phoebe Sumter

Phoebe Sumter Medical Center; Americus (GA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Job summary

Phoebe Sumter Medical Center is seeking a Licensed Practical Nurse to provide professional nursing care under supervision across medical/surgical, obstetrical, critical care, emergency, and outpatient areas. You will support care planning, documentation, and patient-family interactions in Americus, GA.

Requirements include an associate degree or equivalent in LPN, 1–2 years of healthcare experience, and active CPR with Georgia LPN license.

Qualifications

• 2 year / Associate Degree in Licensed Practical Nurse (Required)
• 1-2 years healthcare environment experience (Required)
• CPR certification and Georgia LPN license are required

Responsibilities

• Provide professional nursing care under supervision for assigned patients and areas.
• Treat patients and families with compassion and implement the plan of care.
• Document and submit required information in a timely fashion with correct terminology.
• Maintain patient confidentiality and privacy; adhere to policies and procedures.

Skills

Compassionate care

Communication

Education

LPN license/degree

Job description

Job Number:34762Location:Sumter CampusStreet Address:126 US-280City, State:Americus, GeorgiaZip Code:31719Department:PSMC NURSING ADMShift:DaysJob Type:Full timePosted Date:2026-08-05Job Description Summary:Description:Provide professional nursing care under supervision for assigned patients in assigned areas including medical/surgical units, obstetrical units, critical care units, emergency center, and outpatient areas according to established standards and practices for ages prescribed by department population.Qualifications2 year / Associate Degree in Licensed Practical Nurse (Required)Work Experience1 - 2 years healthcare environment & nbsp (Required)Licenses and CertificationsRequired Certifications/Licensures:Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR)Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) with current Georgia licenseEssential FunctionsCARE PROCESSES:Treats patients and families with compassion and implements plan of care.Bases care decisions on plan of care.Monitors and documents patient response.Establishes rapport with clients.Adapts communication style, listens and responds to patient needs.Recognizes age-specific responses to treatment.Provides effective interventions.Respects patients confidentiality and privacy.Supports social, spiritual, and cultural needs of patients and families.Manages difficult or emotional patient situations.DOCUMENTATION:Documents and submits required information and data in a timely fashion.Clearly and accurately documents designated processes, policies, products, service offerings, etc.Ensures that documentation is tailored to expected readers / users.Uses correct terminology.Conforms to required style and format.CARE PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION:Develops an individualized plan with strategies that address diagnoses.Provides for continuity through a plan that directs other members of the team.Implements the plan in a safe and timely manner.Documents implementation and includes changes or omissions of the identified plan.Consults with healthcare providers and makes referrals as appropriate.Utilizes appropriate community resources and systems to implement the plan.ASSESSMENT AND DIAGNOSIS:Collects data in a systematic and ongoing processIssues are identified and diagnoses are developed based on assessment data.Prioritizes data collection based on the patient's condition and needs.Identifies expected outcomes and plan based on diagnoses or issues.TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT USE:Demonstrates technical skill in using equipment appropriate for role.Understands equipment operation.Maintains equipment in working order.Troubleshoots equipment problems.Uses technology to increase productivity.Adapts to new technologyCARE PROCESSES:Treats patients and families with compassion and implements plan of care.Bases care decisions on plan of care.Monitors and documents patient response.Establishes rapport with clients.Adapts communication style, listens and responds to patient needs.Recognizes age-specific responses to treatment.Provides effective interventions.Respects patients confidentiality and privacy.Supports social, spiritual, and cultural needs of patients and families.Manages difficult or emotional patient situations.DOCUMENTATION:Documents and submits required information and data in a timely fashion.Clearly and accurately documents designated processes, policies, products, service offerings, etc.Ensures that documentation is tailored to expected readers / users.Uses correct terminology.Conforms to required style and format.CARE PLANNING AND IMPLEMENTATION:Develops an individualized plan with strategies that address diagnoses.Provides for continuity through a plan that directs other members of the team.Implements the plan in a safe and timely manner.Documents implementation and includes changes or omissions of the identified plan.Consults with healthcare providers and makes referrals as appropriate.Utilizes appropriate community resources and systems to implement the plan.ASSESSMENT AND DIAGNOSIS:Collects data in a systematic and ongoing processIssues are identified and diagnoses are developed based on assessment data.Prioritizes data collection based on the patient's condition and needs.Identifies expected outcomes and plan based on diagnoses or issues.TECHNOLOGY AND EQUIPMENT USE:Demonstrates technical skill in using equipment appropriate for role.Understands equipment operation.Maintains equipment in working order.Troubleshoots equipment problems.Uses technology to increase productivity.Adapts to new technologyAdditional DutiesAdheres 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.