Explore Nurse Practitioner (NP) Jobs

Find Nurse Practitioner jobs that match your clinical expertise, specialty, and career goals. Nurse Practitioners are advanced practice registered nurses who assess patients, diagnose conditions, provide treatment, and support better health outcomes across a wide range of care settings. Ladders features vetted professional opportunities, including NP positions with salaries of $100,000 or more.

Nurse Practitioner Roles and Specialties

NP opportunities vary by patient population and clinical focus. Employers hire Family Nurse Practitioners, Adult-Gerontology NPs, Pediatric NPs, Psychiatric-Mental Health NPs, and Acute Care NPs, among other specialties. Roles may be based in hospitals, primary care practices, specialty clinics, community health organizations, telehealth services, or other healthcare settings.

Responsibilities and Qualifications

Typical responsibilities include taking medical histories, conducting examinations, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, developing treatment plans, prescribing medications where authorized, and coordinating care with other clinicians. Requirements generally include an active registered nurse license, graduate-level nurse practitioner education, national certification in a specialty, and any state licensure or prescriptive authority required for the position. Specific qualifications vary by employer and location.

Find the Right NP Opportunity

When comparing Nurse Practitioner jobs, consider specialty, patient population, care setting, schedule, location, team structure, and compensation. Review each listing for its required credentials and scope of practice, since clinical responsibilities and licensing rules differ by state. Browse Ladders to discover vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more and identify opportunities aligned with your experience and next career step.

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$100K - $120K *

Elevate mental health care by providing individual telehealth psychiatric services. Enjoy the flexibility of remote work while collaborating with a team to develop effective treatment plans and ensuri...

Dayton, OHRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team to provide individual psychiatric care via telehealth, conducting assessments and prescribing treatments with a focus on ethical, patient-centered practice. Enjoy flexible hours and collab...

Toledo, OHRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Drive patient-focused psychiatric care through virtual telehealth solutions. Empower patients with tailored treatment plans while collaborating with a diverse team of professionals in a fully remote a...

Surprise, AZRemote

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $188K *

Lead the charge in delivering comprehensive telepsychiatry services, conducting evaluations, managing treatment plans, and collaborating with a dedicated care team to enhance patient mental health acr...

Mineola, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Optimize patient care through virtual support, ensuring compliance with regulations while delivering accurate diagnoses and treatment. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance patient experiences...

Alabama, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $145K *

Elevate pediatric mental health care by delivering comprehensive evaluations, treatment planning, and medication management for children and young adults. Collaborate with a dedicated team to foster m...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $155K *

Lead the delivery of comprehensive psychiatric care for children and young adults. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to provide evaluations, treatment planning, and medication management, fos...

New Jersey, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $135K *

Unlock your potential as a Nurse Practitioner, collaborating with a dynamic team to assess and treat patients' mental health needs, develop tailored treatment plans, and ensure compliance with healthc...

Houston, TXRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $135K *

Shape the future of mental health care by providing comprehensive assessments, treatment plans, and patient education. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes and ensure...

Illinois, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $135K *

Take ownership of patient care by assessing mental and physical health, diagnosing disorders, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to implement effective treatment plans while ensuring com...

Fort Lauderdale, FLRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $135K *

Elevate mental health care by assessing patients and collaborating with teams to create effective treatment plans. Utilize your expertise in psychotherapy and medication management to enhance patient...

Jacksonville, FLRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $135K *

Elevate mental health care by assessing patients, diagnosing disorders, and collaborating with a team to implement effective treatment plans. Your expertise will guide individuals toward recovery whil...

Frankfort, ILRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$89K - $106K *

Champion community health by providing specialized nursing care and education to individuals and families. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to manage chronic conditions and promote healthy li...

Capitol Heights, MDRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $135K *

Discover a rewarding role in mental health as you assess, diagnose, and treat patients. Collaborate with a dedicated team to implement effective treatment plans while ensuring compliance with regulati...

Florida, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $135K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming mental health care through comprehensive assessments, treatment planning, and collaboration with an interdisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes and...

Tampa, FLRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $135K *

Unlock potential by joining our team as a Nurse Practitioner, where you'll assess and treat patients' mental health needs, collaborate with an interdisciplinary team, and implement effective treatment...

Plainfield, ILRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $135K *

Join us to assess and treat patients' mental health, collaborating with a dedicated team to develop effective treatment plans. Utilize your expertise in psychotherapy and medication management to enha...

Oak Park, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $135K *

Empower individuals by providing comprehensive mental health care, diagnosing disorders, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to create effective treatment plans. Engage with patients acros...

Hoffman Estates, ILRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $135K *

Transform patient care by assessing mental and physical health, diagnosing disorders, and collaborating with a team to implement effective treatment plans. Engage in psychotherapy, prescribe medicatio...

San Antonio, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $135K *

Transform patient care by assessing mental and physical health, diagnosing disorders, and implementing treatment plans. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance patient outcomes through psychother...

Oklahoma, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $135K *

Join our team to assess and treat patients' mental health needs, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to develop effective treatment plans. You'll conduct psychotherapy, prescribe medications...

Orlando, FLRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $135K *

Join us to assess and treat patients' mental health needs, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to develop effective treatment plans. Utilize your expertise in psychotherapy and medication man...

Austin, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K *

Engage in delivering high-quality mental health care through evaluations, treatment planning, and collaboration with a dedicated team, ensuring optimal patient outcomes in a fast-paced, innovative env...

Dallas, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K *

Join a dynamic team as you deliver high-quality mental health care to adults and older adults. Utilize innovative treatment methods, conduct thorough evaluations, and collaborate closely with care tea...

Las Vegas, NVRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $155K *

Empower patients by delivering compassionate, patient-centered palliative care through virtual consultations. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance quality of life for members with complex needs...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Nurse Practitioner do?question toggle

    A Nurse Practitioner is an advanced practice registered nurse who evaluates patients, diagnoses and manages health conditions, develops treatment plans, and provides preventive and ongoing care. Duties depend on specialty, employer, and state scope-of-practice rules.

  • What qualifications are typically required for Nurse Practitioner jobs?question toggle

    Most positions require an active RN license, graduate-level NP education, national certification in the relevant specialty, and state licensure. Some employers also require clinical experience, specific certifications, or prescriptive authority.

  • What specialties can Nurse Practitioners work in?question toggle

    Common specialties include family practice, adult-gerontology, pediatrics, psychiatric-mental health, and acute care. Available roles and credential requirements vary by employer and location.

  • Where do Nurse Practitioners work?question toggle

    Nurse Practitioners work in settings such as hospitals, primary care practices, specialty clinics, community health organizations, and telehealth services.

  • How can I find Nurse Practitioner jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Explore vetted NP listings on Ladders and review each job's salary information, specialty, location, schedule, and credential requirements. Compensation varies with factors such as experience, location, employer, and clinical focus.