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 *

Empower individuals by delivering tailored, evidence-based psychotherapy remotely to older adults. Collaborate with a supportive team while managing your schedule and focusing on patient care, aided b...

Massachusetts, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential by delivering impactful psychotherapy to older adults in a supportive, flexible telehealth environment. Collaborate with a dedicated team while setting your own hours, ensuring a...

Alaska, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$91K - $163K *

Join a team that's dedicated to improving healthcare outcomes through clinical review and collaboration. You'll engage in appeals and grievances processes, working closely with medical directors and p...

Minnetonka, MNRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team as a Clinical Oncology Pharmacist, delivering expert pharmaceutical support and collaborating with healthcare professionals to enhance patient care and optimize medication therapy...

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2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Support oncology care by delivering expert pharmaceutical services, collaborating with clinical teams to ensure safe and effective medication therapy, and driving quality improvement initiatives for o...

Florida, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$66K - $106K *

Join a team that's dedicated to conducting thorough medical reviews and applying clinical judgment to ensure compliance and prevent fraud in healthcare claims. Collaborate with professionals to suppor...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$123K - $168K *

Drive product growth and acceptance by building relationships with healthcare providers. Manage territory strategies, educate stakeholders, and uphold ethical standards while collaborating cross-funct...

Richmond, KYRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Pioneer the improvement of clinical documentation quality through collaboration with healthcare teams. Educate staff on documentation processes, enhance patient records, and ensure accurate clinical d...

Salt Lake City, UTRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$66K - $142K *

Empower members by providing comprehensive care management for complex medical, behavioral, and social needs. Collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance health outcomes, coordinate care, and develop...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$78K - $168K *

Unlock potential by delivering holistic, evidence-based care remotely. Collaborate with a dedicated team to assess, diagnose, and manage health issues for patients aged 18 months and older in a suppor...

Tennessee, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$82K - $87K *

Transform clinical compliance through advanced auditing and mentorship. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure adherence to regulatory standards and improve operational efficiency in a dyna...

Houston, TXRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$82K - $87K *

Contribute to clinical compliance excellence by conducting audits, mentoring teams, and enhancing operational processes. Collaborate with leadership to ensure adherence to regulatory standards and imp...

Philadelphia, PARemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a nationwide virtual practice transforming mental healthcare for older adults. Deliver high-quality psychotherapy while setting your own schedule and benefiting from unparalleled support and reso...

Utah, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$151K - $206K *

Empower patient access by providing education and support to healthcare professionals, ensuring effective communication with pharmacies and payers, and optimizing distribution networks for timely trea...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$145K *

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5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K *

Unlock your potential by providing compassionate telehealth therapy. Join a supportive team dedicated to delivering personalized care and making meaningful connections with clients while enjoying flex...

Sacramento, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

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6 days ago

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

$76K - $199K *

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California, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$260K - $270K *

Unlock your potential as a Psychiatrist, providing advanced outpatient care via virtual platforms. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive treatment for diverse psychiatric c...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $120K *

Transform client lives by delivering virtual counseling services, managing treatment plans, and maintaining a consistent caseload. Enjoy a stable schedule while making a meaningful impact in a support...

Farmington, NMRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $120K *

Join a team that's leveraging technology to enhance mental health access through telehealth. Provide comprehensive assessments and tailored treatment plans while collaborating with professionals to su...

Oakland, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$78K - $92K *

Lead the delivery of evidence-based mental health therapy via video sessions, managing a diverse caseload while utilizing digital tools to enhance client outcomes and cultural responsiveness in care...

Connecticut, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $189K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional patient care across various inpatient units. Experience diverse nursing challenges while collaborating with healthcare professionals to enhance pa...

Seattle, WARemote

2 weeks ago

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

$76K - $199K *

Help us drive sales and build relationships in the Neuroscience sector by promoting innovative migraine therapies. Engage with healthcare professionals to implement strategic business plans and enhanc...

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4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$72K - $87K *

Transform the approach to nursing care by delivering comprehensive telephonic case management. Engage with patients, providers, and employers to facilitate optimal medical services and expedite return...

Dallas, TXRemote

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  •   Less than 5 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.