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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$115K - $120K *

Champion mental wellness by providing remote therapy to clients across Mississippi. Utilize your expertise to address diverse mental health concerns, ensuring effective communication and clinical judg...

Waveland, MSRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $120K *

Champion exceptional mental health care by delivering evidence-based therapy to low-acuity clients. Leverage administrative support to focus on meaningful clinical interactions and enhance accessibili...

Memphis, TNRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform sales performance by executing brand strategies, managing territory, and building strong customer relationships to achieve financial targets while placing patient needs at the forefront with...

Traverse City, MIRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$97K - $193K *

Drive excellence in clinical research as a Senior CRA, ensuring quality and compliance throughout the study lifecycle. Collaborate with sites and teams to enhance patient safety and data integrity, in...

Durham, NCRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $120K *

Empower individuals by providing telehealth counseling, managing caseloads, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to enhance mental well-being and support clients through their emotional cha...

Minneapolis, MNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Drive impactful healthcare decisions by leveraging real-world data expertise. Collaborate with clients to evaluate and analyze RWD for regulatory assessments, ensuring high-quality evidence generation...

Arlington, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $120K *

Empower clients by providing remote counseling tailored to diverse needs. Engage with individuals, couples, and families to foster healing and growth. Utilize effective therapeutic techniques and main...

Newark, NJRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$112K - $193K *

Transform health outcomes by leading pharmacy program strategy, ensuring compliance, and driving operational excellence for Medicaid plans. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance service delivery an...

Seattle, WARemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$155K - $175K *

Champion the field as a Medical Science Liaison, driving prelaunch strategies and fostering relationships with key stakeholders. Leverage clinical insights to educate and influence healthcare professi...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$120K *

Transform mental health care by building strategic partnerships with providers to enhance access to specialized OCD treatment. Drive growth through relationship-building, education, and effective refe...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $110K *

Champion the rehabilitation journey of older adults by delivering personalized outpatient therapy in their homes. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient independence and quality...

Massachusetts, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $110K *

Transform the lives of older adults by providing in-home physical therapy services. Assess, develop, and implement individualized rehabilitation programs to enhance mobility and independence, while co...

Massachusetts, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$155K - $175K *

Empower healthcare professionals by delivering scientific insights and fostering relationships. Drive prelaunch and launch strategies in a dynamic environment, ensuring clinical readiness and impactfu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$190K - $220K *

Champion impactful scientific engagement by building relationships with key stakeholders, translating clinical data into actionable insights, and driving prelaunch strategies in a dynamic environment...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $100K *

Champion a transformative healthcare experience by providing flexible outpatient therapy, with opportunities for full or part-time roles in a hybrid setting, supported by dedicated staff and comprehen...

Mansfield, MARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by delivering expert medical information support to healthcare professionals, ensuring safe product use through timely, evidence-based responses and effective communication across mul...

Overland Park, KSRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$86K - $123K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing project management processes and systems. This role supports the PMO by ensuring accurate documentation, training stakeholders, and maintaining governance st...

Gilbert, AZRemote

2 weeks ago

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

$210K - $250K *

Lead the charge in clinical excellence and patient safety, driving strategic initiatives across health IT. Oversee a multidisciplinary team, ensuring integration of clinical insights into product deve...

Georgia, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Oversee clinic operations across multiple locations, ensuring operational excellence and team development. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance patient experience and drive strategic growth while...

Atlanta, GARemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$82K - $115K *

Transform the academic landscape by leading faculty development and student engagement. Drive excellence in teaching and support strategies while managing faculty performance and fostering a collabora...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$80K - $110K *

Bring your expertise to provide in-home outpatient rehabilitation services for older adults. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized therapy programs, ensurin...

Massachusetts, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$114K - $135K *

Transform patient recovery through innovative in-home rehabilitation services. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver personalized therapy, enhancing independence and quality of life for...

Virginia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$114K - $135K *

Optimize patient recovery by delivering personalized in-home rehabilitation services. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to assess needs, develop treatment plans, and educate patients and caregi...

Virginia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$114K - $135K *

Transform your career by delivering personalized rehabilitation services in patients' homes. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance patient independence and well-being through tailored therapy p...

Virginia, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$124K - $137K *

Reimagine rehabilitation by delivering personalized in-home therapy services. Collaborate with patients to assess needs, develop tailored treatment plans, and promote independence, all while ensuring...

Maryland, USRemote

3 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.