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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$90K - $111K *

Join a dedicated team to provide compassionate mental health support through personalized treatment plans, ongoing assessments, and community outreach, ensuring optimal patient care and recovery in a...

California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$76K - $199K *

Transform your career by driving sales and building relationships in the healthcare sector. Engage with customers through innovative strategies, leveraging your analytical skills and product knowledge...

Michigan, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$174K - $374K *

Deliver comprehensive in-home health evaluations, fostering relationships to enhance patient care. Travel extensively within licensed areas, conducting assessments and connecting individuals to necess...

Maryland, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $112K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming mental health care for children and adolescents. Enjoy flexibility in scheduling while working in a supportive environment with full administrative assista...

Sterling, VARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$65K - $105K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $110K *

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Pennsylvania, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

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Bridgeport, CTRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$190K - $220K *

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

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3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing impactful telehealth counseling. As a licensed LCPC, you'll support adults facing various emotional challenges, ensuring quality care through effective therap...

Nevada, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $120K *

Shape your career by providing impactful counseling services remotely. Manage your own caseload, support clients through various challenges, and collaborate with other providers to ensure comprehensiv...

Bethesda, MDRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $120K *

Lead the charge in providing comprehensive telehealth counseling to clients, managing their care from intake to discharge while ensuring clinical decisions align with their needs and maintaining profe...

Boulder City, NVRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $120K *

Deliver compassionate virtual counseling, managing client appointments and treatment goals while fostering therapeutic relationships to support their mental health journey effectively...

Frederick, MDRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$206K - $282K *

Join a dynamic team to leverage clinical expertise in managed care, enhancing access to Neurocrine products. Collaborate with stakeholders, deliver impactful presentations, and drive strategic initiat...

California, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$75K - $90K *

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

Innovate clinical quality systems for scalable care delivery, ensuring standards meet payer expectations and driving measurable performance improvements across independent health providers...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $200K *

Elevate collaboration by building strong peer relationships with healthcare leaders and supporting medical initiatives to drive strategic insights and effective product development in the medical devi...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $111K *

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California, USRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$99K - $114K *

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Michigan, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$76K - $105K *

Elevate patient care by joining a dynamic team of licensed therapists dedicated to clinical excellence and flexible work environments, ensuring a strong work/life balance and full administrative suppo...

Washington, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$235K - $281K *

Shape the future of patient care by managing diverse needs in a collaborative environment. Engage in continuous learning and utilize your clinical expertise to provide high-quality care while supervis...

Austin, TXRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$174K - $374K *

Engage with individuals to improve health outcomes through personalized, in-home evaluations. Travel extensively to build trusted relationships and provide clients access to quality care tailored to t...

New Jersey, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$500K+*

Empower a dynamic radiology team by providing expert diagnostic services in neuroradiology and general radiology. Enjoy flexible scheduling options and leadership opportunities while working remotely...

Indiana, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$64K - $96K *

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Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$76K - $108K *

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

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.