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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$500K+*

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team of radiologists, providing diverse diagnostic services across multiple hospitals and outpatient centers, while enjoying a flexible schedule and collaborative...

Palm Beach, FLRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $120K *

Elevate your career by providing remote mental health support to clients in Minnesota. Utilize your expertise to deliver therapy, manage caseloads, and track progress, all while enjoying a flexible, f...

St. Cloud, MNRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$300K - $500K *

Bring your expertise to a flexible and autonomous telehealth psychiatrist role, focusing on patient-centered care for mental health conditions. Enjoy administrative support and opportunities for profe...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $120K *

Support mental health by providing remote therapy to adults, addressing anxiety, depression, and more. Collaborate with clients to assess needs and guide them toward treatment goals in a full-time, st...

Warren, VTRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $120K *

Join a dedicated team providing individual therapy to adults, addressing various mental health challenges. You'll conduct intake assessments, maintain client records, and ensure referrals, all while w...

Burlington, VTRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $120K *

Empower clients through virtual therapy, delivering comprehensive care and support. This full-time remote role involves client assessment, treatment planning, and documentation, ensuring adherence to...

Providence, RIRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$126K - $210K *

Lead strategic initiatives to enhance referral growth and provider engagement across chronic therapy markets. Drive collaboration among cross-functional teams to optimize patient progression and deliv...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

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Carmel, INRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Shape patient care services by leading clinical operations, ensuring quality standards, and fostering team development. Drive fiscal accountability and enhance patient satisfaction while integrating w...

Nashville, TNRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$80K - $90K *

Shape the future of Cell and Gene Therapy by providing expert application support, driving customer integration, and enhancing product utilization through collaboration and technical guidance across t...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $95K *

Advance your career as a Telehealth Clinical Supervisor, providing leadership and clinical oversight to therapists delivering IOP-level care. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance patient outco...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$180K - $220K *

Lead the charge in evaluating clinical assessments for children and adolescents, ensuring accurate recommendations and timely certifications. Utilize strong clinical judgment and documentation skills...

Phoenix, AZRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Elevate patient care by engaging with healthcare professionals to provide essential education on oncology therapies, ensuring effective patient management and support throughout their treatment journe...

San Francisco, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$110K - $130K *

Champion patient care by educating healthcare professionals on oncology therapies, enhancing clinical competencies, and driving strategic education initiatives. Collaborate across teams to support pat...

Sacramento, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$210K - $250K *

Drive enterprise-wide physician leadership and clinical oversight for government healthcare programs. Ensure high-quality, compliant healthcare services across federal detention facilities with a focu...

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4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$115K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining clinical engagement by leading strategic initiatives to enhance clinician pipelines, improve hiring processes, and foster partnerships across multiple regions, driving or...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing telehealth therapy and clinical oversight. You'll balance direct client care and support for associate clinicians while ensuring compliance with treatment pla...

Maryland, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$104K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality acute care, prioritizing patient wellness and evidence-based practices. Collaborate multidisciplinarily to achieve exceptional outcomes in a fas...

Aurora, CORemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to deliver high-quality behavioral healthcare while enjoying flexible schedules and a supportive work environment. Collaborate with colleagues to enhance your professional growth a...

Providence, RIRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $115K *

Deliver high-quality behavioral healthcare while fostering professional growth and work-life balance. Collaborate with a dedicated team to provide flexible, patient-centered services in a supportive e...

Greenville, RIRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $115K *

Grow your career with a dynamic team of licensed therapists dedicated to delivering high-quality behavioral healthcare while enjoying flexible schedules and a supportive work environment...

Rhode Island, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$124K - $211K *

Innovate clinical product strategies by analyzing market data and collaborating across departments. Drive product development and regulatory compliance while enhancing clinical initiatives to ensure c...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$97K - $193K *

Drive impactful clinical trials as you manage research activities across diverse therapeutic areas, collaborating with top professionals to ensure compliance, data accuracy, and successful project out...

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Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Take ownership of delivering high-quality nursing care to hospitalized patients, assessing needs, administering treatments, and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure optimal recovery and succe...

RemoteRemote

5 days ago

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

$75K - $90K *

Elevate patient care by delivering skilled nursing services in an inpatient setting. Collaborate with healthcare teams to assess needs, administer treatments, and prepare patients for successful disch...

RemoteRemote

5 days ago

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

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.