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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$74K - $129K *

Elevate healthcare delivery by managing operations for a nationwide virtual medical team. Collaborate with leaders to optimize patient care, drive performance improvements, and implement innovative wo...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$120K - $145K *

Engage with key opinion leaders and stakeholders to advance scientific exchange and support the NGN-401 program. Collaborate with internal teams to drive strategic initiatives and enhance medical insi...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$108K - $190K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance population health strategies for government programs. This role shapes clinical initiatives and drives cross-functional collaboration, focusing on improving outcomes for...

Santa Fe, NMRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$82K - $103K *

Empower individuals by providing exceptional therapy services. Join a dynamic team dedicated to clinical excellence, offering flexible schedules and full support to enhance patient care and profession...

Washington, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$71K - $97K *

Lead the charge in enhancing member wellness by assessing needs, coordinating care, and navigating resources. Utilize your nursing expertise to empower individuals and families, ensuring optimal healt...

Wisconsin, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care through telephonic evaluations and assessments. Collaborate with stakeholders to improve protocols and outcomes while ensuring timely patient int...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$79K - $110K *

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New Hampshire, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $110K *

Join a dynamic team to provide in-home outpatient rehabilitation services for older adults. As a Physical Therapist, you'll assess, develop, and implement individualized therapy programs to enhance pa...

Connecticut, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $110K *

Transform your career by providing in-home rehabilitation services to older adults. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop and implement individualized therapy programs that enhance pati...

Massachusetts, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $120K *

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Texas, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$79K - $105K *

Elevate patient care by joining a dedicated team of Licensed Therapists. Collaborate in a supportive environment, utilizing the latest technology to enhance clinical excellence and work-life balance w...

Washington, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $90K *

Join a dynamic team to manage pediatric and palliative care for complex clients. Utilize innovative technology to assess needs and direct care, ensuring high-quality support through collaboration with...

Brantford, ONRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

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Green Bay, WIRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$60K - $129K *

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Arizona, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$300K - $500K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$300K - $500K *

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$71K - $97K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

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Reposted 2 weeks ago

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

$76K - $110K *

Elevate your career by ensuring the accuracy and integrity of clinical documentation. Collaborate with healthcare providers to enhance patient records, improve coding accuracy, and support quality out...

Lynchburg, VARemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$174K - $374K *

Inspire health and wellness by conducting in-home evaluations, building relationships, and bridging care gaps. Travel extensively to provide personalized health assessments, ensuring comprehensive sup...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$500K+*

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Tennessee, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$300K - $500K *

Shape the future of mental health care by providing high-quality psychiatric services remotely. Enjoy clinical autonomy, administrative support, and competitive compensation while delivering compassio...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $140K *

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South Carolina, USRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K *

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California, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$273K - $290K *

Join a dynamic team managing diverse patient needs through in-office and tele-health visits. Collaborate with colleagues, engage in continuous learning, and utilize your clinical expertise to enhance...

New Canaan, CTRemote

1 week ago

  •   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.