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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$80K - $110K *

Elevate patient care by providing in-home physical therapy services to older adults. Assess, develop, and implement individualized rehabilitation programs while collaborating with multidisciplinary te...

Massachusetts, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $135K *

Drive quality care management by leading a dedicated team, ensuring compliance, and enhancing member experiences through effective supervision and support. Engage in hands-on case management while fos...

Iowa, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Empower healthcare professionals by driving virtual sales and marketing efforts. Leverage your expertise to educate and engage physicians, enhancing product adoption and patient outcomes in a dynamic...

Charlotte, NCRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$79K - $110K *

Elevate patient care by delivering in-home physical therapy services, assessing needs, and implementing tailored rehabilitation programs for older adults. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to e...

Massachusetts, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$79K - $110K *

Transform the lives of older adults by delivering personalized in-home physical therapy. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to assess, design, and implement rehabilitation programs that enhance...

Massachusetts, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$79K - $110K *

Transform lives by providing in-home physical therapy services to older adults. Assess, develop, and implement individualized rehabilitation programs while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team...

Massachusetts, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $110K *

Lead the charge in delivering personalized outpatient rehabilitation services in home settings, enhancing the quality of life for older adults through tailored therapy programs and interdisciplinary c...

Massachusetts, USRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$113K - $188K *

Shape the future of healthcare reimbursement by developing and implementing payment policies that enhance accuracy, compliance, and provider experience in a dynamic payer environment. Collaborate with...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by collaborating across teams to drive data integrity and safety in oncology clinical studies while developing comprehensive medical review plans and managing project deliverables...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $220K *

Unlock your potential by driving enterprise growth in healthcare. Join a dynamic team focused on building relationships with health systems and provider organizations, leveraging a robust support engi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$500K+*

Manage a remote diagnostic radiology practice, providing flexible coverage for diverse imaging studies. Collaborate with a physician-led team to ensure high-quality patient care while enjoying a compe...

Wisconsin, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $130K *

Transform behavioral health case management by leading a dedicated team, ensuring quality care, compliance, and member outcomes while maintaining a manageable caseload. Enjoy remote flexibility and ta...

Las Vegas, NVRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$60K - $99K *

Drive impactful professional development in Mathematics for K-8 educators. Collaborate with diverse stakeholders to enhance classroom learning and ensure equity. Engage in dynamic environments while s...

New York, USRemote

6 days ago

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

$70K - $126K *

Lead the charge in planning and overseeing cross-functional programs to meet strategic objectives, ensuring quality and efficiency while managing resources and stakeholder communications effectively...

RemoteRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $104K *

Transform your career by providing essential behavioral health support, developing care plans, and collaborating with care teams to address member needs in a hybrid role that balances virtual and comm...

Massachusetts, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$450K - $500K+*

Transform your career by joining a dynamic, remote team of general radiologists. Engage in diverse diagnostic imaging, including neuroradiology and MSK, while enjoying a supportive work-life balance a...

Michigan, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$71K - $97K *

Elevate your nursing career by overseeing patient care in diverse settings. Engage with members to address barriers, develop care plans, and ensure progress toward health goals. Enjoy a rewarding mix...

Illinois, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Champion faculty success by developing and delivering innovative professional learning programs. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance instructional quality and faculty engagement while ensuring al...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 5 days ago

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

$500K+*

Join a team that's dedicated to clinical excellence and work-life balance. This full-time role offers a supportive environment, competitive compensation, and a clear path to partnership in a thriving...

Rock Hill, SCRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Engage a dynamic team to drive sales growth by coordinating in-field activities, implementing strategic plans, and fostering collaboration to achieve targets while developing team capabilities and mar...

New London, CTRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$115K - $147K *

Champion evidence-based psychological services for diverse clients, managing a hybrid schedule that includes telehealth and in-office sessions. Collaborate in a supportive environment with a focus on...

Boston, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $240K *

Lead national sales strategy for AI-enabled healthcare analytics, driving provider performance and value-based care success. Build executive relationships and develop a high-performing sales team to a...

Chicago, ILRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading clinical reimbursement strategies across skilled nursing facilities, ensuring compliance and optimal performance through collaboration with multidisciplinary teams to enhan...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$350K - $500K *

Support our remote team by providing expert diagnostic radiology services. Engage in interpreting various imaging modalities, ensuring high-quality patient care without evening or overnight shifts. Jo...

Texas, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$153K - $199K *

Serve as a key medical and clinical expert, fostering relationships with healthcare leaders to enhance product knowledge and support innovative therapeutic solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to...

RemoteRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 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.