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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$135K *

Manage behavior analysis services for children across diverse settings, conducting assessments, tracking progress, and collaborating with families and educators to achieve individualized goals while s...

New York, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K *

Unlock potential by providing behavior analysis services to children across diverse settings. Collaborate with families and educators to track progress and deliver tailored interventions, while superv...

New York, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K *

Empower children through behavior analysis services across diverse settings. Collaborate with families and professionals to track progress and deliver tailored interventions, ensuring each child's goa...

New York, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K *

Advance progress at the forefront of behavior analysis, providing essential services to children across diverse settings while collaborating with families and professionals to achieve developmental go...

New York, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$84K - $97K *

Transform healthcare partnerships by enhancing practice performance in value-based care. Collaborate with physicians and managers to drive quality, reduce costs, and improve patient satisfaction throu...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Support clinical research initiatives by providing expert medical and scientific guidance on medical products, trials, and regulatory compliance, ensuring effective collaboration with DoD and FDA stak...

Bethesda, MDRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $125K *

Elevate healthcare operations by leading credentialing and medical staff services across multiple states. Drive compliance, streamline onboarding, and enhance workflows to support over 200 professiona...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $140K *

Help us drive the adoption of innovative colorectal cancer screening solutions by effectively engaging healthcare providers through education, consultation, and strategic support in your assigned terr...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$156K - $290K *

Join a team that's dedicated to driving revenue and enhancing performance through effective leadership and strategic project management in the Capital Equipment Solutions Consulting sector...

Irving, TXRemote

Reposted today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $130K *

Drive program delivery across multiple products, ensuring timely outcomes by managing risks, dependencies, and stakeholder priorities. Collaborate cross-functionally to maintain accurate project data...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance provider engagement strategies, driving quality and risk adjustment outcomes through data-driven insights and collaboration. Support providers in achieving performance g...

New Mexico, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$108K - $250K *

Lead strategic sales initiatives in the specialty care sector, fostering relationships with healthcare professionals to drive product growth and enhance patient access through effective engagement and...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in developing and overseeing scientific content across multiple therapeutic areas, ensuring high-quality contributions and strategic client interactions to drive growth and innovation...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$109K - $144K *

Reimagine healthcare technology as an Application Analyst supporting Epic Professional Billing. Leverage your expertise in revenue cycle operations to optimize billing accuracy and enhance workflow ef...

RemoteRemote

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Transform member intervention strategies by leading quality-focused initiatives across diverse healthcare programs. Drive continuous improvement through data analysis and collaboration with community...

Boise, IDRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$178K - $254K *

Lead Corporate FP&A initiatives by driving transformation, enhancing processes, and delivering insightful analysis to senior leadership for effective decision-making in a dynamic, high-growth environm...

Leawood, KSRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Drive sales performance and build strong customer relationships in a field-based role. Execute brand strategies, optimize territory management, and leverage market intelligence to enhance brand succes...

Massapequa, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$112K - $193K *

Champion the development of a new Provider Data Management Platform, leading strategy, design, and implementation. Oversee user interface and data architecture, ensuring seamless integration and gover...

Eden Prairie, MNRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $114K *

Reimagine mental health support by joining our Psychiatric Emergency Response team. Assess and recommend treatment for patients with behavioral health concerns in a fully remote, overnight role that m...

Virginia Beach, VARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$54K - $116K *

Join a dedicated team enhancing patient care through clinical expertise in Utilization Management. Collaborate with providers to ensure timely, necessary medical services while thriving in a remote, f...

Missouri, USRemote

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$500K+*

Lead the charge in delivering high-quality remote radiology services while enjoying a flexible schedule and significant time off. Join a supportive team focused on work-life balance and long-term care...

New Mexico, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$113K - $197K *

Drive optimal enrollment operations through strategic leadership, overseeing member lifecycle processes, compliance, and data integrity while managing vendor partnerships and operational transformatio...

United StatesRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $105K *

Help us ensure accurate coding and documentation by conducting thorough audits of medical records, verifying the accuracy of DRG assignments, and providing essential training and support to maintain c...

Texas, USRemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$68K - $113K *

Lead the charge in optimizing coding accuracy and compliance by analyzing complex patient care documentation, providing expert guidance, and enhancing coder education to ensure adherence to ethical st...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$115K - $120K *

Join us to deliver impactful therapy services, diagnose mental health conditions, and create tailored treatment plans for individuals and families. Collaborate with specialists and help clients achiev...

Honolulu, HIRemote

2 weeks 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.