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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$145K - $187K *

Empower children’s growth through hands-on Physical Therapy in diverse settings. Deliver assessments, collaborate with families, and track progress, ensuring effective support tailored to each child’s...

New York, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $187K *

Transform the lives of children by delivering Physical Therapy services in diverse settings. Evaluate progress, collaborate with families and educators, and document outcomes to support developmental...

New York, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $187K *

Lead the charge in delivering impactful Physical Therapy services to children, fostering their development through collaborative strategies and comprehensive assessments in diverse settings to support...

New York, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $187K *

Transform the future of children's physical therapy by delivering quality services and collaborating with families and professionals to enhance development through tailored interventions in diverse se...

New York, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $116K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing Long-Term Disability claims management. Leverage your expertise to guide professionals, analyze trends, and ensure high-quality outcomes while supporting a co...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$500K+*

Join a team that's redefining diagnostic radiology with a fully remote, full-time role. Collaborate with local physicians while reading a diverse range of imaging studies in a supportive environment...

Illinois, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $91K *

Deliver exceptional in-home physical therapy services to enhance patient independence and well-being. Collaborate with healthcare teams to implement individualized treatment plans for older adult pati...

Pennsylvania, USRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$124K - $145K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing student communication skills through effective speech therapy. Collaborate with educators and families to develop tailored treatment plans and ensure students...

Earlimart, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$91K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to excellence in clinical lab operations, overseeing staff performance and ensuring compliance with quality standards. Lead daily activities, foster team development, and...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$72K - $91K *

Launch your career as a Physical Therapist Assistant, providing personalized outpatient rehabilitation services in home settings. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance patient independence and...

Massachusetts, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $89K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role providing in-home rehabilitation services. Deliver patient-centered care to older adults, enhancing their independence and quality of life through tailored physica...

Connecticut, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $91K *

Join a dynamic team delivering personalized outpatient rehabilitation services in patients' homes. Empower older adults to regain independence through tailored physical therapy, ensuring compassionate...

Massachusetts, USRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $91K *

Unlock potential by providing personalized outpatient rehabilitation services in patients' homes. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance independence and quality of life for older adults through...

Massachusetts, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $91K *

Pioneer patient-centered rehabilitation by delivering outpatient therapy in home settings. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance independence and quality of life for older adults through tailor...

Massachusetts, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $91K *

Champion patient-centered rehabilitation by delivering in-home therapy services, enhancing independence and quality of life for older adults. Collaborate with a dedicated team to implement individuali...

Connecticut, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $91K *

Contribute to patient recovery by delivering personalized outpatient rehabilitation services in home settings. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance patient independence and well-being through...

Massachusetts, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$79K - $104K *

Elevate your career by providing patient-centered rehabilitation services. As a Physical Therapist Assistant, you'll empower older adults in their homes, enabling increased independence through person...

Maryland, USRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $91K *

Reimagine rehabilitation by providing in-home physical therapy services, empowering older adults to achieve greater independence. Collaborate with a supportive team while enjoying a flexible schedule...

Massachusetts, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $91K *

Partner with us to deliver individualized outpatient rehabilitation services in home settings, focusing on enhancing the functional abilities of older adults under the supervision of licensed physical...

Massachusetts, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $89K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role delivering personalized rehabilitation services for older adults in diverse home settings, focusing on empowering patients to regain their independence through eff...

Connecticut, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $91K *

Champion patient rehabilitation by providing tailored outpatient therapy in home settings. Empower older adults to regain independence and functionality through flexible care with a focus on quality a...

New Hampshire, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $91K *

Grow the reach of outpatient rehabilitation services by delivering individualized physical therapy in-home to an older adult population, ensuring compassionate and effective care under the supervision...

New Hampshire, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $91K *

Help us deliver personalized outpatient therapy services to older adults, ensuring high-quality care in their home environments. Join our team to empower patients to recover and regain independence th...

Massachusetts, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $91K *

Unlock potential by providing personalized outpatient rehabilitation services to older adults in home settings. Collaborate in a patient-centered approach that facilitates enhanced independence and fu...

New Jersey, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$72K - $91K *

Deliver patient-centered rehabilitation services in home settings, enhancing independence for older adults. Collaborate with therapists and caregivers while managing flexible schedules and environment...

New Jersey, USRemote

3 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.