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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$129K - $155K *

Unlock potential by managing diverse patient needs through in-office and tele-health visits, collaborating with clinical teams, and engaging in continuous learning to enhance primary care delivery...

Queen Creek, AZRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $183K *

Empower clinical excellence by leading educational initiatives in Emergency Services, enhancing staff competency and patient care through evidence-based practices and collaboration with nursing leader...

Seattle, WARemote

1 week ago

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

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming the mental health landscape, providing comprehensive telehealth care for individuals with eating disorders while collaborating closely with a multidiscipli...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining telehealth by delivering exceptional psychotherapy to older adults. Enjoy flexible hours, comprehensive support, and opportunities for professional growth while making a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$74K - $85K *

Empower your career as a Clinical Review Team Lead, guiding a team of nurse reviewers in complex case evaluations, ensuring adherence to clinical guidelines, and enhancing workflow efficiency while ma...

Houston, TXRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $120K *

Deliver high-quality virtual psychotherapy to older adults, crafting unique treatment plans while working within a supportive team. Enjoy flexible scheduling and administrative support, enabling focus...

Nevada, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $112K *

Empower health transformation by leading a dynamic nursing team, driving operational excellence, and enhancing patient care through innovative practices and data-driven insights. Collaborate with inte...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$146K - $174K *

Lead patient care by managing diverse needs, conducting visits, and collaborating with teams. Engage in continuous learning and utilize clinical skills to enhance healthcare delivery in a supportive e...

Seattle, WARemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $100K *

Support older adults by delivering evidence-based psychotherapy in a collaborative, fully remote environment. Enjoy flexible schedules, streamlined documentation tools, and dedicated administrative su...

Louisiana, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $140K *

Shape the future of preventative care by joining a dedicated team focused on enhancing member health and quality of life through comprehensive assessments and coordinated care in a supportive, tech-en...

Ohio, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $140K *

Unlock potential by joining a mission-driven team focused on preventative care. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to enhance patient health and quality of life through comprehensive assessment...

North Carolina, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$78K - $168K *

Empower individuals by conducting in-home health evaluations, fostering trusted relationships, and ensuring access to personalized healthcare solutions across diverse environments. Travel locally as n...

Charleston, WVRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Inspire patient-centered care by delivering efficient virtual consultations while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to enhance healthcare delivery and experience through innovative solutions...

Ottawa, ONRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering evidence-based psychotherapy to older adults in a supportive, flexible remote environment. Enjoy autonomy with a collaborative safety net as you make a meani...

New York, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $187K *

Empower individuals by providing in-home health evaluations, fostering trust and personalized care. Collaborate with a national network of clinicians to enhance health outcomes and connect patients wi...

Erie, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$87K - $187K *

Play a key role in enhancing patient health through in-home evaluations, building trust and delivering personalized care. Collaborate with a national network of clinicians to connect individuals with...

Saginaw, MIRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $100K *

Drive innovative palliative care solutions for members with complex needs, providing compassionate, evidence-based support through telehealth. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patie...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Elevate lives by delivering evidence-based psychotherapy to older adults in a supportive, flexible remote environment. Collaborate with a dedicated team while managing your own schedule and focusing o...

Washington DC, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$78K - $168K *

Drive health outcomes by conducting in-home evaluations, building trust with patients, and providing personalized care. Travel extensively to meet diverse needs, ensuring comprehensive health assessme...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$80K - $100K *

Join a supportive team to deliver evidence-based psychotherapy to older adults. Enjoy flexible scheduling, no marketing, and access to dedicated clinical leads while utilizing advanced telehealth tool...

Kentucky, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a supportive team delivering evidence-based psychotherapy to older adults. Enjoy flexible scheduling, comprehensive admin support, and opportunities for professional growth while making a meaning...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Help us lead a dynamic team in delivering exceptional patient support services. Oversee operations, enhance performance, and ensure quality care while fostering a collaborative environment to achieve...

CanadaRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$78K - $168K *

Pioneer in-home health evaluations, fostering trust and connection with patients. Engage in comprehensive assessments, utilizing technology to enhance personalized care while bridging gaps in healthca...

Michigan City, INRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$87K - $187K *

Shape the future of in-home healthcare by providing personalized health evaluations that foster stronger patient relationships and improve health outcomes, making a meaningful impact in the comfort of...

Bradford, PARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$180K - $220K *

Join a dynamic team to provide clinical oversight and support to Advanced Practice Providers in a fully remote role, ensuring high-quality patient care and compliance with medical standards in South C...

Myrtle Beach, SCRemote

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.