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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$110K - $140K *

Make your mark at the forefront of patient care by implementing comprehensive wound management solutions across various facilities. Collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance healing outcomes and ed...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $145K *

Help us deliver exceptional, patient-centered care by collaborating with a dynamic clinical team. As a frontline provider, you will support patients on their health journey, ensuring personalized trea...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a dynamic team as a frontline provider, delivering patient-centered care through personalized treatment plans and collaborative efforts. Contribute to patient acquisition and ensure seamless coor...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $145K *

Champion patient-centered care by delivering personalized treatment plans, educating patients, and collaborating with a dedicated clinical team to enhance health and wellness journeys in an integrativ...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$105K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to deliver patient-centered care, develop treatment plans, and educate patients on integrative health. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to optimize wellness and ensure a s...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Transform patient care by providing comprehensive foot health assessments and treatments in a collaborative clinic environment. Grow your career with a focus on patient-centered care and continuous pr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in delivering high-quality healthcare as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in underserved areas, ensuring comprehensive patient care and contributing to community health init...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$104K - $124K *

Lead the charge in providing exceptional care as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in an established Neurology practice, treating adult patients while enjoying a balanced work-life schedule...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$104K - $120K *

Join an established outpatient pain management practice as you deliver comprehensive care to adult patients across multiple locations, ensuring flexibility and support for both experienced professiona...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$104K - $120K *

Elevate patient care by delivering specialized services in a collaborative outpatient setting, ensuring excellence in pain management practices while maintaining high standards of patient safety and s...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Elevate your career by providing vital psychiatric care in skilled nursing and senior living communities. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance residents' mental well-being through proac...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$87K - $140K *

Empower health outcomes by overseeing clinical programs, providing advanced nursing care, and leading a dedicated team. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to enhance patient treatment and ensur...

2 weeks ago

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

$104K - $135K *

Unlock a rewarding career as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, providing quality care in a dynamic family practice. Enjoy flexibility in scheduling, competitive pay, and the chance to make...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$104K - $135K *

Champion the delivery of quality patient care in a dynamic outpatient practice. Collaborate with a dedicated team to provide comprehensive medical services to both adult and pediatric patients while e...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Empower patient care by conducting thorough assessments, administering treatments, and providing expert guidance to patients and their families, all while collaborating closely with healthcare profess...

3 days ago

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

$118K - $134K *

Champion compassionate care by providing primary healthcare to elderly participants. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to assess, plan, and implement tailored care strategies, ensuring a mean...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Optimize patient care through virtual support, ensuring compliance with regulations while delivering accurate diagnoses and treatment. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance patient experiences...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$166K - $187K *

Shape the future of healthcare by providing exceptional care to both adult and pediatric patients in a supportive outpatient family practice. Join a team that values work-life balance, with no weekend...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Join our Skilled Nursing Facility team to deliver quality patient care, perform therapeutic procedures, and support patient education. This role offers a collaborative environment for both new graduat...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$115K - $178K *

Drive comprehensive health assessments to enhance patient care, ensuring thorough evaluations in diverse settings. Collaborate with healthcare teams to capture critical health insights and promote pat...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Inspire your career with a role supporting physicians and enhancing patient recovery through hands-on medical care, assessments, and collaboration in a dynamic healthcare environment...

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

$100K - $110K *

Champion patient care by providing urgent and non-urgent healthcare services in a dynamic outpatient setting, ensuring high standards of practice and effective collaboration within a diverse team...

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

$100K - $110K *

Join a dynamic urgent care team to deliver comprehensive outpatient care, diagnosing conditions and implementing treatment plans for a diverse patient population. Foster compassionate patient relation...

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

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering urgent and comprehensive health care to diverse patients. Provide evaluations, treatments, and patient education in a dynamic out-patient environment while e...

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

$90K - $110K *

Empower patient care by providing comprehensive management for adult and geriatric patients. Collaborate with healthcare teams to develop treatment plans that enhance outcomes and quality of life in a...

2 weeks ago

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

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.