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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$90K - $110K *

Deliver comprehensive patient care by evaluating, diagnosing, and managing treatment protocols in a busy Internal Medicine practice. Collaborate with physicians to enhance patient outcomes and ensure...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $250K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing comprehensive care while ensuring optimal patient health through assessment, education, and teamwork. Your expertise will foster health and wellbeing in the c...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $250K *

Contribute to patient health and wellness by providing comprehensive care, conducting assessments, and performing evaluations. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance community health through edu...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$175K - $250K *

Transform patient care by conducting assessments, offering education, and ensuring quality outpatient services. Collaborate in a supportive team environment while maintaining high standards of clinica...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $144K *

Champion patient-centered care by leveraging strong clinical skills and collaboration. Enjoy autonomy and contribute to shaping practice while delivering exceptional healthcare services in a supportiv...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$124K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to women's health, providing compassionate care as a Certified Nurse Midwife. Enjoy a supportive environment with flexible full-time or part-time options, no weekends, and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Champion patient care by diagnosing, treating, and managing health issues in collaboration with physicians. Provide comprehensive medical services, ensuring continuity of care and promoting preventati...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Transform healthcare delivery by managing a dedicated panel of older adults, providing relationship-driven primary care in community settings. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance acces...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Unlock opportunities in community-based care by managing a dedicated panel of patients, fostering relationships, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to deliver accessible, patient-centered...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $188K *

Unlock your potential as a Family Nurse Practitioner, providing comprehensive care with AI support. Enjoy a flexible schedule, competitive salary, and opportunities for growth in a collaborative envir...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$126K *

Lead patient evaluations and manage treatment plans in a supportive clinic focused on men's health. Collaborate with clinical leadership to deliver evidence-based therapies and enhance patient vitalit...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $175K *

Unlock potential by providing compassionate, personalized care to underserved patients. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to improve health outcomes, conduct assessments, and empower patients...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Empower patient-centered healthcare delivery by collaborating with a multidisciplinary team, evaluating clients, and educating families to enhance community health and informed decision-making in dive...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient quality of life through compassionate care. Leverage your skills and autonomy in post-acute medicine while enjoying flexibility and competitive compen...

3 weeks ago

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

$135K - $150K *

Elevate healthcare by providing high-quality, patient-centered care in newly established markets. Collaborate with local teams, deliver clinical expertise, and ensure seamless service delivery enhanci...

1 month ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Empower patient care by collaborating with healthcare teams to develop and implement comprehensive treatment plans, ensuring optimal health outcomes for hospice patients through dedicated monitoring a...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Lead the charge in delivering compassionate care as a Nurse Practitioner, collaborating with patients and families to provide expert guidance in palliative and end-of-life care while ensuring complian...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Elevate your career by providing compassionate care as a Nurse Practitioner, collaborating with patients and families to enhance quality of life through expert palliative and end-of-life support in a...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Advance your career by providing compassionate care as you consult with patients and families, develop care plans, and collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance quality of life in palliative and ho...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Partner with us to deliver exceptional patient care by assessing needs, formulating treatment plans, and collaborating with healthcare teams to ensure optimal outcomes in hospice and home health setti...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$170K - $200K *

Champion patient care by providing evidenced-based clinical assessments and treatment plans. Collaborate within a dynamic healthcare team while fostering positive patient relationships in a full-time...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $135K *

Champion patient mental health by assessing, diagnosing, and treating individuals. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to create effective treatment plans, ensuring compliance with regulations w...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $135K *

Unlock your potential as a Nurse Practitioner, collaborating with a dynamic team to assess and treat patients' mental health needs, develop tailored treatment plans, and ensure compliance with healthc...

Houston, TXRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $135K *

Lead patient assessments and treatment planning as a Nurse Practitioner, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to deliver comprehensive mental health care, including psychotherapy and medicatio...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $135K *

Shape the future of mental health care by providing comprehensive assessments, treatment plans, and patient education. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes and ensure...

Illinois, USRemote

3 days 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.