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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$92K - $110K *

Engage in diverse clinical challenges as a leader in urgent care, collaborating with a dedicated team. Utilize advanced technology to enhance patient care while enjoying flexible scheduling and a supp...

2 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Champion personalized healthcare by delivering in-home preventive assessments, connecting families to vital services. Embrace flexibility and autonomy while enhancing care quality in a dynamic, empath...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Empower patient care by conducting in-home health assessments, identifying needs, and connecting families to ongoing support. Enjoy autonomy and flexibility while making a meaningful impact in your co...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $195K *

Shape the future of patient care by delivering compassionate, proactive support in a hybrid role. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to enhance health outcomes for vulnerable populations throu...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $150K *

Transform mental health care by conducting evaluations, developing treatment plans, and prescribing medications. Engage with a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive patient support and impro...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Drive advanced practice clinical care and innovate participant pathways in a precision health initiative. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to translate complex data into actionable health stra...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing comprehensive clinical care, performing diagnostic procedures, managing chronic illnesses, and offering patient education under physician supervision to enhan...

4 weeks ago

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

$100K - $200K *

Empower patients by conducting psychiatric evaluations and managing treatment plans. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care and support mental health recovery. Drive i...

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team to provide comprehensive psychiatric care, manage treatment plans, and collaborate with healthcare professionals. Enjoy flexible scheduling and a supportive environment while makin...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Champion patient care by conducting psychiatric evaluations and managing treatment plans. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide high-quality psychiatric services in long-term care and r...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a collaborative team to provide psychiatric care in long-term settings. Enjoy flexible scheduling, no nights or weekends, and a supportive environment focused on patient well-being and profession...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $115K *

Support the health and well-being of pediatric patients by providing comprehensive care. Collaborate with a dedicated team in a friendly environment to deliver exceptional service during flexible full...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$166K - $187K *

Drive impactful healthcare delivery as a Flex Provider, delivering primary and urgent care across 12 diverse clinics in NYC and Long Island, ensuring continuity and collaboration within a dynamic clin...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $135K *

Champion patient health by providing tailored care, conducting exams, and diagnosing conditions. Collaborate with healthcare teams to promote wellness and disease prevention while maintaining accurate...

3 days ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Engage in comprehensive outpatient care for OB/GYN patients, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes and ensure high-quality healthcare delivery in a dynamic environmen...

Today

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

$90K - $110K *

Empower patient care by collaborating with a dynamic healthcare team to provide high-quality OB/GYN services. This role focuses on outpatient care, fostering relationships with patients and families w...

Today

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

$110K - $130K *

Elevate mental health care for older adults by providing in-person psychotherapy and behavioral services in skilled nursing facilities. Enjoy autonomy and support while building meaningful relationshi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing comprehensive psychiatric care, conducting evaluations, and managing treatment plans. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes an...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$166K - $187K *

Accelerate progress at diverse clinics by delivering primary and urgent care across NYC and Long Island. Collaborate with teams to ensure seamless patient experiences while enjoying competitive pay an...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$166K - $187K *

Unlock potential by delivering primary and urgent care across multiple clinics. Collaborate with diverse teams to ensure consistent patient care while enjoying competitive pay and performance bonuses...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$166K - $187K *

Join a dynamic team delivering primary and urgent care across multiple clinics, ensuring continuity and collaboration while utilizing advanced AI tools for efficient documentation and patient care...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$166K - $187K *

Join a dynamic team delivering primary and urgent care across multiple clinics. Optimize patient outcomes while enjoying competitive pay, bonuses, and comprehensive benefits. Experience a variety of c...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$166K - $187K *

Transform patient care by delivering primary and urgent services across multiple clinics. Play a key role in ensuring continuity and collaboration while adapting quickly to diverse workflows in a dyna...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$166K - $187K *

Elevate patient care by delivering primary and urgent services across multiple clinics, ensuring continuity and collaboration with diverse teams while adapting quickly to various workflows and locatio...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$166K - $187K *

Elevate care by delivering primary and urgent services across multiple clinics, ensuring continuity and collaboration in a dynamic environment, while being supported by advanced technology and a dedic...

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.