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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$124K - $135K *

Reimagine your career with a supportive team in a rewarding role focused on Family Medicine, Functional Medicine, and Aesthetics. Enjoy a full-time weekday schedule with no nights or weekends, providi...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$124K - $135K *

Elevate patient care by providing comprehensive family medicine services in a supportive private practice. Enjoy a rewarding weekday schedule with no nights or weekends, collaborating with a dedicated...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$114K - $145K *

Join a dedicated team in a flexible outpatient setting, enhancing patient care in sleep medicine. Enjoy work-life balance with no weekends and competitive pay, while contributing to a culture that val...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Grow your leadership skills by managing the VITAL Program, enhancing healthcare for Veterans. Collaborate with academic institutions and healthcare professionals to support student Veterans in achievi...

Today

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

$160K - $171K *

Partner with us to deliver exceptional emergency care as a Nurse Practitioner, assessing conditions, coordinating multidisciplinary teams, and enhancing patient outcomes in a fast-paced environment. Y...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$171K - $182K *

Transform health outcomes by providing culturally safe primary care to First Nations communities. Engage in collaborative practice as a key provider at the es zúmin' Primary Care Centre, ensuring holi...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $153K *

Help us provide comprehensive reproductive health care by conducting exams, managing patient needs, and collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality services for diverse populati...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional care for complex pulmonary patients. This role involves training families, managing diverse conditions, and collaborating with healthcare professi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$113K - $169K *

Partner with us to deliver comprehensive in-home assessments for patients with complex needs, ensuring quality care and optimal health outcomes through collaboration with an interdisciplinary team in...

San Bernardino, CARemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing patient care in pain management. Collaborate with physicians in a supportive environment, focusing on treatment plans and patient education while enjoying a b...

4 days ago

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

$95K - $110K *

Deliver exceptional patient-centered care as a Clinician, conducting assessments, providing counseling, and ensuring high-quality reproductive health services in a collaborative, mission-driven enviro...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Champion compassionate palliative care for residents in skilled nursing facilities. Collaborate with families and healthcare teams to enhance quality of life, manage symptoms, and support complex medi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $200K *

Lead the charge in delivering compassionate palliative care to residents in skilled nursing and assisted living facilities, enhancing quality of life through symptom management and collaborative care...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a dedicated team as a Palliative Care Nurse Practitioner, providing compassionate care in skilled nursing and assisted living settings. Collaborate with residents, families, and healthcare teams...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $152K *

Transform healthcare by joining our dedicated team as an Advanced Provider, where you'll deliver exceptional primary and urgent care, collaborate with a skilled team, and impact patient lives in a vib...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering comprehensive patient care through health assessments, diagnostics, and treatment plans. Collaborate with physicians to ensure optimal health outcomes and en...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Empower patient care by conducting comprehensive health assessments, diagnosing, and implementing treatment plans. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure quality care and patient educatio...

3 weeks ago

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

$135K *

Shape the future of healthcare by joining a dynamic primary care team, providing 100% outpatient services. Enjoy a supportive environment with flexible scheduling, competitive compensation, and opport...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K *

Transform your career by joining a dynamic primary care team, providing 100% outpatient services with flexible scheduling and dedicated support, while making a significant impact on diverse patient he...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Engage with patients to provide exceptional care in Head and Neck services. Collaborate with physicians and nursing staff to enhance patient education, streamline care transitions, and improve clinica...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Shape the future of patient care by autonomously managing health issues, collaborating with healthcare teams, and advocating for individuals and communities through comprehensive assessments and tailo...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Optimize patient care by collaborating with a multi-disciplinary team to manage chronic conditions in an OBGYN clinic, enhancing the health and well-being of our ambulatory population while supporting...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Elevate community mental health through patient-centered psychiatric care, utilizing evidence-based practices while collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to enhance service quality and support d...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Join our team to provide comprehensive care in a dynamic Cardiology Clinic, focusing on patient assessment, treatment, and education. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to enhance health outcom...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Empower patient care by delivering high-quality, cost-effective services across inpatient and ambulatory settings, managing diverse health needs from newborns to the elderly, and performing essential...

1 week ago

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

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.