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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$150K *

Join a dynamic team to provide exceptional mental health care, utilizing innovative treatment methods. Collaborate with a supportive staff to enhance patient outcomes in an outpatient setting with a f...

Today

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

$150K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional mental health care through innovative treatments and supportive clinical environments, ensuring optimal patient outcomes and professional growth in a collabor...

Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K *

Lead the charge in delivering exceptional mental health care by providing comprehensive outpatient services. Collaborate with a dedicated team to enhance patient outcomes while enjoying a supportive w...

Today

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

$150K *

Empower your career by providing exceptional mental health care as you collaborate with a dedicated team, enhancing patient outcomes through innovative practices and comprehensive support in a dynamic...

Today

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

$90K - $110K *

Play a key role in providing top-notch healthcare within a correctional facility. Your responsibilities include diagnosing, treating, and managing diverse medical conditions while ensuring patient saf...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $155K *

Unlock potential by providing exceptional care to dual-eligible patients. Manage chronic conditions, conduct health assessments, and collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure high-quality, cost-effe...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Empower mental health care by providing assessments, treatment plans, and medication management for diverse patient populations in a collaborative environment across multiple locations...

3 days ago

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

$115K - $138K *

Transform healthcare delivery by conducting comprehensive assessments in members' homes. Collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance patient care, address health gaps, and ensure effective follow-up...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $138K *

Partner with us to enhance patient care through comprehensive health assessments, collaborating with healthcare teams to address medical and social needs, and providing services in members' homes or f...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$93K - $135K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing quality care in pain management, treating adult patients in a supportive outpatient environment with flexible full-time and part-time scheduling during weekda...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Empower patients on their wellness journey by delivering personalized care and support. Collaborate with a dedicated team to provide holistic health solutions in a dynamic clinic environment focused o...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$115K - $130K *

Shape the future of patient care by joining a dedicated team in a supportive family practice. Enjoy a balanced work-life schedule while delivering compassionate healthcare to the community, with oppor...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Drive impactful senior care by delivering high-quality, relationship-based primary care. Enjoy autonomy and flexibility while collaborating with a dedicated team to enhance patient outcomes and improv...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Empower patients through compassionate care as a Hospice Nurse Practitioner, delivering palliative services in collaboration with physicians. Engage closely with families to support their health care...

3 weeks ago

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

$115K - $138K *

Empower health outcomes by conducting comprehensive assessments in members' homes. Collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance care quality and address multiple health needs in a single visit, ensuri...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $138K *

Champion comprehensive health assessments by conducting in-home evaluations, collaborating with healthcare teams, and enhancing patient care. Enjoy flexible scheduling and competitive pay while making...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $138K *

Serve as a key provider in conducting comprehensive health assessments, enhancing patient care through in-home evaluations, collaboration with healthcare teams, and addressing multiple care gaps effec...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $138K *

Transform healthcare delivery by conducting comprehensive assessments, collaborating with care teams, and improving member outcomes in flexible settings. Enjoy a rewarding role that allows you to make...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $138K *

Collaborate with healthcare providers to conduct comprehensive health assessments at members' homes or facilities, evaluating medical histories and ensuring quality care through effective communicatio...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $138K *

Support comprehensive health assessments by conducting in-home evaluations, collaborating with medical professionals to enhance patient care, and documenting findings per guidelines to improve overall...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's delivering high-quality urgent care by assessing, diagnosing, and treating diverse patients. You will thrive in a fast-paced environment, performing procedures and ensuring optimal...

1 month ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing compassionate, patient-centered care. This full-time role involves conducting assessments, managing treatment plans, and collaborating with healthcare profess...

1 week ago

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

$145K - $160K *

Empower patient care by providing emergency services to diverse populations. Collaborate closely with a multi-disciplinary team to ensure high-quality outcomes in a fast-paced environment while utiliz...

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4 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Transform patient care by providing compassionate palliative support, diagnosing and treating under physician supervision. Engage with families to enhance their healthcare journey, ensuring quality an...

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Champion compassionate palliative care by diagnosing and treating patients, guiding families through their healthcare journeys, and collaborating with physicians to enhance quality of life and support...

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  •   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.