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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$125K - $188K *

Unlock potential by providing full-scope family medicine and dynamic patient care. Benefit from flexible scheduling, collaborative team environment, and tech-enabled documentation support while foster...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by providing advanced emergency care across all age groups, collaborating closely with physicians and APP supervisors to ensure high-quality patient outcomes in a dynamic, fast-paced...

Today

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

$150K - $200K *

Transform the health of residents in long-term care facilities by delivering high-quality primary care as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in a collaborative environment focused on meaningf...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing comprehensive care for women facing oncology challenges. Collaborate with physicians and advanced practitioners in a supportive environment focused on quality...

Yesterday

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

$150K - $155K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing comprehensive health services, engaging clients in their care, and addressing both physical and mental health needs in non-traditional settings, ensuring a co...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $250K *

Unlock potential by joining a dedicated team focused on delivering exceptional psychiatric care. This role emphasizes clinical excellence and patient-centered approaches, fostering a supportive enviro...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Transform patient care by providing comprehensive health services for diverse populations, including women's and men's health, pediatrics, and chronic conditions, while ensuring effective follow-ups a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $155K *

Empower communities by providing comprehensive health services, engaging clients, and collaborating with a dedicated team to ensure ongoing care for individuals with diverse health needs, including HI...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Advance patient care by conducting comprehensive assessments and managing hospice plans. Collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure continuity and quality of care in a supportive environment focused...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Contribute to exceptional hospice care by conducting thorough assessments, managing patient care plans, and ensuring continuity in a collaborative team environment dedicated to compassionate service a...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$148K *

Transform healthcare delivery by managing diverse patient needs, conducting acute and chronic visits, and collaborating with clinical teams. Engage in continuous learning and utilize your clinical ski...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Partner with us to enhance patient care in our Baby Friendly post-partum units. As a Women's Health Nurse Practitioner, you'll provide essential services, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, an...

6 days ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by delivering compassionate care to high-risk geriatric patients. Manage chronic conditions in a supportive environment, focusing on quality over volume, with a structured Monday-Frid...

6 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Empower high-risk geriatric patients by managing chronic conditions with a focus on personalized care. Collaborate using advanced tools like Athena EMR and Marvix AI to enhance patient outcomes in a s...

6 days ago

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

$104K - $169K *

Accelerate progress at skilled nursing facilities by delivering high-quality, patient-centered care. Embrace a flexible work schedule with no on-call requirements while contributing to a mission-drive...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join us to enhance patient care through your clinical expertise and collaborative spirit. This role offers autonomy and a chance to shape practice while delivering exceptional, patient-centered health...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Empower patient care as a Family Nurse Practitioner, providing critical IV therapies, conducting assessments, and collaborating with the healthcare team within a supportive clinical environment to enh...

4 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform mental health care by diagnosing and treating patients with behavioral health disorders, while collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver comprehensive psychiatric services and im...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Empower patients by delivering high-quality psychiatric care, diagnosing mental health issues, and prescribing treatment plans. Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure holistic patient support in...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to advancing mental health by providing comprehensive psychiatric care. Collaborate with a dynamic leadership team to assess, diagnose, and treat a diverse patient populat...

3 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Empower patients by diagnosing and treating mental health issues, while working collaboratively in a dynamic environment. Leverage your expertise in behavioral health to deliver compassionate care acr...

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Champion comprehensive care for epilepsy patients, collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to manage complex neurologic conditions. Engage in quality improvement and education while ensuring seaml...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform critical neuroscience care as a key member of a multidisciplinary team, focusing on patients with neurological and neurosurgical diseases. Engage in patient evaluations, treatment planning...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Empower your career by providing exceptional patient care in long-term facilities. Collaborate with healthcare teams, manage patient assessments, and ensure quality compliance while enjoying flexible...

2 days ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Unlock optimal pediatric care by providing comprehensive health services to children aged 0-18. Collaborate with a dedicated care team to enhance patient outcomes and support community health initiati...

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.