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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$180K - $215K *

Join a team that delivers 100% remote psychiatric care, offering control over your schedule and minimal administrative burden while providing comprehensive, patient-centered support for diverse mental...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing crucial psychiatric care in a fast-paced crisis environment. Deliver assessments, coordinate treatment, and stabilize individuals through effective medication...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Transform patient care by providing direct support in long-term facilities. Collaborate with healthcare teams to deliver quality assessments, treatment plans, and education while ensuring compliance w...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Join a dedicated team of healthcare providers as a Family Medicine Advanced Practice Provider, delivering exceptional patient care in a supportive environment. Enjoy a collaborative practice with oppo...

2 weeks ago

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

$78K - $168K *

Transform your career by delivering high-quality, holistic patient care in a supportive clinic environment. Enjoy flexible scheduling and the opportunity to practice at the top of your license while c...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$95K - $115K *

Support patient care by providing medical services under physician supervision. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to deliver quality care in a dynamic environment, ensuring compliance with est...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering comprehensive care in a patient-focused environment. As a Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant, you'll manage your own patient panel and collabor...

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

$150K - $155K *

Transform healthcare delivery by engaging clients, conducting assessments, and providing ongoing medical services in a non-traditional environment, ensuring comprehensive care for individuals with acu...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $155K *

Make your mark at the forefront of healthcare by engaging clients, conducting assessments, and providing essential medical services in a dynamic, non-traditional environment focused on underserved pop...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $180K *

Help us enhance patient care by performing examinations, developing treatment plans, and collaborating with healthcare teams to manage cancer treatment complications effectively and compassionately...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$255K - $295K *

Unlock potential by delivering high-quality behavioral healthcare services while balancing professional growth and patient-centric care within a flexible work environment...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$187K - $295K *

Transform patient care by delivering high-quality behavioral healthcare. Engage with diverse populations, balancing telemedicine and in-person services while enjoying a supportive work environment and...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $257K *

Accelerate your career as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, delivering expert care to children and adolescents. Enjoy a hybrid work schedule and collaborative environment, while making a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $140K *

Lead the charge in providing exceptional patient-centered care for allergies and asthma, collaborating with a dynamic team to enhance outcomes. Leverage your expertise to support comprehensive treatme...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$187K - $299K *

Transform patient care by delivering high-quality behavioral healthcare. Join a dynamic team of Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners dedicated to clinical excellence, work-life balance, and professional gr...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$187K - $299K *

Inspire high-quality behavioral healthcare by delivering exceptional patient care, fostering professional growth, and achieving work-life balance in a supportive environment with flexible scheduling a...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$187K - $299K *

Unlock potential by delivering high-quality behavioral healthcare with flexibility and support. Join a dedicated team of professionals committed to clinical excellence and work-life balance while maki...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$142K - $190K *

Champion patient care by delivering exceptional mental health services. Collaborate within a supportive team to enhance clinical outcomes for diverse populations, ensuring a balanced work-life environ...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $250K *

Empower the future of mental health by providing flexible, patient-centered psychiatric care. Join a supportive team where you can customize your practice and set your own pace, all while enjoying a m...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $250K *

Empower your career by providing flexible, patient-centered psychiatric care. Join a supportive team where you can customize your practice and set your own pace, all while enjoying a modern work envir...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $250K *

Elevate your career as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, providing tailored outpatient care with flexibility and autonomy. Join a supportive team and shape your practice in a modern, patient-centered...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $250K *

Join a dynamic outpatient group to provide flexible psychiatric care, customizing your practice with autonomy and support. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team while enjoying a modern, patient-ce...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $250K *

Champion innovative psychiatric care by providing flexible, patient-centered outpatient services. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team while enjoying autonomy in your practice and a supportive en...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$142K - $190K *

Unlock your potential as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner, providing exceptional patient care in a supportive, collaborative environment with flexible schedules and competitive earnings...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$144K - $276K *

Join our team of dedicated Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners, delivering high-quality behavioral healthcare across Colorado. Enjoy flexible schedules, competitive compensation, and a supportive work env...

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.