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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$110K - $125K *

Lead patient-centered care in a skilled nursing facility, managing acute and chronic conditions while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to enhance outcomes and quality of life for residents...

1 week ago

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

$115K - $138K *

Join us to conduct comprehensive health assessments, collaborating with healthcare teams to enhance patient care. Your expertise will help identify health risks and improve outcomes for members in the...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Lead patient care initiatives by conducting assessments and managing treatment plans for individuals recovering from substance use disorders, ensuring a supportive environment for their recovery journ...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Transform patient care by managing treatment plans for individuals recovering from addiction. Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure comprehensive evaluations and ongoing support in a compassiona...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$140K - $160K *

Join us to deliver comprehensive psychiatric care, conducting assessments, prescribing medications, and developing integrated treatment plans for patients with mental health conditions. Collaborate wi...

2 days ago

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

$135K - $170K *

Empower patient care by providing medical and psychiatric evaluations, ordering diagnostics, and making referrals. Collaborate with staff under clinical supervision to address patient needs in a suppo...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Advance community health by providing comprehensive care as a Nurse Practitioner. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to assess, diagnose, and treat patients, focusing on preventive care and hea...

1 week ago

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

$130K *

Join a dedicated team providing primary and palliative care to homebound patients. Leverage your clinical expertise to assess, diagnose, and treat diverse chronic conditions while fostering trust and...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing comprehensive medical care in skilled nursing and senior living settings. You'll manage complex conditions independently while collaborating with an interdisc...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform healthcare by providing exceptional patient-centered care. Join a collaborative team where your clinical expertise and positive attitude will make a meaningful impact. Enjoy autonomy and a r...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $140K *

Launch your career in women's health by providing comprehensive care in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Collaborate with a dedicated clinical team to enhance patient outcomes while developing...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $125K *

Elevate senior care by delivering high-quality, relationship-based primary care. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and maintain independence for residents in various...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$115K - $130K *

Empower seniors by delivering high-quality, relationship-based care in diverse living communities. Enjoy autonomy, innovative tools, and a supportive team while making a meaningful impact on patient o...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Join a mission-driven team to deliver high-quality, relationship-based care to seniors. You'll enhance patient outcomes, manage chronic conditions, and collaborate with healthcare professionals in a s...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining senior care by delivering high-quality, relationship-based healthcare directly to seniors. Enjoy autonomy, innovative tools, and a supportive environment while making a m...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Collaborate to deliver high-quality primary care for seniors in various living communities, building meaningful patient relationships and enhancing well-being through expert care management and innova...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Accelerate progress at senior care facilities by delivering high-quality primary care. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to develop treatment plans, ensure wellness, and build meaningful relati...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$156K - $198K *

Join a dedicated team providing exceptional care in a Neonatal Intensive Care Unit. Leverage your expertise to support critically ill infants and collaborate with healthcare professionals in a fast-pa...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $125K *

Drive high-quality, patient-centered care in a skilled nursing facility by assessing, diagnosing, and managing acute and chronic conditions while collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to enhanc...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Take ownership of patient care by delivering high-quality, evidence-based medical services in a skilled nursing facility. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes and ens...

3 weeks ago

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

$135K - $183K *

Shape patient-centered care by delivering in-home health services to individuals with chronic conditions. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes and foster long-term rel...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K - $183K *

Drive high-quality in-home care for patients with chronic conditions. Collaborate in a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient relationships, provide continuity of care, and engage in value-based ca...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Lead psychiatric care for the geriatric population by conducting assessments and developing treatment plans, collaborating with a skilled team to ensure effective and holistic patient-centered care de...

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

$200K *

Innovate healthcare delivery by joining a dynamic team as a float provider. Collaborate in urgent care settings, lead initiatives, and enhance patient experiences while enjoying a flexible schedule an...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$200K - $240K *

Optimize patient care as a float provider in urgent care clinics, collaborating with a dynamic team to enhance healthcare accessibility and deliver exceptional experiences. Enjoy a flexible schedule a...

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  •   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.