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 *

Transform your career as a PMHNP with full autonomy in a remote setting, focusing on outpatient psychiatric care. Enjoy predictable compensation, minimal admin tasks, and support while balancing your...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$180K - $215K *

Transform patient care by delivering expert, remote psychiatric services with full clinical autonomy. Enjoy a predictable schedule, minimal administrative tasks, and comprehensive operational support...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Lead patient assessments and care coordination in pre-op settings, ensuring readiness for anesthesia. Collaborate with healthcare teams to enhance patient outcomes and provide education, while managin...

2 weeks ago

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

$90K - $102K *

Lead the charge in providing compassionate mental health support to older adults. Oversee a dedicated team in a new Intensive Outpatient Therapy Program, ensuring compliance and community engagement w...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing comprehensive women's health services in an outpatient clinic. This role focuses on patient care, education, and collaboration with healthcare professionals t...

1 week ago

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

$166K *

Elevate patient care by managing adult and pediatric cases in a dynamic urgent care environment. Collaborate with a dedicated team to provide high-quality medical services and contribute to a supporti...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K *

Contribute to high-quality primary care by assessing and treating diverse patients. Leverage your clinical expertise to develop care plans and foster trust with patients and families in a supportive e...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Join a team that's dedicated to transforming women's health through innovative care. As a Nurse Practitioner, you'll deliver personalized treatment for chronic pelvic pain and collaborate with leading...

Today

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

$85K - $100K *

Partner with us to provide comprehensive primary healthcare and leadership in nursing across multiple First Nations. Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance community health and support ch...

Parry Sound, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

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

$87K - $187K *

Shape the future of healthcare by providing in-home evaluations that foster meaningful connections and improve health outcomes for people in their own environments, ensuring personalized attention and...

Newport News, VARemote

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$112K - $188K *

Contribute to patient care across multiple primary care clinics, providing quality healthcare services in a dynamic float pool role. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance patient outcomes and ensu...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $173K *

Engage with a diverse patient panel, providing comprehensive care through in-office, tele-health, and collaborative team approaches while continuously enhancing clinical skills and adapting to patient...

Boston, MARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$145K - $173K *

Empower patients by managing diverse healthcare needs through in-office and telehealth visits. Collaborate with teams, engage in continuous learning, and utilize your clinical expertise to enhance pat...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality, cost-effective patient care. As a key member of the healthcare team, you'll assess, diagnose, and implement treatment plans while collaborating...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Shape the future of geriatric care by managing high-risk chronic conditions effectively while focusing on quality patient interactions and outcomes, utilizing advanced technology for efficient practic...

4 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Transform patient care by diagnosing and managing outpatient psychiatric conditions. Join a supportive team focused on innovative clinical approaches and personalized wellness techniques, ensuring opt...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K *

Join a dynamic team providing comprehensive patient care, managing diverse needs through in-person and telehealth visits. Engage in continuous learning and collaboration while utilizing your clinical...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$230K - $260K *

Join a dedicated team of Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners focused on delivering high-quality behavioral healthcare. Enjoy flexible schedules, a supportive environment, and opportunities for professiona...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Transform patient care by providing comprehensive health services as a Nurse Practitioner. Collaborate with physicians to deliver quality medical assessments, treatments, and education, ensuring optim...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Lead and manage clinic operations while delivering high-quality, evidence-based healthcare. Drive patient care excellence, oversee staff performance, and ensure compliance with health protocols in a d...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Deliver high-quality, evidence-based healthcare while overseeing daily clinic operations. Lead a dynamic team, manage patient care, and ensure compliance in a fast-paced environment, driving excellenc...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Collaborate with a dedicated team to deliver compassionate care for patients with Substance Use Disorder, ensuring effective treatment and seamless patient flow while upholding the highest standards o...

4 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Elevate patient care by providing compassionate treatment for Substance Use Disorder. Collaborate with a dedicated team, engage in ongoing consultations, and ensure timely follow-up visits while adher...

1 month ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Transform primary care delivery by providing direct health services to patients, ensuring compliance with regulations while fostering effective relationships and addressing diverse patient needs with...

2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $195K *

Empower patients by providing in-home assessments and care management. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance health outcomes and prevent hospitalizations, ensuring timely clinical inter...

Santa Clara, CARemote

1 week 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.