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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$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

$130K - $195K *

Accelerate progress at home healthcare by conducting in-home assessments, coordinating care, and leading a clinical team to enhance patient outcomes and support for older adults in a collaborative env...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Transform patient care by delivering comprehensive neurology services, collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to manage complex neurological conditions in both long-term and acute settings, whil...

2 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Unlock potential by providing comprehensive, relationship-centered care to geriatric patients in a collaborative, multidisciplinary team environment focused on improving patient outcomes and quality o...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Join our team to evaluate and treat urgent care patients, ensuring high-quality, evidence-based care while collaborating with staff for efficient, patient-centered visits. Enjoy a balanced schedule wi...

4 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join our dynamic clinical team to deliver specialized care for patients with kidney disease. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to provide high-quality management and support for chronic kidney...

Reposted 4 weeks ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's redefining gastroenterology care, working alongside experts to deliver outstanding patient outcomes in a supportive environment. Enjoy a balanced lifestyle with a 4-day workweek whi...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$230K - $260K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality behavioral healthcare. As a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner, you'll provide essential outpatient services, ensuring patient care excellence while...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$130K - $161K *

Shape the future of nephrology care by providing comprehensive outpatient services, collaborating with a skilled team, and engaging in independent decision-making to enhance patient health outcomes in...

2 days ago

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

$135K - $150K *

Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to deliver in-home care, enhancing patient outcomes. Engage in comprehensive assessments and management of chronic conditions while ensuring continuity of care...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$123K - $136K *

Launch your career in virtual healthcare by providing exceptional telehealth services. Collaborate with a dynamic team to deliver evidence-based care, ensuring patient satisfaction and continuous lear...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$123K - $136K *

Join a team that's transforming healthcare by delivering exceptional virtual care. Collaborate with colleagues to provide evidence-based treatment, engage in continuous learning, and utilize advanced...

Phoenix, AZRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$109K - $164K *

Empower your career by joining a dynamic team focused on comprehensive patient care. Collaborate with multi-disciplinary professionals to enhance health outcomes for a predominantly geriatric populati...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $150K *

Empower patient care by delivering comprehensive primary medical services, emphasizing wellness and chronic disease management. Collaborate with a diverse team to ensure high-quality care and maintain...

1 week ago

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

$117K - $160K *

Join our dynamic General Surgery Team as an Advanced Practice Provider, where you'll assist in the operating room, conduct inpatient rounds, and engage in clinic activities, all while collaborating wi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Elevate pediatric care by delivering comprehensive, patient-centered services. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams to ensure optimal health outcomes for children and their families through expert...

Yesterday

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

$90K - $110K *

Drive comprehensive patient care by conducting assessments, formulating treatment plans, and prescribing medications. Collaborate with healthcare teams in diverse settings to enhance patient health ou...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to improving lives by providing expert care for patients with Dementia and Alzheimer's. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to develop treatment plans and support pa...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$85K - $100K *

Grow your career with a dynamic role providing primary healthcare, managing chronic illnesses, and leading nursing staff. Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to promote community health and ens...

Parry Sound, ONIn-Person

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing exceptional care in a high-volume spine practice. You'll evaluate and manage patients with musculoskeletal issues, performing outpatient procedures and collab...

2 weeks ago

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

$120K - $130K *

Empower your career by joining a dynamic cardiology team. Provide expert outpatient and limited inpatient cardiac care, collaborating with leading cardiologists in a rewarding, supportive environment...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic interdisciplinary team to provide expert psychiatric evaluation and management for adult patients in acute care settings, bridging physical and mental health for...

Yesterday

  •   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.