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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$109K - $164K *

Transform healthcare delivery by conducting in-home assessments, improving member health outcomes through education and collaboration with primary care providers. Enjoy flexible scheduling and a suppo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$128K - $158K *

Partner with us to deliver exceptional emergency care in a collaborative environment, leveraging advanced technologies and strong support from a dedicated team to enhance patient outcomes and communit...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Elevate your career by providing essential medical care in a dynamic crisis stabilization facility. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver culturally competent treatment and support for...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Elevate patient care as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse in Cardiology, managing clinical assessments, treatment plans, and patient education in both inpatient and outpatient settings, while coll...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$100K - $120K *

Explore your future with NPs in Bloom, a community for Psychiatric Nurse Practitioners. Join us to be the first notified of openings in your state and nurture your career within a diverse, supportive...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$125K - $145K *

Join us to provide exceptional pediatric care in a supportive, full-time role. Enjoy a flexible schedule with no nights or weekends, focused solely on children's health in a warm and compassionate env...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$141K - $160K *

Engage in community health as an Advanced Practice Clinician, providing same-day acute care in a team-driven environment. Support underserved populations while enhancing access to quality healthcare a...

1 week ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by delivering exceptional patient care in a dynamic urgent care setting. Join a collaborative team focused on quality and efficiency, providing comprehensive services to diverse patie...

1 week ago

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

$92K - $110K *

Partner with us to deliver exceptional patient care in a dynamic urgent care setting. Leverage your expertise in a collaborative environment, treating diverse patient populations and performing essent...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $156K *

Transform patient care by delivering high-quality primary and palliative services to homebound individuals. Collaborate with a diverse team to assess, diagnose, and implement effective treatment plans...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Empower patients by creating individualized care plans and conducting assessments. Collaborate with healthcare teams to ensure high standards of care while maintaining confidentiality and accurate doc...

2 weeks ago

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

$164K - $196K *

Transform healthcare delivery by managing diverse patient needs in a collaborative setting, providing high-quality in-office and telehealth care, and engaging in continuous learning and team collabora...

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Drive your career with impactful leadership as you guide Nurse Practitioners in delivering exceptional care, ensuring compliance, and enhancing provider performance across a defined region while maint...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Empower behavioral health advancements by delivering clinical assessments and services. Collaborate with leading professionals in a research-driven environment dedicated to excellence in mental health...

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

$95K - $115K *

Drive excellence in patient care by diagnosing and treating health issues, while adhering to established protocols and enhancing operational efficiency through quality assurance and education initiati...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Optimize patient care in outpatient neurology by evaluating and managing neurologic disorders. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance treatment plans and ensure quality outcomes in a sup...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $110K *

Innovate patient care as part of a collaborative team in neurosurgery, utilizing advanced clinical expertise to assess, educate, and coordinate treatment. Drive change through quality management and r...

4 weeks ago

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

$156K - $176K *

Advance your career by providing exceptional patient care in a collaborative environment. Work closely with healthcare teams to ensure efficient patient flow and satisfaction while adhering to establi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by delivering high-quality urgent care in a fast-paced environment. Collaborate with a dedicated team to evaluate, diagnose, and treat acute conditions, ensuring efficient patient flo...

2 weeks ago

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

$130K - $180K *

Lead the charge in providing specialized care for orthopedic, spine, and pain management patients. Collaborate with a skilled team in a full-time outpatient setting, enhancing your expertise while mai...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Empower patient care by delivering high-quality, compassionate support as a Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner. Collaborate with physicians and nursing teams to manage diverse patient needs during night s...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$137K - $160K *

Innovate patient care by delivering comprehensive health services in geriatrics. Collaborate with nursing facilities to develop management plans, interpret diagnostics, and ensure continuity of care w...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$137K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing geriatric care by providing comprehensive health services, developing patient management plans, and collaborating with healthcare professionals to ensure cont...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$135K *

Empower your nursing career by providing comprehensive primary care to diverse patients. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to enhance health outcomes through preventive care, education, and ma...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $183K *

Grow your career with this dynamic Advanced Practice Provider role, where you will deliver evidence-based patient care, collaborate with a multidisciplinary team, and contribute to quality improvement...

3 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.