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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$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

$95K - $115K *

Transform pediatric healthcare by delivering independent and collaborative outpatient services. Utilize your expertise to assess, diagnose, and implement effective treatment plans while ensuring quali...

1 week ago

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

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering high-quality pediatric care. As an Advanced Practice Provider, you'll assess, diagnose, and implement treatment plans while collaborating with physicians to...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Empower pediatric health care by delivering independent and collaborative outpatient services. Utilize your expertise to assess, diagnose, and implement treatment plans while ensuring quality care and...

1 week ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Grow your career with us by delivering exceptional pediatric health care. Collaborate with physicians, assess patient needs, and implement effective treatment plans while ensuring quality care and pro...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to providing whole-person care as a Behavioral Health Nurse Practitioner, collaborating with physicians to improve patient outcomes and educate families in a supportive an...

3 weeks ago

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

$110K - $175K *

Shape the future of home-based healthcare by delivering comprehensive primary care, managing chronic diseases, and collaborating with an interdisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes and prevent...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $100K *

Shape the future of patient care by leading a dedicated team in a supportive clinic environment. This role offers flexible scheduling and opportunities for professional growth in a subspecialty, ensur...

2 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by providing advanced nursing care in a dynamic, collaborative environment. Engage in critical patient management, perform medical procedures, and support nursing excellence while ens...

3 weeks ago

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

$80K - $83K *

Shape the future of patient care by delivering comprehensive health services across various specialties. Utilize advanced clinical skills to assess, diagnose, and manage patient health needs in a supp...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$90K - $110K *

Elevate patient care as a Nurse Practitioner, delivering comprehensive services through collaboration and a deep understanding of psychosocial health, while ensuring compliance and striving for qualit...

3 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Unlock your potential as a Nurse Practitioner leading patient care through collaboration and clinical expertise, while addressing the psychosocial aspects of health and disease in a diverse community...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Empower patient care by delivering primary health services while ensuring compliance with regulations. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance health management for underserved populations, fosterin...

3 days ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care while utilizing your expertise as a Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant. Collaborate with healthcare professionals to enhance...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's dedicated to fostering professional growth and education in nursing. Collaborate with leadership to enhance competencies, develop training programs, and ensure high standards of pat...

3 weeks ago

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

$135K *

Empower patient-centered cardiovascular care by assessing and managing diverse populations. Collaborate with a dynamic cardiology team to provide high-quality interventions, progress notes, and contin...

3 weeks ago

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

$90K - $110K *

Optimize patient-centered care as part of a dynamic healthcare team, collaborating closely with physicians and staff to ensure comprehensive treatment. Provide assessment, diagnosis, and health educat...

4 weeks ago

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

$91K - $141K *

Unlock potential by delivering comprehensive patient care in gynecologic oncology. Collaborate with a dedicated team to manage treatment plans, educate patients, and provide compassionate support thro...

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$91K - $141K *

Empower patient care by leveraging your expertise in gynecologic oncology. Collaborate with a dedicated team to manage treatment plans, educate patients, and provide compassionate support throughout t...

6 days 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.