Nurse Practitioner Jobs

A Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a critical role in the advanced practitioner industry, holding the responsibility for providing specialized health care services in a wide range of fields. NPs are registered nurses with additional education and training, typically at the master's or doctorate level. They often have the ability to diagnose and treat medical conditions, prescribe medication, and carry out procedures within their specialized area of practice, which can vary from primary care to pediatrics, psychiatry, or gerontology. They also provide health education, counseling, and preventive services to their patients, working independently or as part of a healthcare team.

Before becoming a Nurse Practitioner, one may have roles such as a Registered Nurse (RN), Critical Care Nurse, or Pediatric Nurse. An NP should have strong communication skills, the ability to work under pressure, and excellent problem-solving abilities. Critical certifications include the Registered Nurse (RN) license, and specialized NP certification within their chosen area of practice, such as the Family Nurse Practitioner-Board Certified (FNP-BC) or Pediatric Nurse Practitioner-Board Certified (PNP-BC) certifications. It's also important for NPs to maintain ongoing professional development and continuing education to stay updated with advancements in healthcare.

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AMN Healthcare

Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner (NP)

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AMN Healthcare

Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA)

Requirements Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA) StartDate: ASAP Available Shifts: Day 8 Pay Rate: $104.76 - $113.40 This facility is seeking a Hospitalist Nurse Practitioner...

AMN Healthcare

Family or Internal Medicine Nurse Practitioner (NP)

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LocumTenens

Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Los Angeles, California

Practitioner for locum tenens coverage....

Adult Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant

Required Skills: Family Nurse Practitioner/Physician Assistant certification Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner (APRN)/PA license Salary and Benefits: Minimum Salary: $115,000.00 Maximum Salary:...

Solvista Health

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Participates as a member of an interprofessional team of behavioral health and primary care providers, clients and family members....

AMN Healthcare

Trauma Surgery Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA)

Proficiency with tube thoracostomy, central venous catheter placement at a minimum, and arterial line placement would be preferred....

AMN Healthcare

Primary Care Home Health Physician or Nurse Practitioner (NP)

Requirements Primary Care Home Health Physician or Nurse Practitioner (NP) StartDate: ASAP Available Shifts: Assessment 8 This facility is seeking a Primary Care Home Health Physician or Nurse Practitioner...

Mediko

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner - PRN

  • Mediko
  • Des Moines, WA
  • 18 hours ago
  • Mediko
  • Des Moines, WA
  • 18 hours ago

Completion of an accredited Nurse Practitioner program with a concentration or certification in Psychiatric-Mental Health (PMHNP) is required....

Urgent Team

Family Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant at Baptist Urgent Care

Baptist Urgent Care is looking for dedicated, compassionate, and experienced Nurse Practitioners to join our dynamic healthcare team in Bartlett, TN. FT and PRN opportunities are available!...

Urgent Team

Family Nurse Practitioner at Baptist Urgent Care - FT/PRN

Baptist Urgent Care is looking for dedicated, compassionate, and experienced Nurse Practitioners to join our dynamic healthcare team in Olive Branch, MS. PRN opportunities are available!...

Urgent Team

Family Nurse Practitioner at Baptist Urgent Care

Baptist Urgent Care is looking for dedicated, compassionate, and experienced Nurse Practitioners to join our dynamic healthcare team in Batesville, MS. PRN opportunities are available!...

Jackson Physician Search

Certified Nurse Midwife

Voted, one of 'America's Best-In-State Employers' - this top ranked Health System on the South Carolina coast is actively recruiting a Certified Nurse Midwife to practice as a Laborist. Providing...

Urgent Team

Family Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant at Ascension Saint Thomas Urgent Care

Ascension Saint Thomas Urgent Care is looking for dedicated, compassionate, and experienced Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistants to join our dynamic healthcare team in Clarksville, TN....

Urgent Team

Family Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant at Urgent Team

Urgent Team is looking for dedicated, compassionate, and experienced Nurse Practitioners to join our dynamic healthcare team in Jackson, TN. FT and PRN opportunities are available!...

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Salary for Nurse Practitioner Jobs Nationwide

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireAdvancedPractitioners research efforts.

Highest Education Level

Nurse Practitioners offer the following education background
Master's Degree
79.8%
Doctorate Degree
11.7%
Bachelor's Degree
6.5%
Associate's Degree
0.9%
Vocational Degree or Certification
0.7%
High School or GED
0.4%
Some College
0.1%
Some High School
0.0%
Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Nurse Practitioners
1-2 years
34.8%
2-4 years
34.8%
None
17.4%
4-6 years
8.7%
Less than 1 year
4.4%

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