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

Urology Nurse Practitioner (NP)

Requirements Urology Nurse Practitioner (NP) StartDate: ASAP Available Shifts: Day 8 Pay Rate: $106.70 - $115.50 This facility is seeking a Urology Nurse Practitioner (NP) for locum tenens support as...

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 Collierville, TN. FT and PRN opportunities are available!...

Urgent Team

Family Nurse Practitioner at Washington Regional Urgent Care - PRN

Washington Regional Urgent Care is looking for dedicated, compassionate, and experienced Nurse Practitioners to join our dynamic healthcare team in Rogers, AR....

AMN Healthcare

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

Surgery Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA) for locum tenens support as they look to fill a current need....

Harbor Health Services, Inc

Family Nurse Practitioner

Harbor Health is seeking a talented, mission driven Nurse Practitioner to join our Family Practice Primary Care Department at the Harbor Community Health Center in Plymouth, MA....

Urgent Team

Family Nurse Practitioner at Baptist Urgent Care

Baptist Urgent Care is looking for a dedicated, compassionate, and experienced Family Nurse Practitioner to join our dynamic healthcare team in Wynne, AR....

Urgent Team

Family Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant at Huntsville Hospital Urgent Care

***$10,000.00 Sign-on Bonus*** Huntsville Hospital Urgent Care is looking for dedicated, compassionate, and experienced Nurse Practitioners and Physician Assistants to join our dynamic healthcare team...

LocumTenens

Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner Needed for Locum Tenens Coverage at Facility in Klamath Fall, Oregon

A Tribal Health Clinic is seeking a Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner for locum tenens coverage....

AMN Healthcare

Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA)

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AMN Healthcare

Family Medicine Nurse Practitioner (NP)

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Neurosurgery Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA)

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Urgent Team

Family Nurse Practitioner at Baptist Health Urgent Care - PRN

Baptist Health Urgent Care is seeking a dedicated, compassionate, and experienced Family Nurse Practitioner to join our dynamic healthcare team in Hot Springs, AR....

AMN Healthcare

Neonatology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA)

Requirements Neonatology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA) StartDate: ASAP Pay Rate: $97.00 - $105.00 This facility is seeking a Neonatology Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant...

AMN Healthcare

Women's Health Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA)

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Urgent Team

Family Nurse Practitioner / Physician Assistant at Baptist Urgent Care - FT/PRN

Baptist Urgent Care is looking for dedicated, compassionate, and experienced Nurse Practitioners or Physician Assistants to join our dynamic healthcare team in Starkville, Columbus, and West Point,...

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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
11.6%
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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