Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Norton, MA

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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Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (Virtual)

  • Warwick, RI (22 miles from Norton, MA)
  • 11 days ago
  • Warwick, RI (22 miles from Norton, MA)
  • 11 days ago

" " Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Wage: Between $130-$203 an hour Did you know that you can build a flexible private practice on your terms as a psychiatric nurse practitioner?...

Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

  • Providence, RI (15 miles from Norton, MA)
  • 26 days ago
  • Providence, RI (15 miles from Norton, MA)
  • 26 days ago

" " Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Wage: Between $130-$203 an hour Did you know that you can build a flexible private practice on your terms as a psychiatric nurse practitioner?...

LPNP (Virtual)

  • Woonsocket, RI (16 miles from Norton, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Woonsocket, RI (16 miles from Norton, MA)
  • 45+ days ago

" " Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Wage: Between $130-$203 an hour Did you know that you can build a flexible private practice on your terms as a psychiatric nurse practitioner?...

Licensed Psychiatric NP

  • Providence, RI (15 miles from Norton, MA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Providence, RI (15 miles from Norton, MA)
  • 45+ days ago

" " Licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner Wage: Between $130-$203 an hour Did you know that you can build a flexible private practice on your terms as a psychiatric nurse practitioner?...

Nurse Practitioner - NP

  • North Smithfield, RI (18 miles from Norton, MA)
  • 8 days ago
  • North Smithfield, RI (18 miles from Norton, MA)
  • 8 days ago

Epic experience preferred Education Master's Degree level Family Nurse Practitioner program with current National Board Certification and State of Employment license to practice in the Advanced Practice...

NP/PA Providence Rhode Island

  • Providence, RI (15 miles from Norton, MA)
  • 8 hours ago
  • Providence, RI (15 miles from Norton, MA)
  • 8 hours ago

Sumo Medical Staffing is recruiting for an experienced Neurologist nurse practitioner or physician assistant to work locum shifts in Providence Rhode Island (RI)....

Site Nurse Practitioner

  • Quincy, MA (21 miles from Norton, MA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • Quincy, MA (21 miles from Norton, MA)
  • 12 hours ago

Cortica is looking for a Nurse Practitioner III to join its growing team!...

Medical Family Nurse Practitioner for Behavioral Health Inpatient Services in Coastal Massachusetts

  • South Attleboro, MA (6 miles from Norton, MA)
  • 12 hours ago
  • South Attleboro, MA (6 miles from Norton, MA)
  • 12 hours ago

Board certified family nurse practitioner candidates will be considered. Responsibilities include medical H&Ps and consults for inpatient psychiatry patients....

Nurse Practitioner

  • Johnston, RI (19 miles from Norton, MA)
  • 13 hours ago
  • Johnston, RI (19 miles from Norton, MA)
  • 13 hours ago

Family Nurse Practitioner Full-time (40 hours per week) Johnston RI General Responsibility: Tri-County Community Action Agency is currently seeking full-time Nurse Practitioners to provide primary care...

Hospitalist NP Locums Dover, MA

  • Dover, MA (20 miles from Norton, MA)
  • 18 hours ago
  • Dover, MA (20 miles from Norton, MA)
  • 18 hours ago

Adult only HMP consult service, ed coverage inpatient rounding NO TELE-ON SITE ONLY 20 beds, support from mid-level provider, Social workers and nurses. No Call DATES & Schedule (call): M-F 8a-5p...

Internal Medicine Nurse Practitioner

  • Somerset, MA (16 miles from Norton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Somerset, MA (16 miles from Norton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

Healthcare United is seeking a Primary Care Nurse Practitioner with 3-5 years of experience to join a multi-specialty group near Somerset, Massachusetts....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) - Weymouth, MA

  • Weymouth, MA (20 miles from Norton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Weymouth, MA (20 miles from Norton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

We are seeking a Full-Time or Part Time Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioners (PMHNP/PMHCNS) to join our group practice....

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner (NP)

  • Bridgewater, MA (10 miles from Norton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Bridgewater, MA (10 miles from Norton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

**Licenses/Certifications:** + Required: License as a Nurse Practitioner or Physicians Assistant in the state of practice. + Required: Current DEA License....

Nurse Practitioner - Peds GI

  • West Wareham, MA (24 miles from Norton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • West Wareham, MA (24 miles from Norton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

West Stockbridge, MA, United States Department/Unit: Pediatrics Gastroenterology Work Shift: Day (United States of America) Salary Range: $0.00 - $0.00The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is a nurse who, through...

MG Nurse Practitioner EX

  • Providence, RI (15 miles from Norton, MA)
  • 1 day ago
  • Providence, RI (15 miles from Norton, MA)
  • 1 day ago

EXPERIENCE: Two years related experience as RN in acute care hospital setting and preferred 1-2 years' experience as a nurse practitioner....

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Salary for Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Norton, MA

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Highest Education Level

Nurse Practitioners in Norton, MA 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 in Norton, MA
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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