Find nurse practitioner jobs across the US

The top five states that pay the highest salaries for nurse practitioners in the US include:  

1. California
2. New York
3. Oregon
4. Massachusetts
5. Washington

While there are many specializations you can choose from as a nurse practitioner, the most common specialties include:

• Family nurse practitioner (FNP)
• Adult-gerontology primary care
• Psychiatric
• Adult-gerontology acute care
• Adult

On average in the United States, NPs make about $63 an hour. This can vary by region, specialty, and more.

The starting salary for nurse practitioners in the US is about $127,000. Those new to the field are able to advance their salary in a number of ways once they start working. To do this, you can gain extra experience, choose a specialty, work holidays and weekends, earn more certifications, and more.

Yes, at Favorite, you’re able to apply for as many NP jobs at a time as you would like. After you apply, a recruiter will be in touch with you to discuss your job options.

Nurse practitioners are advanced practice registered nurses (APRNs) who provide a wide range of healthcare services. They deal with diagnosing and treating acute and chronic conditions, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests and prescribing medications. Depending on the state, NPs practice with varying degrees of physician oversight, and in full practice authority states, they can practice fully independently.

Core responsibilities of an NP typically include:

• Conducting patient assessments, physical exams, and health histories
• Diagnosing acute and chronic illnesses and developing individualized treatment plans
• Prescribing medications and therapeutic interventions
• Ordering, performing, and interpreting diagnostic tests and lab results
• Managing ongoing care for patients with complex or chronic conditions
• Educating patients and families on prevention, disease management, and health promotion
• Collaborating with physicians, specialists, and multidisciplinary care teams
• Practicing across settings including primary care clinics, hospitals, urgent care centers, psychiatric facilities, schools, and long-term care

 Favorite places nurse practitioners across a wide range of specialties including family medicine (FNP), psychiatry (PMHNP), adult-gerontology acute care (ACNP), pediatrics, women's health, urgent care, and more. Our advanced practice recruiters specialize in matching your specific certification and clinical experience to the right role. 

 The US Bureau of Labor Statistics projects NP employment to grow nearly 46% from 2023 to 2033, creating around 135,500 new roles. This makes nurse practitioner one of the fastest-growing professions in US healthcare and means strong job availability across all placement types: travel, per diem, contract, and permanent.