Nurse Practitioner
Diagnose and treat acute, episodic, or chronic illness, independently or as part of a healthcare team. May focus on health promotion and disease prevention. May order, perform, or interpret diagnostic tests such as lab work and x rays. May prescribe medication. Must be registered nurses who have specialized graduate education.
At a Glance
Nurse Practitioner earns an average of $110,023/yr. Typical education: Master's degree. Experience: 2.2–2.3 years. Top skills: Nursing, Nurse Practitioner (APRN-CNP), Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP).
$110,023/yr
Master's degree
2.2–2.3 years
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Parent Occupation (O*NET)
Nurse Practitioners
Median Wage
$129,210/yr
Growth (2024-34)
+40.1%
Education
Master's degree
Skills & Requirements
Specialized Skills (13)
Nursing
Patient Education And Counseling
Primary Care
Geriatrics
Electronic Medical Record
Home Health Care
Treatment Planning
Medical Records
Palliative Care
Clinical Experience
Chronic Diseases
Family Medicine
Health Assessment
Common Skills (6)
Management
Communication
Decision Making
Problem Solving
Leadership
Customer Service
Certifications (11)
Nurse Practitioner (APRN-CNP)
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
Registered Nurse (RN)
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse
Drug Enforcement Agency (DEA) License
Board Certified/Board Eligible
Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) Certification
American Association Of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) Certified
ANCC Certified
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Certification
Related Specializations
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