Nurse Practitioners
- Health Science
Median Yearly Income
$125,316
Most Common Education Level
Master's or professional degree
Projected Job Growth
+26.21%
What do Nurse Practitioners do?
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.
Career Interests Areas
- Investigative
- Social
- Conventional
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Data on career profiles are based on information supplied by the O*NET Program, sponsored by U.S. Department of Labor, Employment, and Training Administration.