NURSE PRACTITIONER

(NP)

Nurse Practitioners are specialized RNs who, among other things, diagnose and treat illnesses, prescribe medicine, order tests and x-rays, and promote health and disease prevention.

EDUCATION REQUIRED

Nurse Practitioners must be state licensed and hold at least a master’s degree (MSN) in nursing.

PROGRAM LENGTH

6 – 8 years

PLACES OF EMPLOYMENT

Hospitals
Physicians' offices
Clinics

SALARY RANGE

$42.08 - $60.10