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Nurse Practitioners Salaries
in Baton Rouge, LA
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $62.58 – $68.84
Average Annual Pay
Range: $130,166 – $143,183
Salaries for Nurse Practitioners near Baton Rouge
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Alabama, AL
$55.36
15.8%Lower than Nurse Practitioners in Baton Rouge, LA
Alaska, AK
$71.85
9.3%Higher than Nurse Practitioners in Baton Rouge, LA
Arizona, AZ
$67.10
2.1%Higher than Nurse Practitioners in Baton Rouge, LA
Arkansas, AR
$58.58
10.9%Lower than Nurse Practitioners in Baton Rouge, LA
California, CA
$87.42
33.0%Higher than Nurse Practitioners in Baton Rouge, LA
How much do Nurse Practitioners make?
Your level of experience is a key factor in determining your earning potential. Here's what you can expect at different career stages:
0-2 years
Hourly Rate
$55.85/hr
Range: $53.19 - $58.51
Annual Rate
$116,174
Range: $110,641 - $121,706
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$65.71/hr
Range: $62.58 - $68.84
Annual Rate
$136,675
Range: $130,166 - $143,183
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$75.57/hr
Range: $71.97 - $79.17
Annual Rate
$157,176
Range: $149,691 - $164,660
Nurse Practitioners job description
Nurse Practitioners professionals play a vital role in the healthcare industry, providing essential medical services and patient care. They work in various healthcare settings including hospitals, clinics, and private practices to ensure quality patient outcomes.
- •Provide direct patient care and medical services
- •Document patient information and treatment plans
- •Collaborate with healthcare team members
- •Follow medical protocols and safety procedures
- •Maintain medical equipment and supplies
- •Stay current with medical advancements and certifications
- •Medical knowledge and clinical skills
- •Patient care and communication
- •Attention to detail
- •Critical thinking and problem-solving
- •Compassion and empathy
- •Time management
- •Required certifications or licenses
- •Relevant education or degree
- •Clinical experience preferred
- •Background check and health screening
