Nurse Practitioners Jobs Pay in California
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $69.17 – $107.47
Average Annual Pay
Range: $143,874 – $223,538
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
$67.97/hr
Range: $58.79 – $91.35
Annual Rate
$141,379
Range: $122,293 – $190,007
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$79.97/hr
Range: $69.17 – $107.47
Annual Rate
$166,328
Range: $143,874 – $223,538
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$91.97/hr
Range: $79.55 – $123.59
Annual Rate
$191,277
Range: $165,455 – $257,069
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
