Nurse Practitioners Jobs Pay in Kentucky, KY
Average Hourly Pay
Range: $56.22 – $61.84
Average Annual Pay
Range: $116,938 – $128,631
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
$50.18/hr
Range: $47.79 – $52.56
Annual Rate
$104,366
Range: $99,397 – $109,336
3-5 years
Hourly Rate
$59.03/hr
Range: $56.22 – $61.84
Annual Rate
$122,784
Range: $116,938 – $128,631
6+ years
Hourly Rate
$67.88/hr
Range: $64.65 – $71.12
Annual Rate
$141,202
Range: $134,479 – $147,926
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
