How much does a Specialty Nurse Practitioner (NP) make hourly in the United States? The average hourly wage for a Specialty Nurse Practitioner (NP) in the United States is $60 as of March 26, 2024, but the range typically falls between $55 and $64. Hourly rate can vary widely depending on many important factors, including education, certifications, additional skills, the number of years you have spent in your profession. With more online, real-time compensation data than any other website, Salary.com helps you determine your exact pay target.

Specialty Nurse Practitioner (NP) Salaries by Percentile
Percentile Hourly Pay Rate Location Last Updated
10th Percentile Specialty Nurse Practitioner (NP) Salary $51 US March 26, 2024
25th Percentile Specialty Nurse Practitioner (NP) Salary $55 US March 26, 2024
50th Percentile Specialty Nurse Practitioner (NP) Salary $60 US March 26, 2024
75th Percentile Specialty Nurse Practitioner (NP) Salary $64 US March 26, 2024
90th Percentile Specialty Nurse Practitioner (NP) Salary $68 US March 26, 2024
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The Specialty Nurse Practitioner (NP) orders, interprets, and records results of clinical tests and reports results to physicians. Works in collaboration with a physician to assess the physical needs of patient's medical type such as psychiatric, oncology or obstetrics. Being a Specialty Nurse Practitioner (NP) requires a master's degree. Prescribes medications and makes recommendations for other therapeutic forms of treatment. In addition, Specialty Nurse Practitioner (NP) typically reports to a physician. Requires Certified Registered Nurse Practitioner (CRNP) in specialty area based on RN licensure and state authority for advanced practice. Specialty Nurse Practitioner (NP)'s years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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