Doctor of Nursing Practice Jobs

Doctor of Nursing Practice jobs are open across hospitals, health systems, outpatient clinics, and academic medical centers, from new-graduate to executive and faculty roles, with specializations in family practice, psychiatric mental health, and acute care. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles14
Top stateMississippi
Top employerUniversity of Mississippi Medical Center
Top cityJackson, MS
Work type80% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Adjunct, Doctor of Nursing Practice
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Adjunct, Doctor of Nursing Practice
Endicott College
Endicott, New York
Corporate Training & Learning Development
Healthcare Administration
Teaching & Instruction
Doctoral degree
501-1,000

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Doctor of Physical Therapy @ Private Practice Outpatient Ortho Clinic
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Doctor of Physical Therapy @ Private Practice Outpatient Ortho Clinic
Cascade Physical Therapy
Gresham, Oregon
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
$90k - $108k/yr
On-Site
Doctoral degree

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Psychiatric Doctor of Nursing Practice
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Psychiatric Doctor of Nursing Practice
Azz Medical Associates
Somerset, New Jersey
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Mental & Behavioral Health
On-Site

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Part-Time Doctor of Physical Therapy - Sports Specific Cashed Based Practice
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Part-Time Doctor of Physical Therapy - Sports Specific Cashed Based Practice
OBK Physical Therapy
Round Rock, Texas
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Physical Therapy
$30 - $35/hr
Hybrid
Doctoral degree

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Professor of Practice Doctor of Medical Science
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Professor of Practice Doctor of Medical Science
University of Detroit Mercy
Detroit, Michigan
Higher Education
Research & Academia
Teaching & Instruction
501-1,000

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Doctor of Nursing Practice Job Market

Who's Hiring

University of Mississippi Medical Center2 open roles
Endicott College1 open role
OBK Physical Therapy1 open role

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in doctor of nursing practice jobs.

  • Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from an accredited program
  • Active, unrestricted advanced practice registered nurse licensure in the state of practice
  • Board certification in a recognized specialty such as FNP, PMHNP, or AGACNP
  • Minimum of two to five years of clinical experience as an advanced practice provider
  • Prescriptive authority including DEA registration for controlled substances where applicable
  • Experience with electronic health records and clinical documentation systems

Tips for Your Doctor of Nursing Practice Job Search

Tailor your resume to practice focus

Highlight your clinical specialty, population focus, and any prescriptive authority you hold. Hiring managers for DNP roles scan for alignment between your practice area and their patient population, so generic nursing resumes rarely move forward.

Distinguish your DNP from an NP credential

Many postings blend DNP and NP qualifications in confusing ways. Read each listing carefully to confirm whether the terminal degree is required or preferred, then address it directly in your cover letter so reviewers don't have to guess.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists doctor of nursing practice openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Prepare quality improvement examples before interviews

DNP interviews consistently ask for systems-level thinking. Have a ready example of a quality improvement project you led, including the problem you identified, the intervention you designed, and the measurable outcome you achieved.

Research state-specific scope of practice rules

Full practice authority, reduced practice, and restricted practice states all shape what a DNP can do independently. Knowing where a prospective employer sits on that spectrum lets you frame your autonomy and collaboration experience accurately.

Negotiate total compensation, not just base salary

DNP offers often include continuing education allowances, malpractice coverage, and loan repayment assistance that vary widely by employer. Ask about each component during the offer stage rather than accepting a package you haven't fully evaluated.

Doctor of Nursing Practice Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most doctor of nursing practices?

University of Mississippi Medical Center, Endicott College, and OBK Physical Therapy are hiring the most doctor of nursing practices right now, with openings concentrated in Mississippi, Ohio, and Oregon, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Health systems and large multispecialty groups account for the largest share of active postings.

How many doctor of nursing practice jobs are remote?

About 20% of doctor of nursing practice openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with telehealth-focused roles and psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner positions making up the largest share of fully remote work. Acute care and procedural specialties remain predominantly on-site.

How do you become a doctor of nursing practice?

You start by earning a registered nurse license and gaining clinical experience, then complete a master's or post-baccalaureate DNP program accredited by the CCNE or ACEN. After graduation you sit for a national certification exam in your specialty, obtain state APRN licensure, and apply for prescriptive authority where your practice requires it.

How do you get hired as a doctor of nursing practice with little experience?

Focus on roles that explicitly welcome new DNP graduates, such as residency programs at academic medical centers or federally qualified health centers with structured onboarding. Emphasize your DNP project, any clinical hours beyond the minimum, and the systems-thinking skills your terminal degree required, since those distinguish you from NP candidates who lack doctoral training.

What does the doctor of nursing practice interview process look like?

Most employers begin with a phone or video screen conducted by a recruiter or nurse manager, followed by a panel interview with clinical leadership, peers, and sometimes physicians. You'll typically be asked about clinical decision-making scenarios, quality improvement experience, and your approach to collaboration. Some academic or executive roles add a presentation or case review component before an offer is extended.

Where can I find and apply to doctor of nursing practice jobs?

You can find and apply to doctor of nursing practice jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the United States. Search the roles available, find the ones that match your specialty and experience level, and apply directly to each listing that fits.

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