Family Practice Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Washington
Family Practice Nurse Practitioner jobs in Washington are concentrated in primary care clinics, federally qualified health centers, and integrated health systems, with demand running from new graduates through seasoned independent practitioners. Seattle, Spokane, and Tacoma are the most active hiring metros, anchored by employers such as UW Medicine, Providence Health and Services, and MultiCare Health System. Telehealth-integrated primary care, geriatric medicine, and rural health outreach are the most consistently sought specialties across the state. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.
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Full Time Employees of Confluence Health receive a wide range of benefits in addition to compensation.
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Saving Accounts
- Paid Time Off
- Generous Retirement Plans
- Life Insurance
- Long-Term Disability
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Adoption Assistance
- Shift Differential
Position Reports To: Practice Manager
- Provide primary and specialized health care to patients. Examination, diagnosis, and treatment of both chronic and acute episodic illnesses and minor injuries. Refers to physician as needed.
- Writes prescriptions and performs office procedures within the scope of expertise, protocols, and available equipment.
- Educates patients and families and helps them understand issues related to physical and emotional health.
- Participates in health promotional activities.
- Participates in decisions, planning, and policies related to clinical care.
- Maintains accurate and complete patient records in compliance with organizational policy.
- Refers patients to specialty services when appropriate.
- Provides professional medical services within the scope of training and responsibility, in compliance with applicable laws, regulations and organizational policies.
- Support physicians with on-call responsibilities.
- Records statistics and conducts research as deemed necessary.
- Collaborates with staff and physicians to identify patient’s needs and help develop plan to meet those needs.
- Required to maintain active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Active Registered Nurse and ARNP licensure with prescriptive authority in the state of Washington, required by start date.
- Related experience.
Physical/Sensory Demands For This Position:
- Walking - F
- Sitting/Standing - F
- Reaching: Shoulder Height - F
- Reaching: Above shoulder height - O
- Reaching: Below shoulder height - O
- Climbing - O
- Pulling/Pushing: 25 pounds or less - O
- Pulling/Pushing: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - O
- Pulling/Pushing: Over 50 pounds - O
- Lifting: 25 pounds or less - F
- Lifting: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - O
- Lifting: Over 50 pounds - O
- Carrying: 25 pounds or less - O
- Carrying: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - O
- Carrying: Over 50 pounds - O
- Crawling/Kneeling - O
- Bending/Stooping/Crouching - O
- Twisting/Turning - O
- Repetitive Movement - O
Working Conditions:
- Work is performed at in patient exam and treatment rooms, where space may be limited and confined. Requires a combination of working independently and also working closely with others.
- FLSA: Exempt
- Hourly/Salary: Salary
Physical Exposures:
- Unprotected Heights - No
- Heat - No
- Cold - No
- Mechanical Hazards - No
- Hazardous Substances - Yes
- Blood Borne Pathogens Exposure Potential - Yes
- Lighting - No
- Noise - No
- Ionizing/Non-Ionizing Radiation - No
- Infectious Diseases - Yes
Full Time Employees of Confluence Health receive a wide range of benefits in addition to compensation.
- Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Saving Accounts
- Paid Time Off
- Generous Retirement Plans
- Life Insurance
- Long-Term Disability
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Employee Assistance Program
- Adoption Assistance
- Shift Differential
Position Reports To: Practice Manager
- Provide primary and specialized health care to patients. Examination, diagnosis, and treatment of both chronic and acute episodic illnesses and minor injuries. Refers to physician as needed.
- Writes prescriptions and performs office procedures within the scope of expertise, protocols, and available equipment.
- Educates patients and families and helps them understand issues related to physical and emotional health.
- Participates in health promotional activities.
- Participates in decisions, planning, and policies related to clinical care.
- Maintains accurate and complete patient records in compliance with organizational policy.
- Refers patients to specialty services when appropriate.
- Provides professional medical services within the scope of training and responsibility, in compliance with applicable laws, regulations and organizational policies.
- Support physicians with on-call responsibilities.
- Records statistics and conducts research as deemed necessary.
- Collaborates with staff and physicians to identify patient’s needs and help develop plan to meet those needs.
- Required to maintain active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.
- Other duties as assigned.
- Active Registered Nurse and ARNP licensure with prescriptive authority in the state of Washington, required by start date.
- Related experience.
Physical/Sensory Demands For This Position:
- Walking - F
- Sitting/Standing - F
- Reaching: Shoulder Height - F
- Reaching: Above shoulder height - O
- Reaching: Below shoulder height - O
- Climbing - O
- Pulling/Pushing: 25 pounds or less - O
- Pulling/Pushing: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - O
- Pulling/Pushing: Over 50 pounds - O
- Lifting: 25 pounds or less - F
- Lifting: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - O
- Lifting: Over 50 pounds - O
- Carrying: 25 pounds or less - O
- Carrying: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - O
- Carrying: Over 50 pounds - O
- Crawling/Kneeling - O
- Bending/Stooping/Crouching - O
- Twisting/Turning - O
- Repetitive Movement - O
Working Conditions:
- Work is performed at in patient exam and treatment rooms, where space may be limited and confined. Requires a combination of working independently and also working closely with others.
- FLSA: Exempt
- Hourly/Salary: Salary
Physical Exposures:
- Unprotected Heights - No
- Heat - No
- Cold - No
- Mechanical Hazards - No
- Hazardous Substances - Yes
- Blood Borne Pathogens Exposure Potential - Yes
- Lighting - No
- Noise - No
- Ionizing/Non-Ionizing Radiation - No
- Infectious Diseases - Yes
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What Washington Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in family practice nurse practitioner jobs across Washington.
- Active Washington State nurse practitioner license with family practice certification required
- Current national certification from AANP or ANCC as a family nurse practitioner
- Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice degree from an accredited program
- Valid DEA registration and Washington State prescriptive authority for controlled substances
- Experience with electronic health records systems such as Epic or Cerner preferred
- Current BLS and ACLS certification required prior to start date
Family Practice Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a family practice nurse practitioner in Washington?
You must hold an active Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner license issued by the Washington State Department of Health, Nursing Commission. To qualify, complete an accredited master's or doctoral nurse practitioner program with a family practice focus, pass the national certification exam through AANP or ANCC, and apply for Washington prescriptive authority to independently manage medications. Washington also recognizes multistate compact privileges for qualifying applicants already licensed in another compact state.
Which companies hire family practice nurse practitioners in Washington?
Washington family practice nurse practitioner roles are posted by CommonSpirit Health, Confluence Health, and PFMC and others right now, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Washington's large integrated health systems, federally qualified health centers, and rural health networks tend to post the most consistent volume across the state.
Which Washington cities have the most family practice nurse practitioner jobs?
Lakewood, Bellevue, and Enumclaw lead Washington in family practice nurse practitioner openings. Seattle's concentration of major health systems and academic medical centers drives the highest volume, while Spokane and Tacoma draw steady demand from regional hospital networks, community health clinics, and growing suburban primary care practices serving rapidly expanding populations east and south of Puget Sound.
Are there remote family practice nurse practitioner jobs in Washington?
Yes, but they're rare. About 0% of family practice nurse practitioner openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, reflecting how hands-on the clinical role is by nature. The portions most likely to be conducted remotely are telehealth follow-up visits, chronic disease management consultations, and administrative or supervisory functions within larger health systems.
How can I get hired as a family practice nurse practitioner in Washington with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a new-graduate nurse practitioner residency or fellowship. UW Medicine and MultiCare Health System run structured primary care NP transition-to-practice programs designed for candidates without independent practice experience. Applicants who hold their Washington ARNP license and DEA registration before applying move faster through the process. Lateral moves from roles as a registered nurse in family medicine or urgent care clinics are also a recognized pipeline into entry-level NP positions at community health centers across the state.
Where can I find and apply to family practice nurse practitioner jobs in Washington?
You can find and apply to family practice nurse practitioner jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current Washington openings. Search the available roles, find the ones that match your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to the positions that fit.
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