NP Jobs in Kansas

NP jobs in Kansas are concentrated in Wichita, Kansas City, and Topeka, where large health systems like The University of Kansas Health System, Stormont Vail Health, and Ascension Via Christi drive consistent demand across primary care, urgent care, and behavioral health. Hiring is active at every level from new graduates to experienced practitioners, with the strongest need in family practice, psychiatric-mental health, and acute care. Rural health clinics and federally qualified health centers across western and central Kansas also post regularly, creating openings well outside the major metros. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles27
Top employerOptum
Top cityWichita, KS
Cities hiring13
Work type50% Remote
Top industryHealthcare

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Marathon Health
Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Olathe, KS
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Family Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Olathe, KS
Marathon Health
Olathe, Kansas
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$115k - $150k/yr
CPR Certification
1,001-5,000

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Holton Community Hospital
Advanced Practice Provider - Emergency Department
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Advanced Practice Provider - Emergency Department
Holton Community Hospital
Holton, Kansas
Caregiving & Elderly Support
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
TNCC Certification
51-200

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Optum
Nurse Practitioner | Telehealth Primary Care | Optum Medical Group
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Nurse Practitioner | Telehealth Primary Care | Optum Medical Group
Optum
Overland Park, Kansas
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$110k - $164k/yr
On-Site
Managed care organization experience
10,000+

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Ascension
Occupational Medicine Nurse Practitioner
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Occupational Medicine Nurse Practitioner
Ascension
Manhattan, Kansas
Communications
Content & Communications
Public Relations (PR)
BLS Certification
10,000+

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TeamHealth
Advanced Practice Clinician In Emporia, KS
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Advanced Practice Clinician In Emporia, KS
TeamHealth
Emporia, Kansas
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
$47k - $56k/yr
10,000+

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NP Jobs by City in Kansas

Where Kansas roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Wichita
7 jobs
Overland Park
4 jobs
Olathe
2 jobs
Topeka
2 jobs
Rolla
1 job
Holton
1 job
Lenexa
1 job
Salina
1 job
Emporia
1 job

NP Job Market in Kansas

A snapshot from current Kansas openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Optum
Optum4 open roles
CVS Health
CVS Health2 open roles
VitalCore Health Strategies
VitalCore Health Strategies2 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • Insurance

What Kansas Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in NP jobs across Kansas.

  • Active Kansas advanced practice registered nurse license with prescriptive authority
  • Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice from an accredited program
  • National board certification from ANCC or AANP in a recognized NP specialty
  • Current BLS certification required, ACLS preferred for acute or hospital-based settings
  • Minimum one to three years of clinical experience in a relevant specialty or patient population
  • Strong electronic health record proficiency, with Epic experience preferred by most Kansas health systems

NP Jobs in Kansas: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a np in Kansas?

To practice as an NP in Kansas, you must hold an active Advanced Practice Registered Nurse license issued by the Kansas State Board of Nursing. You need a graduate-level nursing degree, either a Master of Science in Nursing or a Doctor of Nursing Practice, from an accredited program, plus national board certification from ANCC or AANP. Kansas requires a collaborative practice agreement with a physician to obtain prescriptive authority.

Which companies hire nps in Kansas?

Employers hiring nps in Kansas right now include Optum, CVS Health, and VitalCore Health Strategies, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Large integrated health systems headquartered or operating in Kansas tend to post the most consistent volume, particularly for family practice, behavioral health, and hospital-based NP roles.

Which Kansas cities have the most np jobs?

Wichita, Overland Park, and Kansas account for the largest share of np openings in Kansas. Wichita leads because it is the state's most populous city and home to its largest hospital networks, while Kansas City draws volume from cross-border health systems anchored on the Missouri side that staff extensively in the Kansas suburbs, and Topeka concentrates openings around state government health services and its established regional medical centers.

Are there remote np jobs in Kansas?

Yes, but they're rare. About 50% of np openings tied to Kansas are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting how hands-on most NP roles are by nature. The positions most likely to carry a remote or hybrid component are in telehealth primary care, psychiatric-mental health consultation, and utilization review, where patient contact can happen over video platforms.

How can I get hired as a np in Kansas with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is a new-graduate NP residency or fellowship program, and The University of Kansas Health System and Stormont Vail Health both run structured transition-to-practice programs designed for candidates with limited post-graduate experience. Rural health clinics and federally qualified health centers in underserved Kansas counties often recruit new graduates that larger urban systems pass over. Completing your Kansas APRN license quickly, demonstrating strong clinical rotation hours in a relevant specialty, and holding ANCC or AANP certification before you apply all give your application a concrete edge.

Where can I find and apply to np jobs in Kansas?

You can find and apply to np jobs in Kansas on Migrate Mate, which lists current Kansas openings updated regularly. Search the listings by city or specialty, find roles that fit your background and credentials, and apply directly to the employer without any extra steps.

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