NP Jobs in Washington

NP jobs in Washington are in strong demand, with active hiring concentrated in primary care, psychiatry, and acute care settings across large health systems, federally qualified health centers, and multispecialty clinics serving both urban and rural communities, at every level from new graduate to lead clinician. Seattle, Spokane, and Tacoma account for the bulk of openings, anchored by major employers such as Providence Health and Services, UW Medicine, and MultiCare Health System. Family nurse practitioners and psychiatric-mental health nurse practitioners are among the most sought-after specialties statewide. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.

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Overview

Open roles122+
Top employerOptum
Top citySeattle, WA
Cities hiring42
Work type51% Remote
Top industryInsurance

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ProMedix Health
Family Nurse Practitioner
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Family Nurse Practitioner
ProMedix Health
Seattle, Washington
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$65 - $95/hr
Remote (US)

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Eden Health
Hospice Nurse Practitioner (NP)
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Hospice Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Eden Health
Seattle, Washington
Account Management
Business Development
Enterprise Sales
$140k - $148k/yr
Master's degree in nursing
1,001-5,000

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Washington Vital Vision
Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
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Primary Care Nurse Practitioner
Washington Vital Vision
Carnation, Washington
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
$115k - $168k/yr
On-Site
2-10

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Holistic Health Clinic
Nurse Practitioner
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Nurse Practitioner
Holistic Health Clinic
Tacoma, Washington
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
Physicians
$85k - $160k/yr
On-Site
11-50

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NP Jobs by City in Washington

Where Washington roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Yakima
11 jobs
Spokane
8 jobs
Tacoma
5 jobs
Vancouver
5 jobs
Olympia
4 jobs
Richland
4 jobs
Bremerton
3 jobs
Edmonds
2 jobs

NP Job Market in Washington

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

Who's Hiring

  • Optum
    Optum20
  • TeamHealth
    TeamHealth13
  • Signify Health
    Signify Health10
  • Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic
    Yakima Valley Farm Workers Clinic7
  • Seattle Children's
    Seattle Children's6

Top Industries Hiring

  • Insurance
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Washington Employers Look For

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

  • Active Washington State registered nurse license and valid ARNP certification issued by the Washington State Department of Health
  • Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice from an accredited program
  • Current national board certification such as AANP or ANCC in the applicable specialty area
  • Current DEA registration and Washington State prescriptive authority authorization
  • Basic Life Support certification required, with ACLS preferred for acute or emergency settings
  • One or more years of clinical experience in the relevant specialty preferred for most postings

NP Jobs in Washington: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a np in Washington?

To practice as an np in Washington, you must hold an active registered nurse license and obtain Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner certification through the Washington State Department of Health. This requires completing an accredited graduate nursing program at the master's or doctoral level, passing a national board certification exam through AANP or ANCC in your specialty, and applying to the DOH for your ARNP credential. Prescriptive authority, including a DEA registration, is a separate endorsement required before prescribing controlled substances.

Which companies hire nps in Washington?

Employers hiring nps in Washington right now include Optum, TeamHealth, and Signify Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Washington's large integrated health systems, tribal health programs, and federally qualified health centers consistently maintain some of the highest np hiring volumes in the Pacific Northwest.

Which Washington cities have the most np jobs?

Seattle, Washington State, and Yakima have the highest concentration of np openings in Washington. Seattle dominates the market thanks to its dense cluster of academic medical centers, health tech companies, and major health systems, while Spokane and Tacoma generate steady volume through large regional hospital networks and community health organizations that serve both urban residents and surrounding rural populations.

Are there remote np jobs in Washington?

Yes, but they're rare. Nurse practitioner work is primarily hands-on clinical care, so most roles require an in-person presence. About 59% of np openings tied to Washington are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to cluster in telehealth, psychiatric consultation, and care management functions where direct physical examination is not required.

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

The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate ARNP residency or fellowship programs, which UW Medicine and Providence Health and Services have offered for primary care and psychiatry tracks. Community health centers and rural health clinics in Washington are also known to hire new graduates who are willing to work in underserved areas, often pairing them with experienced supervising physicians. Holding your full ARNP credential with prescriptive authority before applying significantly strengthens any new-graduate application.

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

You can find and apply to np jobs in Washington on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the listings, find the roles that match your specialty and location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.

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