Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Minnesota
Nurse Practitioner jobs in Minnesota are concentrated in the Twin Cities metro, Rochester, and Duluth, where major health systems like Mayo Clinic, M Health Fairview, and Allina Health maintain large ambulatory and hospital-based practices. Family practice, psychiatric-mental health, and acute care are the specialties seeing the steadiest demand across the state. From entry-level positions at community health clinics to senior roles leading specialty service lines, Minnesota's nurse practitioner market is one of the most active in the Midwest. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Primarily days with rotating weekends and holidays (United States of America)Position Highlights
Certified Nurse Practitioner
Required Education/License/Certification or Work Experience:
- Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP) - Board of Nursing Must be licensed and qualified to practice in the state based off job assignment. Upon Hire and
- Federal Drug Enforcement Admin - US Department of Justice Drug Enforcement Admin State and federal based on state of practice Upon Hire and
- Registered Nurse (RN) - Board of Nursing An active license in the state of practice Upon Hire
Pay Range: $121,492-$156,997 per year
You Belong at Avera
Be part of a multidisciplinary team built with compassion and the goal of Moving Health Forward for you and our patients. Work where you matter.
A Brief Overview
Provides appropriate medical care to all patients by assessing physical, psychological and social dimensions of patients to develop a plan of care.
What you will do
- Assesses, diagnoses, and treats patients according to medical staff approved protocol and acceptable standards of practice.
- Provides medical services and health education to patients and family members. Effectively contributes to the health education of individuals and groups and applies appropriate methods designed to increase each person’s motivation to assume responsibility for their own health care.
- Consults and collaborates with physician as assessing, diagnosing and treating patients.
- Performs necessary diagnostic and therapeutic procedures according to written, approved protocols and appropriate licensing and administrative authorities.
- Interprets information gathered during the diagnostic process and consults with the physician as appropriate regarding abnormal health assessment findings to establish appropriate plan of care.
- Assures that appropriate referrals are made for patients.
- Provides quality care for patient, demonstrates appropriate health, safety, and aseptic practices. Recognizes and reacts appropriately to environmental safety factors related to patient care. Effectively provides patient instruction related to environment of care and safety standards.
- Effectively contributes to the development and attainment of physician practice goals.
- Practices according to written, approved protocols and appropriate licensing and administrative authorities. Understands, applies, and supports practice policies, procedures, goals and standards.
- Maintains patient records and accurate information.
Essential Qualifications
The individual must be able to work the hours specified. To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential job function satisfactorily including having visual acuity adequate to perform position duties and the ability to communicate effectively with others, hear, understand and distinguish speech and other sounds. These requirements and those listed above are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required to perform the essential job functions. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions, as long as the accommodations do not cause undue hardship to the employer.
Required Education, License/Certification, or Work Experience:
- Certified Physician Assistant - National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) Upon Hire and
- Federal Drug Enforcement Admin - US Department of Justice Drug Enforcement Admin State and federal based on state practice Upon Hire and
- Physician Assistant - Licensing Board Must be licensed and qualified to practice in the state based on job assignment Upon Hire
Expectations and Standards
- Commitment to the daily application of Avera’s mission, vision, core values, and social principles to serve patients, their families, and our community.
- Promote Avera’s values of compassion, hospitality, and stewardship.
- Uphold Avera’s standards of Communication, Attitude, Responsiveness, and Engagement (CARE) with enthusiasm and sincerity.
- Maintain confidentiality.
- Work effectively in a team environment, coordinating work flow with other team members and ensuring a productive and efficient environment.
- Comply with safety principles, laws, regulations, and standards associated with, but not limited to, CMS, The Joint Commission, DHHS, and OSHA if applicable.
Benefits You Need & Then Some
Avera is proud to offer a wide range of benefits to qualifying part-time and full-time employees. We support you with opportunities to help live balanced, healthy lives. Benefits are designed to meet needs of today and into the future.
PTO available day 1 for eligible hires.
Up to 5% employer matching contribution for retirement
Career development guided by hands-on training and mentorship
Avera is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, Veteran Status, or other categories protected by law. If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-605-504-4444 or send an email to talent@avera.org.
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Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Insurance
What Minnesota Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in nurse practitioner jobs across Minnesota.
- Active Minnesota NP license issued by the Minnesota Board of Nursing
- Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice from an accredited program
- National board certification from AANP or ANCC in a relevant population focus
- Current BLS and ACLS certification required prior to start date
- Minimum one to three years of clinical experience in a relevant specialty setting
- Prescriptive authority registration with the Minnesota Board of Pharmacy
Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Minnesota: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a nurse practitioner in Minnesota?
You must hold an active advanced practice registered nurse license issued by the Minnesota Board of Nursing, which requires completing an accredited master's or doctoral NP program and passing a national certification exam through AANP or ANCC in your population focus. Minnesota also requires a separate prescriptive authority registration if you intend to prescribe medications. Applications are submitted directly to the Minnesota Board of Nursing.
How much do nurse practitioners make in Minnesota?
Nurse practitioners in Minnesota earn a median of about $133,260 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $98,950 for the lowest 10% to over $170,140 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire nurse practitioners in Minnesota?
Employers hiring nurse practitioners in Minnesota right now include Medcor, Mayo Clinic, and GuideStar Eldercare, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Minnesota's large integrated health systems, federally qualified health centers, and multi-specialty clinics drive consistent hiring across the Twin Cities and regional hubs like Rochester and St. Cloud.
Which Minnesota cities have the most nurse practitioner jobs?
The cities with the most nurse practitioner openings in Minnesota are Minneapolis, Minnesota, and Edina. The Twin Cities dominate because of the sheer size of systems like Allina Health, M Health Fairview, and HealthPartners, while Rochester's concentration of Mayo Clinic campuses and affiliated practices generates strong demand well beyond what a mid-size city would normally support.
Are there remote nurse practitioner jobs in Minnesota?
Yes, but they're rare. Most nurse practitioner roles involve direct patient care that requires in-person presence. About 24% of nurse practitioner openings tied to Minnesota are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions tend to be in telehealth urgent care, behavioral health, or chronic disease management where video visits are an established care model.
How can I get hired as a nurse practitioner in Minnesota with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a nurse practitioner residency or fellowship program run by large Minnesota health systems. Mayo Clinic, Allina Health, and M Health Fairview have all offered structured NP transition-to-practice programs that provide supervised clinical hours and mentorship for new graduates. Candidates who hold an active Minnesota NP license and a national board certification before applying, and who have prior RN experience in a specialty they want to practice, move to the front of the line at most systems.
Where can I find and apply to nurse practitioner jobs in Minnesota?
You can find and apply to nurse practitioner jobs in Minnesota on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings below to see roles that match your specialty and experience level, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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