Nurse Practitioner Jobs in North Dakota
Nurse Practitioner jobs in North Dakota are concentrated in Fargo, Bismarck, and Grand Forks, where systems like Sanford Health, Essentia Health, and Altru Health System maintain consistent hiring across primary care, psychiatry, and family medicine. Demand is steady across both urban clinics and rural critical access hospitals, with openings ranging from new graduate to experienced independent practitioners. North Dakota's full practice authority makes the state particularly active for NPs seeking autonomous roles. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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As our Neonatal Nurse Practitioner you will join a dynamic NICU team in Bismarck, ND. This opportunity is suited for a provider who is excited to provide comprehensive care to high risk infants and their family members. Experience is preferred, but not required.
Everyday as our Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) you will be responsible for providing direct clinical care in a Neonatal ICU inpatient setting and conducts medical histories, performs complete physical examinations, initiate appropriate lab, radiology tests and other special tests required for evaluation. Performs routine and specialized procedures as credentialed. May prescribe and monitor medications. Participates in medical team rounds and collaborates with physicians, nursing and other medical personnel. Educates patient families and answers questions regarding their disease, treatments, related drug and treatment side effects and hazards. Refers patients to specialists as appropriate. Our Advanced Practice Providers are a collaborative member of an interdisciplinary care team with advanced communication skills.
To be successful in this role a NNP will demonstrate exceptional clinical acumen and compassion, providing expert care to vulnerable infants and their families. Their ability to excel as a team player, seamlessly collaborating with physicians, nurses, and families will further enhance their effectiveness and contribute significantly to positive patient experiences.
- Full Time
- Shifts are 12, 16, or 24 hours
- Level II Neonatal Intensive Care Unit
- Experienced and Collegial Group of Neonatologists, Nurse Practitioners, Nurses, and Support Staff
Job Requirements
Required
- Master's or Doctorate Degree in Neonatal Nurse Practitioner from accredited program
- Certification as a Neonatal Nurse Practitioner (NNP) required
- Active or Eligible to obtain an unrestricted licence in Nebraska
- BLS, PALS and NRP
- Commitment to providing high quality, compassionate care
Where You'll Work
About CHI St. Alexius Health
Widely known as a region that is business friendly, a growing oil and energy sector, manufacturing and agriculture – the region enjoys an extraordinary low unemployment. Coupled with a regional airport, a vast assortment of affordable homes in terrific neighborhoods, the lowest crime rates in the country, exceptional public and private schools, colleges, universities – and the small-town charm that is a hallmark of this area – you and your family will find this a wonderful place to call home.
Catholic Health Initiatives is a part of CommonSpirit®, one of the nation's largest health systems dedicated to advancing health for all people. #HEC
Pay Range
$144,061 - $159,226 /year
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What North Dakota Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in nurse practitioner jobs across North Dakota.
- Active North Dakota nurse practitioner license issued by the North Dakota Board of Nursing
- Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice from an accredited program
- National board certification from ANCC or AANP in a recognized specialty area
- Current BLS and ACLS certification required prior to start date
- Minimum one to three years of clinical experience in a relevant specialty setting
- Ability to practice independently under North Dakota full practice authority regulations
Nurse Practitioner Jobs in North Dakota: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a nurse practitioner in North Dakota?
To become a nurse practitioner in North Dakota, you must earn a graduate-level nursing degree, complete a national certification exam through ANCC or AANP, and apply for licensure with the North Dakota Board of Nursing. North Dakota grants full practice authority, meaning licensed NPs can evaluate, diagnose, and prescribe without a physician supervision agreement. The Board of Nursing handles all NP license applications and renewals directly.
How much do nurse practitioners make in North Dakota?
Nurse practitioners in North Dakota earn a median of about $130,070 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $103,490 for the lowest 10% to over $162,020 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire nurse practitioners in North Dakota?
Companies currently hiring nurse practitioners in North Dakota include Legion Health, Sanford Health, and Brightside Health, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Sanford Health and Essentia Health are among the largest long-term employers in the state, with recurring openings across their North Dakota clinic and hospital networks.
Which North Dakota cities have the most nurse practitioner jobs?
Fargo, Bismarck, and North Dakota have the most nurse practitioner openings in North Dakota. Fargo dominates hiring as the state's largest metro and home to Sanford Health's flagship campus, while Bismarck draws openings through state government health services and regional hospital systems, and Grand Forks benefits from Altru Health System's concentration of outpatient and specialty care facilities.
Are there remote nurse practitioner jobs in North Dakota?
Yes, but they're rare. About 100% of nurse practitioner openings tied to North Dakota are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, reflecting the hands-on, patient-facing nature of most NP roles. The sub-specialties most likely to include remote or telehealth components in North Dakota are psychiatry and behavioral health, where telehealth adoption has been strongest in rural and frontier communities.
How can I get hired as a nurse practitioner in North Dakota with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is applying to new-graduate NP programs at Sanford Health or Essentia Health, both of which periodically offer structured onboarding for newly licensed practitioners. Transitioning from an RN or registered nurse role within the same system is a common lateral move that hiring managers favor. Holding an active North Dakota NP license and a national board certification before applying gives candidates a clear edge over those still pending credentialing.
Where can I find and apply to nurse practitioner jobs in North Dakota?
You can find and apply to nurse practitioner jobs in North Dakota on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialty and experience level, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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