Entry Level Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Jobs
New grad primary care nurse practitioner jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where clinical rotation hours and internship work can carry more weight than a lengthy resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Staffing & Recruiting, and Insurance, with employers like OSF HealthCare, Optum, and Carbon Health hiring at this level now.
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Who We Are
At ERC Pathlight, we’re on a mission to change lives—and we’re looking for people who feel called to do the same. As one of the nation’s leading treatment providers for eating disorders and mood, anxiety, and trauma-related conditions, we bring innovative, evidence-based, and deeply compassionate care to patients across the country. With multiple locations nationwide and extensive virtual programming, we meet patients exactly where they are and help them move toward lasting recovery. Founded in 2008 by renowned psychiatrists and psychologists, ERC Pathlight now supports more than 6,000 patients each year. And as the need for world-class mental health care continues to rise, our commitment is stronger than ever: to expand access, elevate the standard of care, and empower every patient to rebuild their life with dignity and hope.
Why Join Us
When you join ERC Pathlight, you become part of a team that shows up every day to make a real difference. You’ll work alongside passionate clinicians, dedicated support staff, and mission-driven leaders who believe in collaboration, growth, and doing the right thing—always. Here, your work matters. Your ideas matter. You matter. If you’re energized by purpose, motivated by impact, and ready to help transform the future of mental health treatment, you belong here. Come build hope. Come save lives. Come grow with us.
What You'll Be Doing
Under the supervision of a credentialed physician the Primary Care Nurse Practitioner is responsible for delivering healthcare to patients. Operates with latitude and collaborates with other health professionals to provide high-quality, cost-effective health care to patients, manage health care systems, and influence health care decision-making through expert clinical reasoning research and theory-based practice.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Evaluates and monitors the medical condition of patients in collaboration with physicians and other care providers. Adhering to established standards of care or applying appropriate protocols, makes decisions regarding treatment.
- Determines and assesses the health status of new or existing patients by reviewing records, taking comprehensive medical histories, and performing patient examinations.
- Analyzes present patient care and the responses to the present care, and helps to develop the patient care plan and treatment.
- Completes required documentation thoroughly and in a timely manner. Prepares and maintains complete and accurate charts, case files and records.
- Orders appropriate medications within the limits of the appropriate statutory limitations. Initiates, performs or directs other nurses to perform screenings and orders psychological assessments when appropriate.
- Collaborates on care delivery by 1) including staff, physicians, other providers and management in both service and patient care improvements; 2) treating all teammates with respect; 3) demonstrating the highest levels of ethical and professional conduct; and 4) behaving in a manner consistent with company mission and values 5) establishing and maintaining contact with referring providers both within that outside of the system 6) establishing and maintaining contact with family members and patient’s support persons when appropriate.
- Advocates for patients including providing consistent and timely documentation regarding the patient's need for level of care and participating in insurance peer reviews to optimize optimal length of stay for treatment.
Administrative Duties
- May be assigned to perform leadwork and/or involvement in clinical coordination, responsibility for special projects which may encompass protocol development, management planning, scheduling and other tasks as necessary to support practice environment in the different levels of care.
- Functions as a member of a multi-disciplinary treatment team. Attends staff meetings to present and discuss clinical concerns. Utilizes the principles and practices of effective and persuasive communication to elicit information, contribute psychiatric expertise, problem resolution, and/or garner support for various programs or policies.
- Achieves quality metrics by 1) focusing on clinically relevant outcome measures; 2) adapting company innovations to continuously improve patient care, program, and organizational efficiency.
- Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, quality improvement, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
- Promotes positive interpersonal relationships with fellow employees, physicians, patients and visitors. Treats these individuals with courtesy, dignity, empathy and respect; consistently displays courteous and respectful verbal and non-verbal communications.
- Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, receiving current literature, and attending in-service meetings, staff meetings and workshops. Attends, participates in, and contributes to in-services, education, and staff training sessions to maintain/increase skills and teach others.
- Ensures all duties, responsibilities and competencies are conducted in a manner that is effective and appropriate to patients to whom care, service and treatment is being provided.
- Receives individual and group supervision from physician and non-physician leaders.
- Evaluates own performance and recognize opportunities for growth.
- Provides community education and engages in marketing efforts when requested.
Education Requirements
- Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Nursing (BSN and MSN)
- Certification as a Nurse Practitioner
- Specialization as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner required
Licenses and Certifications
- State licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) with psychiatric specialization
- Family Nurse Practitioner or Nurse Practitioner with Post Masters Psych certification FNP
- Training in CPR, Handle With Care, and Basic Life Support (BLS)
Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
- Knowledge of nursing principles and skill in their implementation
- Knowledge of community resources for appropriate procedures
- Skill in applying clinical psychiatric service practices
- Skill in utilizing the principles and practices of effective and persuasive communication to elicit information, negotiate problem resolution, and/or garner support for various programs or policies. Skill in obtaining information from patients, calming and reassuring patients and motivating patients to accept treatments
- Ability to exercise initiative and judgment in selecting proper treatment
- Ability to respond appropriately in emergency situations
- Ability to prepare accurate reports and documentation
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments and the public
- Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time.
The compensation range for this position is based upon candidate experience and market expectations. Maryland Pay Range $111,000 - $126,000 USD
What We Offer
At ERC Pathlight, caring for people is our mission and that begins with caring for our own team. Your well-being matters, and our benefit program is designed to support every part of your life. We offer competitive compensation; comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; generous Paid Time Off; Parental Leave benefits; Retirement benefits; and tuition reimbursement to help you continue growing in your career. We also recognize that mental health is part of every person’s experience. That’s why we strive to create a workplace where you feel supported, seen, and encouraged—personally, professionally, and at home. When you thrive, you can do your best work. And your best work changes lives.
Who We Are
At ERC Pathlight, we’re on a mission to change lives—and we’re looking for people who feel called to do the same. As one of the nation’s leading treatment providers for eating disorders and mood, anxiety, and trauma-related conditions, we bring innovative, evidence-based, and deeply compassionate care to patients across the country. With multiple locations nationwide and extensive virtual programming, we meet patients exactly where they are and help them move toward lasting recovery. Founded in 2008 by renowned psychiatrists and psychologists, ERC Pathlight now supports more than 6,000 patients each year. And as the need for world-class mental health care continues to rise, our commitment is stronger than ever: to expand access, elevate the standard of care, and empower every patient to rebuild their life with dignity and hope.
Why Join Us
When you join ERC Pathlight, you become part of a team that shows up every day to make a real difference. You’ll work alongside passionate clinicians, dedicated support staff, and mission-driven leaders who believe in collaboration, growth, and doing the right thing—always. Here, your work matters. Your ideas matter. You matter. If you’re energized by purpose, motivated by impact, and ready to help transform the future of mental health treatment, you belong here. Come build hope. Come save lives. Come grow with us.
What You'll Be Doing
Under the supervision of a credentialed physician the Primary Care Nurse Practitioner is responsible for delivering healthcare to patients. Operates with latitude and collaborates with other health professionals to provide high-quality, cost-effective health care to patients, manage health care systems, and influence health care decision-making through expert clinical reasoning research and theory-based practice.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
- Evaluates and monitors the medical condition of patients in collaboration with physicians and other care providers. Adhering to established standards of care or applying appropriate protocols, makes decisions regarding treatment.
- Determines and assesses the health status of new or existing patients by reviewing records, taking comprehensive medical histories, and performing patient examinations.
- Analyzes present patient care and the responses to the present care, and helps to develop the patient care plan and treatment.
- Completes required documentation thoroughly and in a timely manner. Prepares and maintains complete and accurate charts, case files and records.
- Orders appropriate medications within the limits of the appropriate statutory limitations. Initiates, performs or directs other nurses to perform screenings and orders psychological assessments when appropriate.
- Collaborates on care delivery by 1) including staff, physicians, other providers and management in both service and patient care improvements; 2) treating all teammates with respect; 3) demonstrating the highest levels of ethical and professional conduct; and 4) behaving in a manner consistent with company mission and values 5) establishing and maintaining contact with referring providers both within that outside of the system 6) establishing and maintaining contact with family members and patient’s support persons when appropriate.
- Advocates for patients including providing consistent and timely documentation regarding the patient's need for level of care and participating in insurance peer reviews to optimize optimal length of stay for treatment.
Administrative Duties
- May be assigned to perform leadwork and/or involvement in clinical coordination, responsibility for special projects which may encompass protocol development, management planning, scheduling and other tasks as necessary to support practice environment in the different levels of care.
- Functions as a member of a multi-disciplinary treatment team. Attends staff meetings to present and discuss clinical concerns. Utilizes the principles and practices of effective and persuasive communication to elicit information, contribute psychiatric expertise, problem resolution, and/or garner support for various programs or policies.
- Achieves quality metrics by 1) focusing on clinically relevant outcome measures; 2) adapting company innovations to continuously improve patient care, program, and organizational efficiency.
- Maintains established departmental policies and procedures, quality improvement, safety, environmental and infection control standards.
- Promotes positive interpersonal relationships with fellow employees, physicians, patients and visitors. Treats these individuals with courtesy, dignity, empathy and respect; consistently displays courteous and respectful verbal and non-verbal communications.
- Enhances professional growth and development through participation in educational programs, receiving current literature, and attending in-service meetings, staff meetings and workshops. Attends, participates in, and contributes to in-services, education, and staff training sessions to maintain/increase skills and teach others.
- Ensures all duties, responsibilities and competencies are conducted in a manner that is effective and appropriate to patients to whom care, service and treatment is being provided.
- Receives individual and group supervision from physician and non-physician leaders.
- Evaluates own performance and recognize opportunities for growth.
- Provides community education and engages in marketing efforts when requested.
Education Requirements
- Bachelor’s and Master’s degrees in Nursing (BSN and MSN)
- Certification as a Nurse Practitioner
- Specialization as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner required
Licenses and Certifications
- State licensure as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) with psychiatric specialization
- Family Nurse Practitioner or Nurse Practitioner with Post Masters Psych certification FNP
- Training in CPR, Handle With Care, and Basic Life Support (BLS)
Required Knowledge, Skills And Abilities
- Knowledge of nursing principles and skill in their implementation
- Knowledge of community resources for appropriate procedures
- Skill in applying clinical psychiatric service practices
- Skill in utilizing the principles and practices of effective and persuasive communication to elicit information, negotiate problem resolution, and/or garner support for various programs or policies. Skill in obtaining information from patients, calming and reassuring patients and motivating patients to accept treatments
- Ability to exercise initiative and judgment in selecting proper treatment
- Ability to respond appropriately in emergency situations
- Ability to prepare accurate reports and documentation
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees, other departments and the public
- Willingness to travel up to 25% of the time.
The compensation range for this position is based upon candidate experience and market expectations. Maryland Pay Range $111,000 - $126,000 USD
What We Offer
At ERC Pathlight, caring for people is our mission and that begins with caring for our own team. Your well-being matters, and our benefit program is designed to support every part of your life. We offer competitive compensation; comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; generous Paid Time Off; Parental Leave benefits; Retirement benefits; and tuition reimbursement to help you continue growing in your career. We also recognize that mental health is part of every person’s experience. That’s why we strive to create a workplace where you feel supported, seen, and encouraged—personally, professionally, and at home. When you thrive, you can do your best work. And your best work changes lives.
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Who's Hiring
- OSF HealthCare14
- Optum13
- Carbon Health8
- Jobot4
- Kettering Health4
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services69
- Staffing & Recruiting4
- Insurance3
- Education2
- Consulting & Professional Services2
Entry Level Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level primary care nurse practitioner job?
Employers hiring at the entry level look for a completed MSN or DNP, an active NP license, and board certification through AANP or ANCC. Clinical rotation experience in primary care settings gives candidates a clear edge. Tailoring your application to show familiarity with chronic disease management, preventive care, and EMR platforms signals readiness for independent practice from day one.
Which companies hire entry level primary care nurse practitioners?
Companies hiring entry level primary care nurse practitioners right now include OSF HealthCare, Optum, and Carbon Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from community health centers, multi-specialty group practices, federally qualified health centers, and large health system outpatient clinics that build new-grad cohorts into their staffing model.
Are there remote entry level primary care nurse practitioner jobs?
Yes, though most entry level roles have an on-site or hybrid component given the hands-on nature of primary care. About 0% of entry level primary care nurse practitioner openings are remote or hybrid as of September 2026, and those positions typically involve telehealth panels focused on chronic disease follow-up or behavioral health integration rather than acute or diagnostic visits.
Are these new grad primary care nurse practitioner jobs?
Yes, many of these listings are new grad and junior roles that explicitly welcome candidates with limited post-certification experience. A posting is new-grad friendly when it lists zero to two years of experience as acceptable, counts clinical rotations or preceptorship hours toward the requirement, or accepts a strong internship in lieu of full-time practice history. Recent graduates entering primary care should filter for those signals when reviewing openings.
Which industries hire the most entry level primary care nurse practitioners?
Entry Level primary care nurse practitioner roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Staffing & Recruiting, and Insurance, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of September 2026. Those sectors drive entry level hiring because they operate high-volume outpatient practices, face persistent provider shortages in underserved communities, and often use structured onboarding programs that make them well suited to supporting new graduates transitioning into independent practice.