Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Texas
Primary Care Nurse Practitioner jobs in Texas are among the most active in the country, with strong demand driven by large health systems, federally qualified health centers, and rapidly expanding urgent care and retail clinic networks serving some of the nation's fastest-growing communities. The bulk of hiring concentrates in Houston, Dallas-Fort Worth, and Austin, where employers such as UT Health, Baylor Scott and White Health, and Community Health Choice maintain deep primary care footprints. Family health, chronic disease management, and preventive care are the highest-demand practice areas for the role in Texas. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.
Job Summary: Provides direct patient care relative to physical diagnosis and therapeutic management independently, using physician consultation where appropriate.<br><br>Job Description:
Essential Responsibilities:
Assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the plan of care for a panel of patients. Evaluates individual health care status of patients, including eliciting a patient history, performance of physical examination, ordering of screening and diagnostic tests, risk assessment and interprets this information to establish a diagnosis.
Develops and implements a plan of care, including treatments, medications and the like within defined guidelines for practice. Provides care to the patient in a manner that incorporates the principles of patient satisfaction and delivery of cost effective care. Participates in the development and evaluation of practice guidelines.
Monitors the individual's response to therapy and revises the plan, as indicated, with particular attention to education and counseling and encouragement of self-care. Provides ongoing individualized patient orientation to APG/BIDCO. Seeks consultation from the consulting physician and other members of the healthcare team. Makes appropriate referrals as indicated by patient needs.
Identifies learning needs of patients and staff and collaborates with other leaders to determine priorities for educational programs. Participates in interdisciplinary education programs of the practice and provides clinical precepting for nursing students, nurse practitioner students, medical students and others. Provides leadership that supports APG, BIDHC practice policies and goals.
Required Qualifications:
Master's degree in Nursing required.
License Nursing License required., and Certificate 1 Basic Life Support required.
1-3 years related work experience required.
Valid prescriptive authority from both the MA DPH-DCP and Federal DEA
MA Board authorization to practice as an APRN NRSG
American Heart Association-Basic Life Support Certificate
Experience with computer systems required, including web based applications and some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access.
Preferred Qualifications:
Related primary care practice expertise.
Competencies:
Written Communications: Ability to summarize and communicate in English moderately complex information in varied written formats to internal and external customers.
Oral Communications: Ability to comprehend and communicate complex verbal information in English to medical center staff, patients, families and external customers.
Knowledge: Ability to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of concepts, practices and policies with the ability to use them in complex varied situations.
Team Work: Ability to lead collaborative teams for larger projects or groups both internal and external to the Medical Center and across functional areas. Results have implications for the management and operations of multiple areas of the organization.
Customer Service: Ability to provide a high level of customer service and staff training to meet customer service standards and expectations for the assigned unit(s). Resolves service issues in the assigned unit(s) in a timely and respectful manner.
Age based Competencies:
Employees in this job must be competent to provide patient care to the following age groups: Neonatal:Birth to 6 months, Youth: 6 months to 16 years, Young adult: 16-30 years, Middle Age: 30 - 60 years, Elderly: 60 -.
Physical Nature of the Job:
Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and or up to 20 pounds of force frequently. Job is physical in nature and employee needs to stand and/or move around through the majority of their shift.
Pay Range:
$84,349.20 USD - $109,948.80 USDThe pay range listed for this position is the annual base salary range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law.
As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.
More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
When you join the growing BILH team, you're not just taking a job, you’re making a difference in people’s lives.
Job Summary: Provides direct patient care relative to physical diagnosis and therapeutic management independently, using physician consultation where appropriate.<br><br>Job Description:
Essential Responsibilities:
Assessment, planning, implementation and evaluation of the plan of care for a panel of patients. Evaluates individual health care status of patients, including eliciting a patient history, performance of physical examination, ordering of screening and diagnostic tests, risk assessment and interprets this information to establish a diagnosis.
Develops and implements a plan of care, including treatments, medications and the like within defined guidelines for practice. Provides care to the patient in a manner that incorporates the principles of patient satisfaction and delivery of cost effective care. Participates in the development and evaluation of practice guidelines.
Monitors the individual's response to therapy and revises the plan, as indicated, with particular attention to education and counseling and encouragement of self-care. Provides ongoing individualized patient orientation to APG/BIDCO. Seeks consultation from the consulting physician and other members of the healthcare team. Makes appropriate referrals as indicated by patient needs.
Identifies learning needs of patients and staff and collaborates with other leaders to determine priorities for educational programs. Participates in interdisciplinary education programs of the practice and provides clinical precepting for nursing students, nurse practitioner students, medical students and others. Provides leadership that supports APG, BIDHC practice policies and goals.
Required Qualifications:
Master's degree in Nursing required.
License Nursing License required., and Certificate 1 Basic Life Support required.
1-3 years related work experience required.
Valid prescriptive authority from both the MA DPH-DCP and Federal DEA
MA Board authorization to practice as an APRN NRSG
American Heart Association-Basic Life Support Certificate
Experience with computer systems required, including web based applications and some Microsoft Office applications which may include Outlook, Word, Excel, PowerPoint or Access.
Preferred Qualifications:
Related primary care practice expertise.
Competencies:
Written Communications: Ability to summarize and communicate in English moderately complex information in varied written formats to internal and external customers.
Oral Communications: Ability to comprehend and communicate complex verbal information in English to medical center staff, patients, families and external customers.
Knowledge: Ability to demonstrate in-depth knowledge of concepts, practices and policies with the ability to use them in complex varied situations.
Team Work: Ability to lead collaborative teams for larger projects or groups both internal and external to the Medical Center and across functional areas. Results have implications for the management and operations of multiple areas of the organization.
Customer Service: Ability to provide a high level of customer service and staff training to meet customer service standards and expectations for the assigned unit(s). Resolves service issues in the assigned unit(s) in a timely and respectful manner.
Age based Competencies:
Employees in this job must be competent to provide patient care to the following age groups: Neonatal:Birth to 6 months, Youth: 6 months to 16 years, Young adult: 16-30 years, Middle Age: 30 - 60 years, Elderly: 60 -.
Physical Nature of the Job:
Medium work: Exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally and or up to 20 pounds of force frequently. Job is physical in nature and employee needs to stand and/or move around through the majority of their shift.
Pay Range:
$84,349.20 USD - $109,948.80 USDThe pay range listed for this position is the annual base salary range the organization reasonably and in good faith expects to pay for this position at this time. Actual compensation is determined based on several factors, that may include seniority, education, training, relevant experience, relevant certifications, geography of work location, job responsibilities, or other applicable factors permissible by law.
As a health care organization, we have a responsibility to do everything in our power to care for and protect our patients, our colleagues and our communities. Beth Israel Lahey Health requires that all staff be vaccinated against influenza (flu) as a condition of employment.
More than 35,000 people working together. Nurses, doctors, technicians, therapists, researchers, teachers and more, making a difference in patients' lives. Your skill and compassion can make us even stronger.
Equal Opportunity Employer/Veterans/Disabled
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Where Texas roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Job Market in Texas
A snapshot from current Texas openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Supplied Talent11
- Privia Medical6
- Baylor Scott & White Health6
- Catalyst Health4
- Primary Care Solutions4
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services
- Non-Profit & Social Services
What Texas Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in primary care nurse practitioner jobs across Texas.
- Active Texas Advanced Practice Registered Nurse license with primary care authorization
- Master of Science in Nursing or Doctor of Nursing Practice from an accredited program
- Current national NP board certification such as FNP-BC or FNP-C
- DEA registration and prescriptive authority under Texas collaborative practice agreement
- Current BLS and ACLS certification required at time of hire
- Experience with electronic health record systems such as Epic or Cerner
Primary Care Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Texas: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a primary care nurse practitioner in Texas?
You must complete a graduate-level nurse practitioner program and then apply to the Texas Board of Nursing for Advanced Practice Registered Nurse licensure. Texas requires submission of your national NP certification, a completed application, and verification of your registered nurse license. Most primary care NPs in Texas hold Family Nurse Practitioner certification through AANP or ANCC. After APRN licensure, you apply for prescriptive authority, which requires a written collaboration agreement with a physician.
How much do primary care nurse practitioners make in Texas?
Primary care nurse practitioners in Texas earn a median of about $131,670 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $96,880 for the lowest 10% to over $161,980 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire primary care nurse practitioners in Texas?
Employers hiring primary care nurse practitioners in Texas right now include Supplied Talent, Privia Medical, and Baylor Scott & White Health, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of October 2026. Texas's mix of large integrated health systems, independent federally qualified health centers, and growing retail and urgent care clinic chains means openings appear across a wide range of practice settings throughout the state.
Which Texas cities have the most primary care nurse practitioner jobs?
San Antonio, Arlington, and Austin have the most primary care nurse practitioner openings in Texas. Houston leads because of its size and the density of health systems anchored there, Dallas-Fort Worth follows as a major corporate and medical hub with extensive suburban growth driving clinic expansion, and Austin's rapid population growth has pushed demand well beyond what the existing primary care workforce can currently meet.
Are there remote primary care nurse practitioner jobs in Texas?
Yes, but they are rare. Primary care nurse practitioner work is fundamentally hands-on, so most positions require in-person patient contact. About 15% of primary care nurse practitioner openings tied to Texas are remote or hybrid as of October 2026, and those tend to be telehealth-only roles focused on chronic disease management, medication management follow-ups, or virtual urgent care rather than full primary care panels.
How can I get hired as a primary care nurse practitioner in Texas with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is a new-graduate NP residency or fellowship program. Baylor Scott and White Health and UT Health operate structured post-graduate NP training programs that are specifically designed for new graduates entering primary care. Candidates who have worked as registered nurses in ambulatory care, family medicine clinics, or community health settings in Texas carry an advantage because that clinical background translates directly. Completing APRN licensure and prescriptive authority paperwork before your job search also removes a common hiring delay.
Where can I find and apply to primary care nurse practitioner jobs in Texas?
You can find and apply to primary care nurse practitioner jobs in Texas on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from employers across the state. Search the listings, find roles that fit your experience and preferred location, and apply directly to the ones that match.
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