Nurse Practitioners
Code: 29-1171.00
Bright Outlook
Median Annual Salary
Competitive / Variable
Sector & location dependent
Preparation & Education
Standard Educational Pathways
Job Zone N/A
Industry Outlook
Bright Outlook
Active demand across the UK workforce
Role Overview & What They Do
Diagnose and treat acute, episodic, or chronic illness, independently or as part of a healthcare team. May focus on health promotion and disease prevention. May order, perform, or interpret diagnostic tests such as lab work and x rays. May prescribe medication. Must be registered nurses who have specialized graduate education.
Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)
ACNP (Acute Care Nurse Practitioner)
Adult Nurse Practitioner
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN)
ARNP Specialist (Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner Specialist)
Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
Family Practice Certified Advanced Registered Nurse Practitioner
Gastroenterology Nurse Practitioner
Nurse Practitioner (NP)
Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (PNP)
Women's Health Care Nurse Practitioner
Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks
- Maintain complete and detailed records of patients' health care plans and prognoses.
- Develop treatment plans, based on scientific rationale, standards of care, and professional practice guidelines.
- Provide patients with information needed to promote health, reduce risk factors, or prevent disease or disability.
Frequently Asked Questions About Nurse Practitioners
Salaries for a Nurse Practitioners vary depending on regional demand across the UK, industry sector, relevant technical certifications, and years of experience.
Most employers hiring for a Nurse Practitioners in the UK require a combination of relevant educational qualifications, technical certifications, or demonstrative on-the-job vocational experience.
Essential skills and tooling for a Nurse Practitioners include: Industry standard competencies, tooling, and methods. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.
Nurse Practitioners is classified as a Bright Outlook occupation in the UK, experiencing rapid growth and numerous annual employment openings across both public and private sectors.
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Salary Distribution
Salaries vary depending on region, certifications, and years of experience.
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