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Zufall Health Center

Nurse Practitioner

Morristown, NJ · On-site

$110K - $121K/yr

Job Type Full-time Description Under the direct supervision of the Chief Medical Officer (CMO), SVP of Medical Services, and/or Clinical Site Director, the Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides direct ...

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Kent, WA · On-site

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Kent, WA · On-site

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How much do chief nurse practitioner jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for chief nurse practitioner in the United States is $130,295.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $108,000.00 and $150,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a chief nurse practitioner?

To thrive as a Chief Nurse Practitioner, you need advanced clinical expertise, leadership abilities, and an active nurse practitioner license, often complemented by a master's or doctoral degree in nursing. Familiarity with healthcare management systems, electronic health records (EHRs), and professional certifications like FNP-BC or AGACNP-BC are commonly required. Outstanding communication, decision-making, and team-building skills help drive effective collaboration and organizational excellence. These competencies are vital for ensuring high standards of patient care and leading nursing teams in complex healthcare environments.

How does a chief nurse practitioner typically collaborate with other healthcare leaders to improve patient care outcomes?

A Chief Nurse Practitioner (CNP) regularly works alongside physicians, hospital administrators, and department heads to develop and implement clinical protocols and quality improvement initiatives. This role often leads interdisciplinary meetings, coordinates care strategies, and ensures that nursing staff are aligned with the latest evidence-based practices. Effective collaboration enables the CNP to advocate for patients and nursing teams, address workflow challenges, and drive positive changes in patient care delivery across the organization.

What is the difference between Chief Nurse Practitioner vs Nurse Practitioner?

AspectChief Nurse PractitionerNurse Practitioner
CredentialsMaster's or Doctoral degree in Nursing, Nurse Practitioner certification, leadership experienceMaster's or Doctoral degree in Nursing, Nurse Practitioner certification
Work EnvironmentHealthcare organizations, clinics, hospitals, leadership rolesClinics, hospitals, outpatient settings, direct patient care
Employer & Industry UsageHealthcare administration, policy, and clinical leadership within healthcare systemsPrimary care, specialty clinics, hospitals, outpatient care

The Chief Nurse Practitioner typically holds a leadership role overseeing clinical teams and strategic initiatives, while a Nurse Practitioner provides direct patient care. Both roles require advanced nursing credentials, but the Chief Nurse Practitioner combines clinical expertise with administrative responsibilities, often within larger healthcare organizations.

What is a chief nurse practitioner?

A Chief Nurse Practitioner (CNP) is a highly experienced advanced practice registered nurse who provides clinical leadership and oversees nurse practitioners within a healthcare facility or organization. They are responsible for ensuring high standards of patient care, managing clinical staff, developing policies, and contributing to strategic planning. The CNP also collaborates with other healthcare leaders, facilitates staff education, and may participate in direct patient care. This role typically requires significant clinical experience, advanced education, and strong leadership skills.
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Infographic showing various Chief Nurse Practitioner job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 6% As Needed, and 94% Full Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $130,295 per year, or $62.6 per hour.

Nurse Practitioner

Zufall Health Center

Morristown, NJ • On-site

$110K - $121K/yr

Full-time

Re-posted 24 days ago

Zufall Health Center rating

6.0

Company rating: 6.0 out of 10

Based on 7 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

Job Type
Full-time
Description
Under the direct supervision of the Chief Medical Officer (CMO), SVP of Medical Services, and/or Clinical
Site Director, the Nurse Practitioner (NP) provides direct clinical care to patients as per education, training,
license, and certification. The NP is a member of Care Team with the purpose of providing evidence-based and
quality medical care to Zufall Health Center patients.
Essential Functions, Duties and Responsibilities
  • Provides care to patients in accordance with rights and privileges granted through RN licensure and NP certification including, but not limited to, diagnostic and therapeutic assessments, treatment of conditions and illnesses within the scope of practice, referral and follow-up of patients, and other duties as assigned. Serves as a primary care provider to appropriate panel of patients, and acts as patient advocate
  • Works closely with collaborating physician and follows the guidelines detailed in the joint protocol for
  • NPs and collaborating physicians
  • Leads assigned clinical support staff within the patient care team to improve patient care
  • Participates in night and weekend call coverage in rotation with other providers as assigned. Consults with collaborating physician or CMO on cases as needed. Assists with weekend, night and early morning hours of operations and adjusts schedule as needed
  • Assists patients in obtaining community resources, referrals and other services as clinically indicated by the center's diverse populations. Assists the CMO and collaborating physician in accessing services for the center and its patients with the local provider community, including physicians, hospitals, and laboratories
  • Remains mindful of and achieves Federal and health center productivity standards
  • Participates in clinical performance improvement activities and conducts peer reviews of meetings as deemed necessary by the CMO. Attends regular meetings of the medical staff and other meetings as deemed necessary by the CMO
  • Participates in clinical operations by ensuring compliance according to local, state, and federal rules and regulations, and ensures that licensing, credentialing, and educational activities are kept current and up to date. Contributes to and follows established policies and protocols for clinical care
  • Participates in in-service educational programs and continuing education. Teaches and trains other health center staff and NP students as needed
  • Participates in community health initiatives including health fairs, special immunization sessions, and other community and outreach activities as directed
  • Maintains membership in appropriate professional associations. Is an active member of the Medical Staff at Zufall Health Center
  • Follows code of conduct, policies and procedures of Zufall Health Center, and State and Federal regulations
  • Maintains client confidentiality and follows HIPAA regulations in all interactions
  • Performs other related duties as assigned by the CMO, or other supervising physician
  • Assume duties of Director of Nursing as assigned by the SVP of Nursing and Clinical Operations.

Requirements
To perform successfully, the individual must be able to perform the essential duties satisfactorily. The
requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill and ability required.
  • Excellent verbal and written communication skills
  • Able to relate well to a diverse group of patients and staff
  • Able and willing to work on as needed basis in order to meet operational needs of the center
  • Proficient with computers, and knowledge of Microsoft Office applications including Word and Excel,
  • and electronic medical records
  • Learn and apply trauma informed care principles in everyday interactions
  • Ability to speak both English and Spanish strongly preferred

Education, Training and Experience
  • Bachelor's degree as Registered Nurse and Master's degree or Doctorate from an Advanced Nurse Practitioner training program from an accredited college or university
  • Certification as an NP in the area of training
  • Possession of an RN license and an Advance Nurse Practitioner license from New Jersey
  • Current certification as an Advance Nurse Practitioner in specialty practice
  • Possession of a valid DEA and CDS registration. BLS Certification
  • Minimum of one year experience in a community health setting preferred
  • Bicultural and bilingual experience valued

Salary Description
$110,000-$121,500

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