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Entry Level Kaiser Permanente Nurse Practitioner Jobs

Practices under the standard procedure established for the NP role consistent with Kaiser Permanente policy and in accordance with requirement set forth by the California Board of Registered Nursing.

Practices under the standard procedure established for the NP role consistent with Kaiser Permanente policy and in accordance with requirement set forth by the California Board of Registered Nursing.

Nurse Practitioner II TEMP

Manteca, CA · On-site

$120 - $160/hr

Practices under the standard procedure established for the NP role consistent with Kaiser Permanente policy and in accordance with requirement set forth by the California Board of Registered Nursing.

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How much do entry level kaiser permanente nurse practitioner jobs pay per year?

As of Sep 4, 2026, the average yearly pay for entry level kaiser permanente nurse practitioner in the United States is $134,369.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $111,000.00 and $152,500.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Entry Level Kaiser Permanente Nurse Practitioner vs Entry Level Kaiser Permanente Physician Assistant?

AspectEntry Level Kaiser Permanente Nurse PractitionerEntry Level Kaiser Permanente Physician Assistant
Required CredentialsMaster's degree in Nursing, RN license, Nurse Practitioner certificationMaster's degree in Physician Assistant Studies, PA license, certification
Work EnvironmentClinics, hospitals, primary care settings within Kaiser PermanenteClinics, hospitals, primary care settings within Kaiser Permanente
Employer & Industry UsageCommonly employed as primary care providers in healthcare systemsOften work alongside physicians in similar healthcare environments

Both roles are vital in primary care within Kaiser Permanente, requiring advanced degrees and certifications. Nurse Practitioners focus on patient education and holistic care, while Physician Assistants assist physicians with diagnosis and treatment. The main difference lies in their training backgrounds and scope of practice, but both are integral to delivering quality healthcare.

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Infographic showing various Entry Level Kaiser Permanente Nurse Practitioner job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 4% As Needed, 58% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 23% Contract. Highlights an 99% Physical, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $134,369 per year, or $64.6 per hour.

Nurse Practitioner II- TEMP

Kaiser Permanente

Stockton, CA • On-site

$134.62/hr

Other

Posted 16 days ago


Kaiser Permanente rating

8.2

Company rating: 8.2 out of 10

Based on 927 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

55th of 898 rated healthcare providers


Job description

Job Summary:

The Nurse Practitioner (NP) is responsible for the assessment of selected patients in the designated service. The NP performs physical examinations, confers with patients in person and by phone/electronically, collaborates with others in the department to assure smooth flow of patient care consistent with established quality indicators and participates in the overall coordination of patient care. The NP reports to the Chief of the designated service and to the Department Manager.

Essential Responsibilities:


  • Practices under the standard procedure established for the NP role consistent with Kaiser Permanente policy and in accordance with requirement set forth by the California Board of Registered Nursing.

  • Conducts age appropriate assessments of patients, including history taking and physical examination consistent with department protocol.

  • Performs assessment/data collection in an on-going systematic manner, focusing on physiologic, psychosocial, cultural, spiritual and cognitive status; patient/family education, family involvement and patient advocacy.

  • Consults with supervising physician or other clinicians as dictated by patient need and assessment findings.

  • Participates with physicians and other clinicians in the department to assure effective patient care consistent with quality indicators for patients cared for in the designated service.

  • Reviews medical record for follow up or ordering of diagnostic studies under established protocols.

  • Establishes and maintains communication with other health care providers and departments to ensure operational efficiency and effectiveness and to promote consistency and continuity of care.

  • Establishes effective working relationships with members of the health care team, patients, and families. Acknowledges staff rights and cultural and ethical beliefs.

  • Delegates appropriately and coordinates duties/activities of health care team members. Evaluates effectiveness of care given by team members.

  • Demonstrates knowledge of and applies safety principles as identified by the institution. Performs efficiently in emergency situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events.

  • Demonstrates responsibility and accountability for own professional practice. Participates regularly in staff development activities for unit and department personnel. Demonstrates knowledge of legal issues, including patient confidentiality and risk management in all aspects of patient care and unit functioning.

  • Participates in unit and department Performance Improvement activities. Participates in nursing research activities as requested. Identifies and solves problems effectively.

  • Demonstrates a service philosophy in all interactions with patients, families, and all members of the health care team. Demonstrates proficiency in the use of computers and telecommunication modalities to document, track and convey information.

  • If practicing in a specialty role, fulfills the expectations established for the particular role.

  • Perform other related duties as necessary.


Basic Qualifications:
Experience
  • Minimum of 6 months experience as a nurse practitioner.
  • One (1) year (within the past three (3) years) experience as a NP providing care for adults (>18 years of age), including preventive care and follow-up for patients with chronic health care problems.
Education
  • Masters Degree in Nursing (unless already a Kaiser Permanente employee who was grandfathered in prior to California Business and Professions Code requirement in January 1, 2008)

  • Completion of a Masters Program in Adult NP, Family Practice NP, Acute Care NP or Geriatric NP required.
License, Certification, Registration
  • Nurse Practitioner Certificate (California)
     

  • Registered Nurse License (California)
     

  • Nurse Practitioner Furnishing Number (California)
     

  • Basic Life Support
     

  • National Provider Identifier required at hire
     

  • Nurse Practitioner National Certificate
     
Additional Requirements:
  • Must meet credentialing requirements established for nurse practitioners within the Kaiser system (Masters Degree in Nursing and National Certification from one of the following organizations: American Academy of Nurse Practitioners; American Credentialing Center; National Certification Corporation for Obstetric, Gynecologic and Neonatal Nursing Specialties; National Certification Board of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners and Nurses.)
  • Candidates must meet requirements to apply for PTAN (Provider Transaction Account Number) at the time of hire and apply within 30 days of hire
  • Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.
Preferred Qualifications:

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