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CVS Health

Nurse Practitioner

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$58.50 - $66.50/hr

Requisition This is a full time position or we can do part time at our Wilderness Oak clinic ... One year of NP experience preferred; qualified new graduates may be considered * Active ...

CVS Health

Nurse Practitioner

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$58.50 - $66.50/hr

Requisition This is a full time position or we can do part time at our Wilderness Oak clinic ... One year of NP experience preferred; qualified new graduates may be considered * Active ...

CVS Health

Nurse Practitioner

San Antonio, TX · On-site

$58.50 - $66.50/hr

Requisition This is a full time position or we can do part time at our Wilderness Oak clinic ... One year of NP experience preferred; qualified new graduates may be considered * Active ...

AMN Healthcare

$1.0K - $1.1K/wk

Requirements Cardiovascular Surgery Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant (NP/PA) StartDate ... The sprawling Wilderness Park in particular is a must-see, offering a wide range of hiking and ...

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How much do wilderness nurse practitioner jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 18, 2026, the average yearly pay for wilderness 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 is a wilderness nurse practitioner?

A Wilderness Nurse Practitioner (WNP) is an advanced practice provider who delivers medical care in remote, austere, or wilderness settings. They assess, diagnose, and treat patients in environments with limited resources, often managing emergencies like trauma, altitude sickness, or infections. WNPs may work in expedition medicine, search and rescue teams, disaster response, or rural healthcare. Their training includes advanced clinical skills, survival techniques, and improvisational medicine to provide care in challenging conditions.

What are some of the unique challenges wilderness nurse practitioners face in their day-to-day work?

Wilderness Nurse Practitioners frequently encounter unpredictable environmental conditions, limited medical supplies, and challenging logistics, requiring quick thinking and resourcefulness. They may work independently or with small teams in remote areas, making strong communication and decision-making skills essential. Balancing patient care with safety protocols, evacuation planning, and sometimes providing education to non-medical team members are routine aspects of the role. Adapting to these challenges helps ensure high-quality patient outcomes even in the most demanding outdoor settings.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a wilderness nurse practitioner, and why are they important?

Wilderness Nurse Practitioners require advanced clinical assessment skills, acute care experience, and Nurse Practitioner licensure with additional wilderness medicine certification. They often use portable diagnostic tools, satellite communication devices, and wilderness medical kits to deliver care in remote or resource-limited settings. Exceptional problem-solving, adaptability, and the ability to remain calm under pressure are crucial soft skills for this role. These competencies are vital for ensuring patient safety and effective healthcare delivery in challenging, unpredictable outdoor environments.

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Infographic showing various Wilderness Nurse Practitioner job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 25% As Needed, 50% Full Time, and 25% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $130,295 per year, or $62.6 per hour.

Nurse Practitioner

Community Health Association of Mountain/Plains States (CHAMPS)

Fairview, MT • On-site

Other

Posted 15 days ago

Job description

Nurse Practitioner

Ag Worker's Health & Services is looking for patient-centered Family Nurse Practitioners (FNPs) who will support our mission to improve the health status of migrant and seasonal agricultural workers and their families.

Site with Opening: Montana Migrant and Seasonal Farmworkers Council, Inc. Billings, Dillon, and Fairview, MT

Hiring Organization: Montana Migrant and Seasonal Farmworkers Council, Inc.

Contact Name: Claudia Stephens

Mailing Address: 3318 3rd Avenue North, Suite 200 Billings, MT 59101

E-Mail: cstephens@mtmigrantcouncil.org

Phone: (406) 248-3149 (406) 245-6636

Special Instructions: Email cover letter and resume to the contact listed above.

Practice Highlights: The FNP will work collaboratively within a multi-disciplinary team which aims to provide high quality, evidence based health care in clinic sites, patient homes, fields, schools, orchards and mobile medical and dental units. Ag Worker's Health & Services is a Federally Qualified Health Center with Level I NCQA Patient Centered Medical Home recognition. We are also a National Health Service Corps (NHSC) site for Loan Repayment and Scholarships.

Community Highlights: Billings, located in South central Montana, is supported by various economies, including energy (oil, natural gas and coal), agriculture (grains such as wheat, barley, and corn, sugar beets, beef and dairy cattle), and transportation (air, rail and trucking). These commercial interests have in turn supported Billings as a center for education, medical facilities, and cultural activities. The 100,000 people of the Yellowstone Valley enjoy a dry, sunny climate with spectacular views of four mountain ranges: the Beartooths to the southwest, the Crazy Mountains to the west, the Pryor Range to the southeast, and the Snowies to the north. Recreational opportunities abound. Outdoor enthusiasts can backpack in the nearby Beartooth-Absaroka Wilderness and Custer and Gallatin National Forests, fish along Rock Creek and the Boulder, Stillwater and Yellowstone Rivers and their tributaries, and, within a short drive, hunt elk, moose, mule and whitetail deer, upland birds and waterfowl. Other forms of nearby recreation include downhill and cross-country skiing, canoeing and kayaking, snow shoeing and windsurfing on area reservoirs.

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