For nurse practitioners and physician assistants, the job market has never been stronger. Demand continues to grow, opportunities are expanding across specialties, and compensation remains competitive.
Lists ranking the “best careers in America” consistently include nurse practitioners and physician assistants near the top—and increasingly, certified registered nurse anesthetists (CRNAs) as well.
For many advanced practice providers, the formula for earning more seems straightforward: work more hours, see more patients, take on more responsibility.