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Nurse Practitioners in Knoxville, TN

Nurse Practitioners

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.

$52.76median, an hour
$54.07mean (average), an hour
1,630people employed in this job here

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