A location quotient of 0.72 means Nurse Practitioners are less concentrated in Colorado than the national average, which typically reflects a smaller employment base rather than lower demand per capita.

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The Nurse Practitioner market in Colorado

Practice environment, shortage designations, and loan-repayment value — the context behind the openings above.

Practice authority

Full practice

NPs practice independently; a provisional mentorship period applies before full prescriptive authority.

Independent prescriptive authority, including Schedule II-V controlled substances.

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Open positions

44 NP jobs

31 at FQHCs with loan-repayment eligibility

Most recent posting 3 days ago

Loan repayment value

Up to $75,000

NHSC Loan Repayment Program — full-time, 2-year initial commitment, at 470 approved sites in Colorado.

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Shortage designation

HPSA 23 primary-care score

Historically most funded. Sites with HPSA scores of 14+ have historically had the best success receiving NHSC awards.

Loan-repayment programs in Colorado

State programs pay up to $90,000 on top of NHSC

Colorado Health Service CorpsUp to $90,000
Up to $50,000 per year, capped at $90,000 across a three-year full-time commitment.
Tax treatment not stated · Service counts toward PSLF · Two cycles a year, in March and September. · Verified 2026-07-27

Federal programs you can also use: NHSC LRP, NHSC Rural Community LRP, NHSC SUD LRP, STAR LRP, NHSC S2S, Nurse Corps LRP, IHS LRP, PSLF.

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Practice authority: AANP. Shortage & loan-repayment data: HRSA / NHSC and the state agencies linked above.

NP Specialties in Colorado

FQHC Opportunities

31 FQHC positions in Colorado offer student loan repayment up to $75,000 over 2 years through NHSC.

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NP Practice in Colorado

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About Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Colorado

Colorado offers excellent opportunities for Nurse Practitioners (NPs) across various healthcare settings including hospitals, clinics, FQHCs, and private practices. With 44 current openings, Colorado is actively recruiting qualified NPs to meet the growing healthcare needs of its population.

Many positions in Colorado offer competitive compensation packages including sign-on bonuses, relocation assistance, and student loan repayment. FQHC positions are particularly attractive as they qualify for NHSC loan repayment programs that can provide up to $75,000 over 2 years toward student loan debt.

Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Colorado — FAQ

Can nurse practitioners practice independently in Colorado?

Colorado is a full-practice-authority state for nurse practitioners. NPs practice independently; a provisional mentorship period applies before full prescriptive authority. Independent prescriptive authority, including Schedule II-V controlled substances.

Do nurse practitioner jobs in Colorado qualify for student loan repayment?

Nurse practitioners at NHSC-approved FQHCs and community health centers in Colorado can qualify for the National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program — up to $75,000 for a full-time, two-year commitment. There are 470 NHSC-approved sites on record in Colorado.

Does Colorado have its own loan repayment program for nurse practitioners?

Yes. Colorado runs a state program nurse practitioners can use: Colorado Health Service Corps (up to $90,000). State awards apply on top of the federal NHSC Loan Repayment Program, and the service also counts toward Public Service Loan Forgiveness.

How many nurse practitioner jobs are available in Colorado?

We currently list 44 nurse practitioner positions in Colorado at community health centers and FQHCs. New roles are added continuously as facilities post them.

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