North Carolina Loan Repayment ProgramUp to $60,000
Up to $60,000 over as much as four years for NPs, PAs, nurse-midwives and dental hygienists, including psychiatric NPs. Physicians and dentists are funded up to $100,000.
Tax-free · Service counts toward PSLF · Rolling — first-come while funding lasts. · 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.

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FQHC Opportunities

26 FQHC positions in North Carolina offer student loan repayment up to $75,000 over 2 years through NHSC.

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About Nurse Practitioner Jobs in North Carolina

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

Many positions in North Carolina 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 North Carolina — FAQ

Can nurse practitioners practice independently in North Carolina?

North Carolina is a restricted-practice-authority state for nurse practitioners. NPs practice under physician supervision with joint regulation by the medical and nursing boards. Prescribes under physician supervision or delegation, including controlled substances subject to state limits.

Do nurse practitioner jobs in North Carolina qualify for student loan repayment?

Nurse practitioners at NHSC-approved FQHCs and community health centers in North Carolina can qualify for the National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program — up to $75,000 for a full-time, two-year commitment. There are 802 NHSC-approved sites on record in North Carolina.

Does North Carolina have its own loan repayment program for nurse practitioners?

Yes. North Carolina runs a state program nurse practitioners can use: North Carolina Loan Repayment Program (up to $60,000). 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 North Carolina?

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

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