A location quotient of 1.78 means Nurse Practitioners are employed at roughly 1.78× the national rate in Tennessee — a market with outsized demand for the role.

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The Nurse Practitioner market in Tennessee

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

Practice authority

Restricted practice

NPs practice under physician supervision, including chart review and site-visit requirements.

Prescribes under physician supervision or delegation, including controlled substances subject to state limits.

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Open positions

11 NP jobs

10 at FQHCs with loan-repayment eligibility

Most recent posting 4 days ago

Loan repayment value

Up to $75,000

NHSC Loan Repayment Program — full-time, 2-year initial commitment, at 400 approved sites in Tennessee.

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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 Tennessee

State programs pay up to $40,000 on top of NHSC

Tennessee State Loan Repayment ProgramUp to $40,000
Up to $40,000 full-time for advanced practice nurses and PAs on a two-year initial commitment (extendable to five years), with renewals up to $20,000 a year. Physicians receive up to $50,000.
Tax treatment not stated · Service counts toward PSLF · Annual cycle; awards continue until funds are committed. · 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 Tennessee

Family Practice3

FQHC Opportunities

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

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NP Practice in Tennessee

Learn about scope of practice, prescriptive authority, and licensing requirements.

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About Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Tennessee

Tennessee offers excellent opportunities for Nurse Practitioners (NPs) across various healthcare settings including hospitals, clinics, FQHCs, and private practices. With 11 current openings, Tennessee is actively recruiting qualified NPs to meet the growing healthcare needs of its population.

Many positions in Tennessee 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 Tennessee — FAQ

Can nurse practitioners practice independently in Tennessee?

Tennessee is a restricted-practice-authority state for nurse practitioners. NPs practice under physician supervision, including chart review and site-visit requirements. Prescribes under physician supervision or delegation, including controlled substances subject to state limits.

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

Nurse practitioners at NHSC-approved FQHCs and community health centers in Tennessee can qualify for the National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment Program — up to $75,000 for a full-time, two-year commitment. There are 400 NHSC-approved sites on record in Tennessee.

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

Yes. Tennessee runs a state program nurse practitioners can use: Tennessee State Loan Repayment Program (up to $40,000). 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 Tennessee?

We currently list 11 nurse practitioner positions in Tennessee at community health centers and FQHCs. New roles are added continuously as facilities post them.

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