Remote Nurse Practitioner Jobs in Texas
Telemedicine opportunities for remote nurse practitioner jobs in Texas. Join our network of over 20,000 nationwide clinicians!
The Benefits of Working in Telemedicine
100% Remote
Work and see patients from anywhere.
Work and see patients from anywhere.
Earn Extra Income
Telemedicine is a great side gig for nurse practitioners.
Telemedicine is a great side gig for nurse practitioners.
Flexible Scheduling
Say goodbye to rigid clinic schedules.
Say goodbye to rigid clinic schedules.
In-Demand
Telehealth is growing, and so is the need for virtual clinicians.
Telehealth is growing, and so is the need for virtual clinicians.
Do What You Love
OpenLoop’s network of clinicians spans 30+ specialities.
OpenLoop’s network of clinicians spans 30+ specialities.
How do I become a remote nurse practitioner in Texas?
- You must be an actively practicing clinician.
- Have an active Texas license.
- No malpractice on your record.
- Good to go on all the above? Apply!
In-Demand State Licenses For Nurse Practitioners
State licensure requirements will be added as they become available.
How many state licenses do I need to work in telehealth?
For NPs there’s a few ways to look at it. If you’re licensed in the following high-volume states, then that might be good enough. Generally, we recommend having 3-5 state licenses as a telehealth nurse practitioner.
High volume state licensure we look for:
Why do you need to be licensed in multiple states?
The beauty of telehealth is that patients can access care from anywhere. To meet that demand, providers who hold multi-state licenses stand out - they can treat more patients across more regions, making their resumes stronger and more competitive.
How much money can a nurse practitioner make in Texas?
For telemedicine, this can depend on whether you are a contract, 1099 or a full-time W-2 employee. This is a summary of the average U.S. compensation for telemedicine clinicians in 2025, reviewing the differences between contract, 1099 (independent contractor), and W-2 (employee) roles.
Average Pay for Nurse Practitioners (NP) in Telemedicine
| Role Type | Average Annual Salary |
Hourly Rate | Benefits |
|---|---|---|---|
| 1099/Contract | $130,000–$150,000 | $63–$85 | More pay, less job security, no benefits |
| W-2 | $122,000–$140,000 | $59–$68 | Lower base but with benefits, paid leave, and employer 401(k) |
Figures are based on the most recent available national data and may vary by specialty, geography, experience and employer.
How to get licensed in the state of Texas as a nurse practitioner
The Texas Board of Nursing accepts NP licensure and APRN applications online via their online licensing portal.
Average Application Processing Time
4-6 weeks
Interstate Nurse Licensure Compact State?
Yes
Licensure Requirements
Licensing Fees: $100+
Supporting Documents/Requirements:
- Active, unencumbered Texas RN license or multistate license
- Completion of an advanced practice nursing program (MSN or DNP)
- National certification in NP specialty
- Proof of 500+ clinical hours in NP program
- Official transcripts
- Texas Nursing Jurisprudence Exam (mandatory)
- Criminal background check
- Prescriptive authority application and proof of pharmacotherapeutics coursework
Training
Graduate NP programs must meet board-approved standards with supervised clinical experience.
Licensure CME & Renewal
20 CE hours every 2 years for RN renewal. APRNs with prescriptive authority must complete 5 additional pharmacotherapeutics hours annually.
For full and complete Texas NP licensing requirements and information visit: https://www.bon.texas.gov
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