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New York NP License 2026: Collaborative Agreement, NYSED Process, Salary
New York nurse practitioners operate under a phased practice authority model — collaborative practice required for the first 3,600 hours, followed by full independent practice. Average NP salary in New York is $125,000/year in 2026, with New York City reaching $135,000–$155,000 for specialty NPs.
New York NP Practice Authority
| Phase | Requirement | Prescriptive Authority |
|---|---|---|
| First 3,600 hours | Collaborative Practice Agreement with physician | Schedule III–V; Schedule II requires CPA co-sign |
| After 3,600 hours | Independent — no CPA required | Full Schedule II–V independent prescribing |
NYSED Application Requirements
- Master's or doctoral degree from CCNE or ACEN-accredited NP program
- National certification: ANCC (FNP-BC, AGNP-C, etc.) or AANP (FNP-C, AGPCNP-C)
- Active New York RN license — required before applying for NP license
- NYSED OP-NP application: $135 fee
- Official transcripts sent directly from institution
Processing Timeline
NYSED NP application processing typically runs 8–16 weeks — slower during spring and fall graduation cycles. Expedited processing is not available. Begin the application as early as possible.
NP Salary in New York (2026)
| Region | Avg Annual Salary |
|---|---|
| New York City (Manhattan) | $148,000 |
| NYC (outer boroughs) | $138,000 |
| Long Island | $128,000 |
| Westchester / Hudson Valley | $122,000 |
| Albany / Capital Region | $115,000 |
| Western NY (Buffalo) | $108,000 |
Top NY Health Systems for NPs
- NYC Health + Hospitals — public system; strong NYSNA union contract; stable scheduling
- Northwell Health — largest private employer in NY; aggressive NP recruitment statewide
- NewYork-Presbyterian (Columbia/Weill Cornell) — top academic salaries for specialty NPs
- NYU Langone Health — growing NP program; competitive base + productivity bonuses
- Rochester Regional Health / UR Medicine — Upstate NY academic systems
What We See at Ava Health
New York FNP and AGPCNP candidates are in high demand for primary care and FQHC positions. The 3,600-hour CPA requirement means employers who offer structured collaborative arrangements are more competitive for new graduates. Rural upstate NY has NHSC loan repayment eligibility and persistent shortages.
Related: NP License California 2026, NP License Florida 2026, RN Salary New York 2026.
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