Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Psychiatric Physician Assistant, Boynton Health

Position Summary

The Advanced Practice Mental Health Clinician at Boynton Health, https://boynton.umn.edu/, provides comprehensive psychiatric and mental health care to a diverse student population within a college health setting. This role integrates diagnostic evaluation, supportive psychotherapy, crisis intervention, and medication management to support student well-being, academic success, and retention. Working under general supervision, this position exercises a high level of clinical autonomy while contributing to interdisciplinary care and ongoing campus partnerships.

Overview of Responsibilities

Direct Clinical Care & Scope of Practice

• Diagnose and treat a broad range of mental health conditions, including anxiety, depression, trauma-related disorders, ADHD, mild to moderate eating disorders, and substance use concerns.
• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, including psychiatric medical histories and risk assessments.
• Develop and implement individualized, culturally responsive plans of care based on psychological, emotional, social, physical, cultural, and environmental factors.
• Provide supportive psychotherapy when medically necessary.
• Complete urgent psychiatric evaluations as assigned and urgent medication follow up visits as needed.
• Prescribe and manage psychotropic medications in accordance with licensure, federal and state regulations, best practices, and Boynton Health guidelines.
• Order and interpret laboratory and diagnostic tests independently and as clinically appropriate.
• Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans to support academic functioning and overall well-being.

Care Coordination, Communication & Documentation

• Respond to patient phone calls and secure portal communications in a timely and professional manner.
• Maintain accurate, thorough, and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR), closing encounter notes within 72 hours of the visit following Boynton Health's minimum documentation standards.
• Provide appropriate clinical information and documentation when referring patients to internal or external providers.
• Coordinate care with Boynton Health providers and external partners to ensure continuity of care.
• Support care transitions, including hospitalization, higher levels of care, and return-to-campus planning.
• Utilize University and community resources to support comprehensive patient care as well as Boynton Health care coordinators and psychiatric nurses.

Patient Education & Engagement

• Educate patients about diagnoses, treatment options, medications, and appropriate self-management strategies.
• Guide students in effective use of the healthcare system, including accessing campus and community resources.
• Promote patient engagement in treatment planning and self-management strategies.

Collaboration & Consultation

• Consult, refer, and collaborate with interdisciplinary providers involved in patient care.
• Participate in regular case consultation, peer review, and team meetings within Mental Health & Counseling.
• Provide consultative services to University departments, faculty, and staff as requested.
• Serve on operational or clinical committees at Boynton Health, or the University, as requested by leadership.

Program Development, Outreach & Campus Engagement

• Contribute to development, evaluation, and improvement of mental health programs and services as requested.
• Develop and present educational programs, workshops, and seminars related to student and community mental health as requested.
• Partner with campus stakeholders to support prevention, outreach, and early intervention efforts as requested.

Professional Development & Leadership

• Demonstrate ongoing professional growth through continuing education, peer review, and engagement in evolving best practices.
• Provide mentorship, guidance, or training to students, trainees, or early-career clinicians as appropriate.
• May contribute to clinical operations, onboarding, and workflow coordination as requested.

Decision Making & Scope

• Functions with substantial independence in clinical and operational decision-making within scope of licensure.
• Manages complex clinical presentations requiring integration of medical, psychological, academic, and social factors.
• Contributes to system-level improvements in care delivery, workflow, and student access to services as requested.

Required Qualifications

• Education & Experience:
  • Advanced degree plus at least 4 years of experience, or
  • Terminal degree plus at least 1 year of experience
• Licensure (one of the following):
  • Licensed Physician Assistant (PA) with psychiatric/mental health experience
    OR
  • Licensed Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN), Nurse Practitioner, with mental health specialization
  • Current licensure to practice in the State of Minnesota
• Must be available to work 1,376 hours during the academic year and up to 160 hours (20 days) during the summer.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience working with college-aged or young adult populations
• Experience in providing crisis care, and in same-day access environments
• Experience in integrated or collaborative care settings
• Strong commitment to culturally responsive and equity-focused care

Physical Requirements

Core requirements include standing and walking for up to 10 hours, bending, stooping, and performing repetitive movements like CPR and documenting in the electronic health record (EHR), and acquiring patient vital signs.

Hearing and Visual:

• Hear in situations when not able to see mouth (when masks are being used)
• See information up to 24 inches away (monitors, computer screens, skin conditions) and objects up to 20 feet away (patient in room)

Reading and Math

• Read and understand written documents (charts, orders, flow sheets, graphics)

Critical and Analytical Thinking

• Analyze and interpret abstract and concrete data and evaluate outcomes
• Problem-solve and prioritize tasks
• Ask questions and gather relevant information
• Think through solutions and conclusions and consider alternative systems of thought

Communication Skills, Emotional Stability, and Relationships

• Establish professional relationships and collaborate with others
• Adapt to changing environments/stress
• Cope with your own and others' emotions (patient upset, grieving, etc.)
• Respect/value cultural differences
• Speak and write in English

Pay Range Based on 100%-Time: $120k - $135k; depending on education/qualifications/experience.

Time Appointment: 10-Month, 87.5%-Time Appointment

Position Type: Faculty and P&A Staff

Please visit the Office of Human Resources website for more information regarding benefit eligibility.

The University offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Competitive wages, paid holidays, and generous time off
• Continuous learning opportunities through professional training and degree-seeking programs supported by the Regents Tuition Benefit Program
• Low-cost medical, dental, and pharmacy plans
• Healthcare and dependent care flexible spending accounts
• University HSA contributions
• Disability and employer-paid life insurance
• Employee wellbeing program
• Excellent retirement plans with employer contribution
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) opportunity
• Financial counseling services
• Employee Assistance Program with eight sessions of counseling at no cost
• Employee Transit Pass with free or reduced rates in the Twin Cities metro area

While our salary ranges provide a framework, it is important to note that most of the
time, the initial pay may not reach the maximum of the range. This approach ensures
that compensation reflects the value and unique contributions of each candidate while
maintaining equity within our organization. As part of our commitment to fair and
equitable compensation, please be aware that the salary offered to incoming candidates
will be based on their individual credentials and experience.

Applications must be submitted online. To be considered for this position, please click the Apply button and follow the instructions. You will be given the opportunity to complete an online application for the position and attach a cover letter and resume.

Additional documents may be attached after application by accessing your "My Job Applications" page and uploading documents in the "My Cover Letters and Attachments" section.

To request an accommodation during the application process, please e-mail jobcentr@umn.edu.

The University recognizes and values the importance of diversity and inclusion in enriching the employment experience of its employees and in supporting the academic mission. The University is committed to attracting and retaining employees with varying identities and backgrounds.

The University of Minnesota provides equal access to and opportunity in its programs, facilities, and employment without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, age, marital status, disability, public assistance status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or gender expression. To learn more about diversity at the U: http://diversity.umn.edu

Any offer of employment is contingent upon the successful completion of a background check. Our presumption is that prospective employees are eligible to work here. Criminal convictions do not automatically disqualify finalists from employment.

The University of Minnesota, Twin Cities (UMTC)

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At the University of Minnesota, we are proud to be recognized by Forbes as a Best Employer for Company Culture (2026), Best Employer for Women (2023, 2025, 2026), and Best Employer by State (2022-2026). In 2026, we also received Culture Excellence & Industry Awards recognition for employee appreciation and work-life flexibility.