Full Job Description
Hennepin Healthcare (a subsidiary corporation of Hennepin County) is a public, integrated system of care that includes HCMC, a nationally recognized Level I Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center. The comprehensive healthcare system includes a 473-bed academic medical center, a large outpatient Clinic & Specialty Center, and a network of primary and specialty care clinics throughout Hennepin County. We partner with our community, our patients, and their families to ensure access to outstanding care for everyone while improving health and wellness through teaching, patient and community education, and research. Learn more here.
We believe equity is essential for optimal health outcomes and are committed to achieve optimal health for all by actively eliminating barriers due to racism, poverty, gender identity, and other determinants of health. We are deeply committed to the goals of health equity and antiracism by teaching and working in an environment characterized by celebrating diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging. Applicants from diverse backgrounds or historically under-resourced communities are especially encouraged to apply.
Hennepin Healthcare has an opportunity for a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant in our Inpatient Psychiatry Unit. This is a full-time (1.0 FTE) position working Monday-Friday days.
RESPONSIBILITIES INCLUDE:
- Provide direct Psychiatric care to assigned patients on the Inpatient Unit
- Work collaboratively and in consultation with the medical staff as indicated by the patient’s health status and medical condition
- Assess patients and prescribe appropriate medications according to prescribing authority protocol
- Order, conduct, and interpret tests
Minimum Qualifications:
- Masters degree in Mental Health Nursing or Physician Assistant studies from an accredited institution
- Current Minnesota license to practice as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) or Physician Assistant (or eligibility)
- If APRN, certification in Psychiatry by an agency authorized to certify professional nurses in advanced practice
- Completion of mandatory psychopharmacological coursework
Preferred Qualification:
- Previous experience working in Mental Health
Hennepin Healthcare benefit offerings (0.50 FTE or greater) include: several medical insurance plans to select from, dental insurance, generous 401(a) company contribution and paid time off, annual Business Expense Account dollars, time off for Continuing Medical Education, and more. As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, Hennepin Healthcare is a qualifying employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness program. Our Office of Professional Worklife and other institutional supports are available to help with your sense of wellness. It is our firm belief that we must attend to our own well-being before we can care for others. As the practice of medicine can be as intense and stressful as it is rewarding, we are committed to supporting and promoting your well-being.
Hennepin Healthcare is one of the few organizations in the Twin Cities with an Advanced Practice Professional Center dedicated to the growth and support of APPs. The APP Center leadership members work together to promote and advocate for the 300+ APPs at the organization. In addition to offering professional development, free ME opportunities, and ongoing communication to all APPs, the APP Center includes a lounge exclusive to APPs with a work room, conference room and snack/beverage area.
Offers of employment from Hennepin Healthcare are conditional and contingent upon successful clearance of all background checks and pre-employment requirements. Positions at Hennepin Healthcare are credentialed through the Office of the Medical Staff according to their policies.
Standard Hours/FTE Status: FTE = 1.00 (80 hours per pay period)