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University of Northern Iowa

Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

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A Psychiatry Nurse Practitioner provides mental health and nursing care to patients with psychiatric disorders, medical organic brain disorders or substance abuse problems. Diagnoses mental illness, develops treatment plans and prescribes medications. Teaches patient's family about the patient's condition. Works at hospitals with dedicated mental health unit, fully dedicated psychiatric hospital or in independent practice working from nursing homes and physicians' offices.

$134,059 / year median in Iowa

+15% projected growth

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Job Description

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Full Consideration Date:
08/12/2026
Job Description:
Primary Function:
Provides mental health assessment, diagnosis and treatment to student patients; provides patient education and promotes overall health; collaborates with other staff to develop and implement quality improvement programs and processes; and serves as a resource and provides in-service education to staff as needed.
Required Minimum Qualifications:
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) in Psychiatric Mental Health with national certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner by the American Nurses Credentialing Center; current State of Iowa medical license, or the ability to become licensed by the date of hire; and current DEA and Iowa Controlled Substance certificates required.
Preferred Qualifications:
Experience with electronic medical records preferred.
Position Details:
Job Category:
Professional and Scientific Type of Position:
Term appointment with an anticipated duration of two years. The appointment may be renewed beyond two years based on organizational needs and available funding.
Schedule:
This is a part-time position (24 hours per week) with an 11 Month service schedule. The service schedule follows the academic year, with the following time off: Thanksgiving week, winter break, and spring break.
Application Instructions:
All application materials received by August 12, 2026, will be given full consideration. Position will remain posted until filled. To apply for this position, please click on "Apply" and complete the Employment Application. The following materials must be attached when applying: 1) Resume 2) Cover Letter You will be presented with the opportunity to attach multiple documents when completing the application. Before submitting your online job application, ensure that ALL required materials listed above have been uploaded. Once your job application has been submitted, you cannot make changes. If you have questions regarding this application process, please email careers-support@uni.edu or call 319-273-2422.
Salary:
$68,000 to
Commensurate Pay Basis:
Salary Iowa's cost of living is among the lowest in the nation and the Common Sense Institute ranks Iowa #1 for paycheck stretch. UNI enhances this advantage with an excellent benefits package for eligible non-temporary positions. Visit our Compensation Tools page to explore your estimated total compensation, compare Waterloo-Cedar Falls cost of living to other major cities or review the paycheck stretch ranking details. Learn more about the Cedar Valley at https://livethevalley.com/. If you would like general assistance with the application process or an accommodation due to a disability, please contact Human Resource Services at hrs-employment@uni.edu or call (319) 273-2422. All offers of employment are contingent upon a background check that includes a review of conviction history. A conviction does not automatically preclude University employment. Rather, the University considers conviction information on a case-by-case basis and assesses the nature of the offense, the circumstances surrounding it, the proximity in time of the conviction, and its relevance to the position. UNI is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by federal and/or state law. Campus Security & Crime Statistics, in compliance with the Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act, information on crime statistics for recent years, Public Safety personnel and programs, building access, reporting crimes, safety suggestions, and policies, programs, and services regarding alcohol, drugs, and sexual abuse, is available in the UNI Annual Security and Fire Report. A paper copy is available from the Department of Public Safety, 030 Gilchrist Hall, University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, IA 50614. Department of Public Safety, 030 Gilchrist Hall, University of Northern Iowa, Cedar Falls, IA 50614. Welcome Message The University of Northern Iowa is hiring! Our continued success depends on hiring the most talented people we can. Please explore our current open positions and apply to those you feel best suit you, track your progress in the selection process, and continue to view new postings that may be of interest to you. Thank you for your interest in employment at UNI! About Us The University of Northern Iowa provides a high-quality and diverse educational experience, purposefully guiding students to find and develop their strengths and prepare them for success after college. The university's attractive size, approximately 9,200 students, allows UNI to offer faculty, facilities and academic choices characteristic of a much larger university while retaining a friendly, small-college atmosphere on a park-like campus. UNI has been consistently recognized as one of the "Best Midwest Universities" by U.S. News & World Report. Located in Cedar Falls/Waterloo, the campus is comprised of more than 40 buildings on 940 acres. Designated as a Best Place for Working Parents, UNI supports all individuals through family-friendly policies, practices and benefits. The University provides a comprehensive benefits package, enabling us to be highly competitive within the Cedar Valley and across the state.