Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner

Job Overview

The Student Health and Counseling Center is seeking a State of Alaska licensed Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner for a part‑time, term‑exempt position. The role focuses on supporting students through assessment, diagnosis and treatment of behavioral health needs in a student‑centered environment.

• Conduct assessments and screenings for a broad range of acute and chronic mental health conditions.
• Diagnose and treat mental health conditions independently, including prescribing and managing psychiatric medications.
• Order and interpret laboratory tests in compliance with CLIA standards.
• Coordinate referrals with primary care and specialty providers.
• Provide crisis intervention and maintain timely, accurate electronic medical record documentation.
• Lead health education and prevention initiatives in partnership with campus and community partners.

• Master’s degree in Nursing from an accredited postsecondary institution and five years relevant postgraduate professional experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• OR Doctorate in a relevant field with clinical internship and four years relevant postgraduate professional experience, or an equivalent combination of training and experience.
• Appropriate state licensure required; active RN license, Master’s or Doctoral degree (MSN/DNP/PMC) from an accredited program.
• Certification in a specialty area (e.g., ANCC or AANP) and a Federal DEA number for prescribing medications may be required.
• Advanced knowledge of general medicine and behavioral health, with the ability to evaluate and treat complex cases.

This is a part‑time, term‑exempt staff position with a competitive salary and a full employee benefits package that includes retirement options, annual leave, 12 paid holidays per year, tuition waivers for employees and family members, and affordable medical, dental and vision care coverage. New hires will be placed on the UA Staff Salary Schedule, Grade 82, based on education and experience.

Applications will be reviewed on a rolling basis until a successful candidate is identified. If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact Michele Bach at mmbach.

The University of Alaska is an Equal Opportunity/Equal Access Employer and Educational Institution. The University is committed to a policy of non‑discrimination against individuals on the basis of any legally protected status.

The successful applicant must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction; applicants requiring visa sponsorship are not eligible. A background check is required; any offer of employment is contingent upon successful completion of the check.

The University of Alaska (UA) reserves the right to require employees to work on‑site at UA facilities. Hybrid and remote work may be approved for employees based in Alaska at the University's discretion. Remote work for employees based outside the State of Alaska may be approved only in exceptional circumstances or when required by the position's job duties.