Founded in 1863, Boston College is a Jesuit, Catholic university located six miles from downtown Boston with an enrollment of 9,484 full-time undergraduates and 5,250 graduate and professional students. Ranked 35 among national universities, Boston College has 888 full-time and 1,281 FTE faculty, 2,711 non-faculty employees, an operating budget of $1.4 billion, and an endowment in excess of $3.5 billion.

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Boston College is seeking a dedicated and skilled Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner to join our University Health Services team. This role is instrumental in supporting the mental health and well-being of our diverse student population, including undergraduates, graduate students, and student-athletes. The Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner provides high-quality psychiatric care, consultation, and health education, fostering academic and personal success in alignment with the University's mission of holistic student development.

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations, including diagnosis, treatment planning, and medication management.
• Provide ongoing mental health care, including crisis intervention, short-term therapy, and referrals to University
• Counseling Services or other specialists.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams, including primary care providers and athletic trainers, to create integrated treatment plans.
• Educate students on mental health topics through one-on-one appointments and workshops, promoting awareness and reducing stigma.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in electronic medical records, ensuring compliance with legal and medical standards.
• Participate in campus-wide wellness initiatives and provide training for staff on recognizing and addressing mental health concerns.

In order to create a more inclusive community within the Division of Student Affairs, each staff member is expected to support division and university-wide initiatives, staff events, and serve on committees as needed.

Full-Time Equivalent Hiring Range: $99,450 to $124,300; salary commensurate with relevant experience.

• Master's or Doctoral degree in Nursing with a specialization in Psychiatry.
• Active Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) license with Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) certification in Massachusetts.
• DEA registration for prescribing controlled substances.
• 3-5 years of experience in psychiatric mental health care, preferably with young adults or in a higher education setting.
• Strong skills in crisis management, mental health assessment, and treatment planning.
• Commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in mental health care.
• Teamwork and collaboration.
• Effective communication and active listening.
• Culturally sensitive care tailored to a diverse population.
• Openness to feedback and adaptability in dynamic situations.
• Proficiency in electronic medical record systems and standard office software.
• May involve evening or weekend hours for health promotion events, mental hall calls, or emergency coverage.