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Washington University in St. Louis

Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant - Psychiatry

Salary$97k – $175k
LocationWashington University Medical Campus
Also inSAINT LOUIS, MO 63110
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityEntry
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 8, 2026 · 3d ago
Verified live1d ago
At a glanceSummarised by Seekless from the posting.
Must have6
Master's degree
Basic Life Support certification (Online Basic Life Support certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the Basic Life Support requirements)
Nurse Practitioner: Master of Science in Nursing with emphasis in the Nurse Practitioner program
Nurse Practitioner: Advanced Practical Nurse licensure (or ability to successfully obtain licensure within three months of date of hire)
Physician Assistant: Graduate of PA program
Physician Assistant: Current PA licensure to practice in the state of Missouri and/or Illinois, depending on location, or ability to obtain within three months of date of hire
Nice to have1
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with psychiatry experience
Skills
Epic EHR
Benefits
Vacation
Holidays
Sick time
Health insurance
Metro transit pass
Retirement plan
Wellness challenges
Health screenings
Mental health resources
Employee assistance program
Caregiver leave
Tuition assistance
Location
SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110
Scheduled Hours
40
Position Summary
Provides primary and/or specialty nursing and/or medical care in a variety of settings; works under physician oversight as required by state regulation.
The primary location is within St. Louis Children’s Hospital. This position includes 10-hour shift work a week on the consult service, assessing and providing treatment planning for patients presenting through the Emergency Department, responding to consults on the inpatient floor, and participating in other various activities throughout the hospital that align with advanced practice provider practice.
Job Description
Primary Duties & Responsibilities:
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Provides direct patient care to include obtaining patient history, performing patient assessment via observation, interview and examination; orders, performs and interprets diagnostic studies; performs preventative health assessments, screenings, immunizations and care; provides direct treatment and management of acute and chronic disease conditions; develops and implements patient-centered plan of care in collaboration with physicians, patients, consultants, nurses, ancillary care providers and others as appropriate to the patient’s condition.
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Manages health conditions via prescriptive authority or referral to other healthcare providers or community resources; may perform diagnostic or therapeutic interventions consistent with certification and state regulations.
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May bill for services covered by collaborative practice agreement.
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Provides counseling and education of patients and their families/caregivers concerning preventative health, treatment options and community resources.
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Monitors/ensures accuracy of patient medical records; maintains all required reports, records, statistics, etc.
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Maintains a safe, comfortable, and therapeutic environment for patients/families in accordance with established clinic/hospital standards.
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Provides management services for clinical research study projects; monitors participating subjects, including medication administration and family/patient education.
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Works in accordance with established departmental policies and procedures, objectives, quality assurance programs, and safety, environmental and infection control standards.
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Regularly participates in constant quality improvement and process improvement activities centered on the goal of providing exceptional, evidence-based patient care.
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Enhances professional growth and development through educational programs, current literature, in-service meetings and workshops.
Working Conditions:
Job Location/Working Conditions
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Normal office environment
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Exposure to blood-borne pathogens
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Exposure to chemicals
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Requires protective devices
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Dust, dirt, grease or other disagreeable elements
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Patient care setting
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Direct patient care setting
Physical Effort
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Typically sitting at desk or table
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Typically standing or walking
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Typically bending, crouching, stooping
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Using tools requiring high dexterity
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Occasional lifting (25 lbs or less)
Equipment
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Office equipment
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Lab/research equipment
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Clinical/diagnostic equipment
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties at any time.
Required Qualifications
Education:
Master’s degree
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
The list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may be required depending on the role.Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American Red Cross
Work Experience:
No specific work experience is required for this position.
Skills:
Not Applicable
Driver’s License:
A driver’s license is not required for this position.
More About This Job
Required Qualifications:
Nurse Practitioner
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Master of Science in Nursing with emphasis in the Nurse Practitioner program.
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Advanced Practical Nurse licensure (or ability to successfully obtain licensure within three months of date of hire).
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Certain/additional certifications may be necessary based on area of specialty.
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Basic Life Support certification (Online Basic Life Support certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the Basic Life Support requirements).
Physician Assistant
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Graduate of PA program.
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Current PA licensure to practice in the state of Missouri and/or Illinois, depending on location, or ability to obtain within three months of date of hire.
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Certain/additional certifications may be necessary based on area of specialty.
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Basic Life Support certification (Online BLS certifications, those without a skills assessment component, are not sufficient to meet the BLS requirements).
Preferred Qualifications:
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Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner or Physician Assistant with psychiatry experience is preferred for this position.
Preferred Qualifications
Education:
Master’s degree - Nurse Practitioner, Master’s degree - Physician Assistant Studies
Certifications/Professional Licenses:
Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Advanced Practice Nurse (APN) - Missouri Division of Professional Registration, Certified Nurse Practitioner - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Certified Nurse Practitioner - Missouri Division of Professional Registration, Physician Assistant - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation, Physician Assistant - Missouri Division of Professional Registration
Work Experience:
No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.
Skills:
Adaptability, Clinical Decision Making, Clinical Diagnostics, Communication, Customer Empathy, Detail-Oriented, Disease Management, Epic EHR, Family Support, HIPAA Compliance, Interpersonal Communication, Interpersonal Relationships, Multitasking, Organizing, Patient Care, Patient Education, Patient Evaluations, Patient Management, Pharmacology, Preventive Care, Psychiatric Care, Teamwork, Time Management, Working with Children
Grade
S31
Salary Range
$97,000.00 - $174,600.00 / AnnuallyThe salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by factors including one’s qualifications and performance, equity with others in the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department budget.
Questions
For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to our External Applicant FAQ.
Accommodation
If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an accommodation, please email [email protected] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.
All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of their job, absent undue hardship.
Pre-Employment Screening
All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful completion of required screening.
Benefits Statement
Personal
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Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.
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Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower copays/coinsurance.
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Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.
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WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b)) Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university contributions starting at 7%.
Wellness
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Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources, mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP), financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!
Family
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We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult care? We’ve got you covered.
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WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere after seven years with us.
For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit: https://hr.wustl.edu/benefits/
EEO Statement
Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race, ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.
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