Welcome

I’m Jennie Bata, a dual-certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP) and Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). My journey began on a rural farm in Northeast North Dakota, where I was inspired by my grandmother and aunts, whose nursing passion for caring deeply shaped my path. Over the years, I’ve progressed through every stage of nursing — from CNA and LPN to RN (ADN and BSN), ultimately earning my credentials as a Family Nurse Practitioner and Doctor of Nursing Practice.

Early in my career, I gained valuable experience in long-term care and surgical nursing, with a focus on orthopedics and neurosurgery. After becoming an FNP, I spent 14 years at North Dakota’s Life Skills and Transition Center, where I provided primary/psychiatric care for individuals dually diagnosed with mental illness and intellectual and/or developmental disabilities. During this time, I developed a strong foundation in working with individuals on the autism spectrum, gaining insights into how to support their unique strengths and challenges. It was also in this setting that my interest in mental health deepened, leading me to pursue my certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner.

In 2023, I moved to Northern Minnesota and began working in an outpatient mental health setting, continuing my commitment to whole-person care. With dual licensure and broad clinical experience, I take a holistic, integrative approach—addressing both physical and mental health as essential parts of well-being. I believe healing is not one-size-fits-all, and I work closely with each individual to build a personalized path toward balance, resilience, and a more fulfilling life. Whether you’re managing a physical condition, facing mental health challenges, or simply striving to feel more grounded and whole, I’m here to support you every step of the way.

When I’m not working, I love spending time with my family and our two dogs—a golden retriever and a mini golden doodle—soaking up the simple joys of everyday life.

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Education:

LPN - Northwest Technical College - East Grand Forks, MN (1998)

RN ADN - Northland Technical College - Theif River Falls, MN (2000)

RN BSN - University of North Dakota - Grand Forks, ND (2003)

Family Nurse Practitioner - Graceland University - Independence, MO (2008)

Doctor of Nursing Practice - St. Scholastica, Duluth, MN (2014)

Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner - Purdue, West Lafayette, IN (2024)