Elena Geiger-Simpson

Dr. Geiger-Simpson is a Clinical Associate Professor and accomplished Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner in the School of Nursing, specializing in child and adolescent mental health care. She holds a clinical practice at the Masonic Institute for the Developing Brain (MIDB) and is recognized for her person-centered, evidence-based, holistic approach to patient care. Her expertise spans psychiatric mental health nursing, interprofessional collaboration, and academic instruction. Dr. Geiger-Simpson's ability to seamlessly integrate clinical experience with teaching has made her a sought-after educator, known for creating engaging learning environments that foster critical thinking and lifetime learning.

Dr. Geiger-Simpson is actively involved in interprofessional practice in both the classroom and clinical settings. Her research focuses on youth coping and resilience. She contributes to the field through national presentations, research collaborations, and leadership as the president of the Minnesota Chapter of the American Psychiatric Nurses Association from 2022-2024. Her commitment to bridging theory and practice is evident in her mentorship of students, engagement in research, and dissemination of findings through publications and presentations. Dr. Geiger-Simpson's exceptional skills and dedication have been recognized with multiple awards, including two DAISY Awards for extraordinary nurses.

Clinics: Praestan Health; Board Certifications: Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner

Thought leaders, change makers, caregivers: A closer look at Luther nurses, Luther Magazine, 2018

Geiger-Simpson, E. K. "Psychopharmacology Review", MN NACNS Second Annual Pharmacology Symposium, Woodbury, Minnesota, May 01, 2020.

Geiger-Simpson, E. K. "The Roots of Anxiety", St. Michael’s Lutheran Church, Roseville, Minnesota, May 01, 2020.

Geiger-Simpson, E. K. "On Becoming a Preceptor: Survey Results and Program Development", International Society of Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurses Annual Conference: 360-Degree Person-Centered Care in 2020, San Antonio, Texas, March 01, 2020.

Geiger-Simpson, E. K. "The Impact of an Integrative DNP PMHNP Curriculum on the Clinical Practice of Graduates", International Society of Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurses Annual Conference: 360-Degree Person-Centered Care in 2020, San Antonio, Texas, March 01, 2020.

Geiger-Simpson, E. K. "Embedding Self-Care into a DNP PMHNP Curriculum", American Psychiatric Nurses Association Annual Conference, New Orleans, Louisiana, October 01, 2019.

Geiger-Simpson, E. K. "Translating Interprofessional Education into Psychiatric Practice Settings: Feedback from Graduates", International Society of Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurses Annual Conference, Charlotte, North Carolina, May 01, 2019.

Geiger-Simpson, E. K. "What Our PMHNP DNP Graduates Tell Us About Using Integrative Therapies in Clinical Practice", 3rd Annual International Integrative Nursing Symposium, Galway, May 01, 2019.

Peterson , B., (Presenter), Kaas, M., (Author), Geiger-Simpson, E., (Presenter) "Using Repeated Simulation to Enhance Interprofessional Education for Psychiatric/ Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Students", American Psychiatric Nurses Association (APNA), APNA, Columbus, Ohio, October 25, 2018.

Geiger-Simpson, E. K. "Lavender: A Scentsible Alternative for Sleep and Anxiety", Crossroads: Challenges in Critical Care Nursing, University Fall Symposium, St. Paul, Minnesota, November 10, 2017.

Geiger-Simpson, E. K. "Nurse Manager Panel", MSN Lunch and Learn Presentation, University of Minnesota-School of Nursing, Minneapolis, Minnesota, October 31, 2017.

Geiger-Simpson, E. K. "Mental Health and Homelessness", Our Saviour's Community Services Board Meeting, Minneapolis, Minnesota, May 08, 2017.

Geiger-Simpson, E. K. "Lavender: A Scentsible Alternative for Sleep and Anxiety", University of Minnesota-School of Nursing Research Day, University of Minnesota-School of Nursing, Minneapolis, Minnesota, April 28, 2017.

Geiger-Simpson, E. K. "Lavender: A Scentsible Alternative for Sleep and Anxiety", 2nd Annual International Integrative Nursing Symposium, Tucson, Arizona, April 04, 2017.

Geiger-Simpson, E. K. "Homelessness and Mental Health Services", ISIAH Forum for Legislative Leaders, Minneapolis, Minnesota, January 01, 2011.