Kelly Albert, DNP, APRN-CNP
Certified Nurse Practitioner
kellya@irismentalhealthmn.com | (952) 479-5978
“There is hope in healing and my hope is to be able to come alongside my patients in their journey towards healing and wellness.”
Nkemdilim (Kelly) Igbokei Albert, DNP, APRN is a board-certified Family Nurse Practitioner with extensive nursing experience in a variety of healthcare settings and specialized training in psychiatric mental health. She recently completed her post-graduate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP) certificate at Winona State University.
Dr. Albert has experience caring for patients across the lifespan, with a particular interest in supporting adolescents and adults with their mental health and overall well-being. Her psychiatric experience includes comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and medication management for individuals experiencing anxiety, depression, ADHD, trauma-related symptoms, PMDD, and other mood and mental health concerns. She also has a special interest in women’s and perinatal mental health.
Dr. Albert is passionate about helping patients manage both mental health and chronic medical conditions in ways that support their overall quality of life and ability to live lives that feel meaningful to them. Her approach is patient-centered and collaborative, recognizing patients as active partners in their care. She emphasizes education, shared decision-making, and individualized treatment planning to help patients make informed decisions about their health.
Dr. Albert provides comprehensive health and psychiatric assessments and medication management for patients ages 8 and older. Dr. Albert is fluent in Spanish and is able to provide care in both English and Spanish.
Location: Dr. Albert currently offers appointments primarily via telehealth only.
Education:
Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP), Winona State University
Post-Graduate Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner Certificate, Winona State University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN), Metropolitan State University, St. Paul, Minnesota
Advanced Training/Certification:
Board-Certified Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP-C)
PSI Perinatal Mental Health 2-Day Certificate Course
PSI Advanced Perinatal Mental Health Course
License information:
Minnesota Certified Nurse Practitioner (CNP) License #10643
Minnesota Registered Nurse (RN) License #2462747
Specialties:
Mood & anxiety disorders
Preventative care and education
Women’s health
PMS/PMDD
Chronic medical conditions
Why did you become a nurse practitioner? As someone managing a chronic medical condition myself, my aspirations regarding getting into the medical field began at a young age. It has always been my desire to help people get through some of the most challenging times of their lives and to see others battling with chronic illness thrive. I started out my journey as a medical surgical nurse and have since worked in various settings including home care, hospice, outpatient bariatrics, ICS and group home settings, outpatient primary care, and more recently inpatient mental health. I have also spent a portion of my career trying to give back and helping educate future nurses through precepting, as a clinical instructor for a local community college, and teaching fundamental nursing and certified nursing assistant courses.
What are your interests outside of work? Outside of work, I enjoy spending time with family and friends and learning how to make new recipes. I also enjoy traveling and taking care of my health by exercising and getting outdoors.
Do you have any pets? I currently have a 2-month-old puppy named Fritz. He is a Golden Retriever and brings great joy to our family. He also keeps us on our toes!
What do you like to listen to or read? I like to listen to SEU and Hillson worship as well as other artists such as The Lumineers, Coldplay, and SZA. In addition, I love reading a good fiction novel about almost anything.