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Jennifer Jimenez, MSN

DPC Family Medicine nurse practitioner, Valparaiso, IN

Dunes Family Clinic
5.0 (13 reviews)

Jennifer Jimenez is a nurse practitioner who has worked at Dunes Family Clinic, a direct primary care practice.

954 Eastport Centre Drive, Suite C, Valparaiso, IN 46383
At a glance
Practice model
Direct primary care membership, patients pay the practice directly
Languages
Spanish

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About Jennifer Jimenez

Jimenez earned a BSN at Goshen College in 2000 and has been a nurse since 2000. She earned an MSN in the family nurse practitioner track at Indiana University South Bend in 2012. She completed a post-master's psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner certificate at Indiana University in 2015 and a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree at Loyola University in 2021.

Jimenez has worked as a family nurse practitioner at Dunes Family Clinic, serving underinsured and uninsured patients. She has served as a Clinical Assistant Professor and coordinator of the Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner track at IU School of Nursing. She has served as owner and co-founder of Advanced Neuropsychiatric Services of Northwest Indiana.

Jimenez has organized health fairs and professional learning events, including the inaugural NWI Psych Summit 2024. She advises the Board of Directors for Hey U.G.L.Y!, a nonprofit anti-bullying campaign, and is active in community projects and forums. She speaks fluent Spanish and is an avid Cubs and softball fan.

Membership and fees

Dunes Family Clinic has a one-time enrollment fee of $125 per family, charged when membership is activated.

Individuals age 19 and under pay $35 a month with an adult membership.

Individuals age 20 and over pay $85 a month with an annual agreement.

The family plan costs $200 a month for two adults and unlimited dependent children under 20.

Membership covers comprehensive primary care services, and most in-office tests and procedures are included.

Services

Family nurse practitioner care
What family medicine doctors commonly treat

Education and credentials

Degree
DNP
College
Goshen College (BSN, 2000)
Graduate school
Indiana University South Bend (MSN, 2012) and Loyola University (DNP, 2021)
Other certification
Post-master's psychiatric mental health nurse practitioner certificate, Indiana University, 2015
Other certification
FNP-BC
Professional memberships
American Psychiatric Nurses Association and the Coalition of Advanced Practice Nurses of Indiana
License
Indiana
Board actions
Good standing (checked Nov 2026) None on record Verify with the Indiana State Board of Nursing
NPI
1346586112

Location

954 Eastport Centre Drive, Suite C, Valparaiso, IN 46383
Dunes Family Clinic practice page
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Recognition and research

Awards

Named Top 10 Nurse of the Year Northwest Indiana in 2020.

Teaching and research roles

Previously served as adjunct faculty for Purdue Northwest and IU South Bend.

Patient reviews

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Rated 5 out of 5

"Never makes anyone feel hurried or dismissed."

FMDD UserJun 2024
Rated 5 out of 5

"Takes the time to build a trusting relationship with patients."

FMDD UserMay 2024
Rated 5 out of 5

"Ensures thorough understanding of treatment plans."

FMDD UserMar 2024
Rated 5 out of 5

Promotes a sense of partnership

"Seeks to understand each patient's unique needs and promotes a sense of partnership with patients."

FMDD UserJan 2024

Questions patients ask

Does Dunes Family Clinic take insurance, or offer a membership?

Dunes Family Clinic runs as a direct primary care membership clinic. Patients pay the practice directly rather than through insurance companies.

How much does a membership at Dunes Family Clinic cost?

Individuals age 20 and over pay $85 a month with an annual agreement. Individuals age 19 and under pay $35 a month with an adult membership. The family plan costs $200 a month for two adults and unlimited dependent children under 20.

Is Jennifer Jimenez a doctor?

Jimenez is a nurse practitioner, not a physician. She completed a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree at Loyola University in 2021.

Where did Jennifer Jimenez train?

Jimenez earned a BSN at Goshen College, an MSN at Indiana University South Bend and a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree at Loyola University.

Does Dunes Family Clinic offer telehealth?

The practice offers telemedicine visits from a phone, and house calls are included when medically necessary.

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