Family Nurse Practitioner - Master of Science in Nursing
Grand Canyon University
Phoenix, AZ06-2025
Alyssa Cooper
Lakewood,CO
Summary
Dynamic Family Nurse Practitioner (August 2025) with over 12 years of diverse nursing experience across 14 healthcare systems and 11 specialties. Recognized for exceptional adaptability, strong communication skills, and a collaborative leadership style that fosters teamwork and innovation. Committed to advancing preventive care, patient education, and holistic health promotion to ensure a comprehensive approach to wellness.
Education
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
Clarke University
Dubuque, IA05.2013
Certification
- FNP-C, AANPCB (August 2025) Certification # F08250511
- Registered Nurse
Iowa State Board of Nursing, #13423
Colorado Board of Nursing, #1704164
- Current AHA PALS, ACLS & BLS Certifications
- Member of American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP), American Nurses Association, and Colorado Nurses Association
Work History
12-1900
12-1900
12-1900, 12-1900
06.2024 - 06.2025
12-1900
Pre-Op/PACU/Sedation Staff RN
Highline South Ambulatory Surgery Center
06.2022 - Current
- Administered conscious sedation for 500+ outpatient procedures, including pain injections and urology interventions, demonstrating advanced patient assessment and clinical judgment.
- Delivered high-quality, patient-centered care, achieving 99% patient satisfaction and ensuring comfort and safety.
- Mentored new staff and reinforced compliance with sedation protocols and safety standards, quality improvement leader.
Travel RN, Remote Telemetry
University of Colorado Resource Department
10.2021 - 05.2022
- Monitored remote telemetry for 1000+ patients, ensuring early detection of clinical changes and enhancing safety across multiple care settings.
- Provided virtual urgent care support, streamlining patient triage and improving efficiency in delivering timely interventions.
Travel RN, Emergency Department
University of Colorado Anschutz
10.2020 - 08.2021
- Delivered emergency care in a Level I Trauma Center across triage, trauma bays, behavioral health, and observation units.
- Assisted with life-saving procedures (CPR, intubation, defibrillation) in high-acuity cases.
- Developed strong critical thinking, communication, and patient education skills under pressure.
Skills
- Charge Nurse & Mentorship
- Behavioral health management
- Acute care in adult and pediatric settings
- Pain assessment expertise
- Electronic Health Records (EHR) Proficiency
- Cultural Competency
- Adaptability & Team-work
- Electrocardiogram analysis
- Innovative thinking skills
Previous Travel & RN Roles (2013 – 2020)
- Tucson Medical Center – Emergency Department, Travel RN
- Mayo Clinic Hospital, Saint Mary's Campus – Emergency Department, Staff RN
-Contributed to the Joint Commission Committee, implementing initiatives that improved quality ratings by 10%.
-Pioneered a mindfulness program for stress reduction, resulting in a 50% decline in reported patient symptoms.
- University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics – Neuroscience/Neurology PCU, Travel RN
- Mayo Clinic, Rochester, MN – EMR EPIC RN Consultant
- University of Virginia Health System – Cardiac Telemetry, Travel RN
- Providence Alaska Medical Center – PCU & MICU, Staff RN
- Goose Creek Correctional Facility – Inmate Emergency Response & Infirmary Care, PRN Staff RN
- Alpenglow Short Stay Assisted Living, Anchorage – Post-Surgical Orthopedic Care, Travel RN
- Iowa Lutheran Hospital – Substance Abuse & Neuro Telemetry, Travel RN
- Kaiser Permanente, Los Angeles & Sacramento – Med-Surg Telemetry & Trauma, Travel RN
- Mercy Medical Center, Des Moines – Cardiac Telemetry & Post-Op Cardiac Surgery, Staff RN
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate