Alyssa Schutz
Sault Ste. Marie,MI
Summary
Knowledgeable Nurse Practitioner with strong background in delivering engaging and comprehensive lectures. Consistently recognized for developing valuable course materials and fostering a stimulating learning environment. Demonstrated expertise in curriculum development and student mentorship.
Overview
1
1
Certification
15
15
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
My Michigan Sault – Long Term Care
03.2026 - Current
- Provide nursing care to long-term care residents.
- Administer medications and treatments per physician orders, ensure patient safety and compliance.
- Monitor vital signs and report changes to medical team for timely interventions.
- Supervisor: Shannon Beckman
Nursing Faculty – Lecturer
Texas A&M University
07.2023 - 05.2026
- Developed course curricula that align with departmental learning objectives and accreditation standards.
- Facilitated engaging lectures and discussions to enhance student understanding and critical thinking skills.
- Taught in the PMHNP & FNP program
- Supervisor: Dr. Lisa Haddad
- Other positions held: PMHNP Program Coordinator (2024- 2025)
Family Nurse Practitioner
Med Elite Medical Group LTC
09.2022 - 09.2023
- Conducted comprehensive patient assessments to develop individualized care plans for long-term care residents.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and care continuity.
- Supervisor: Dr. Jamie Goodman
Nursing Faculty - Clinical & Lab Instructor
College of the Florida Keys
08.2022 - 05.2023
- Developed and implemented laboratory curriculum aligned with academic standards.
- Facilitated hands-on experiments to enhance student understanding of scientific concepts.
- Taught in the ASN RN program
- Supervisor: Mark Roby
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Revive Medical Group – Tele Psychiatric Services
07.2021 - 05.2023
- Conducted comprehensive psychiatric assessments to develop individualized treatment plans.
- Prescribed appropriate medications while monitoring patient responses and adjusting dosages as necessary.
- Supervisor: Dr. Aneel Ursani
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Cerebral Mental Health Services – Tele Psych Services
11.2021 - 09.2022
- Conducted thorough psychiatric evaluations to accurately diagnose mental health conditions and inform appropriate treatment decisions.
- Streamlined medication management processes by regularly reviewing prescriptions for effectiveness, potential interactions, and side effects.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure holistic patient care and continuity of services.
- Educated patients and families on mental health conditions, treatment options, and coping strategies.
- Supervisor: Dr. Jeffrey Vernon
Family Nurse Practitioner
Loyal Source Government Services
09.2019 - 01.2022
- Performed comprehensive physical assessments, accurately diagnosing conditions, and determining appropriate interventions.
- Streamlined workflow processes to improve efficiency in patient care delivery within the facility.
- Led quality improvement initiatives that resulted in enhanced service delivery protocols and patient satisfaction rates.
- Supervisor: Eduardo Velazquez
Family Nurse Practitioner
Regency Integrated Healthcare Services LTC
09.2019 - 09.2020
- Implemented evidence-based practices for chronic disease management, improving patient health status.
- Educated patients and families on treatment options, medication adherence, and lifestyle modifications.
- Supervised nursing staff, providing mentorship to enhance clinical skills and professional development.
- Supervisor: Ken Irby
Family Nurse Practitioner
Be Well Clinic
09.2018 - 09.2019
- Handled complex cases involving multiple comorbidities effectively by employing critical thinking skills and seeking expert consultations when necessary.
- Ordered and interpreted diagnostic tests to develop and implement treatment plans.
- Performed patient physicals and compared and contrasted results with established medical records to provide proper diagnosis and facilitate appropriate treatment.
- Supervisor: Melecia Fuentes
Registered Nurse: Pediatric Home Healthcare
Aveanna Healthcare
03.2015 - 09.2018
- Delivered comprehensive patient care, ensuring adherence to established protocols and best practices.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patient responses and adjusting plans as necessary.
- Educated patients and families on health management, promoting self-care strategies and disease prevention.
- Supervisor: Joey Cavazos
Registered Nurse: PICU
Doctors Hospital at Renaissance Health System
09.2013 - 09.2017
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to prioritize nursing interventions based on patients'' acuity levels and individual needs.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and patient care plans.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care and optimize health outcomes.
- Supervisor: Andrew Kosko/Michelle Scurlock
Registered Nurse: Telephonic Case Manager
United Health Group
06.2016 - 03.2017
- Complete in-home assessments to determine medical necessity and need of special services for pediatric Medicaid patients. Work completed in home and telephonically.
- Supervisor: Mayra Dominguez
Certified Nursing Assistant
Franciscan St. Elizabeth Health, Lafayette, Indiana
04.2011 - 09.2013
- Assisted in the care and treatment of adult patients in an inpatient rehabilitation unit. Patients cared for included those who were healing from surgery, cerebrovascular accidents, traumatic brain injuries, and myocardial infarctions.
- Supervisor: Phyllis Holeman
Education
Post-Master’s certificate - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Edinburg, Texas05-2021
Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
Texas A&M University
College Station, Texas08-2018
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - RN
Saint Joseph's College
Rensselaer, Indiana07-2013
Core 40 High School Diploma - Academic Honors
North White High School
Monon, Indiana06-2008
Skills
- Academic writing
- Class management
- Course development
- Online class discussion
- Organization
- Student engagement
- Chronic disease management
- Preventive healthcare
- Interprofessional collaboration
- Patient education
Affiliations
- American Association of Nurse Practitioners
- Texas Nurse Practitioners
Published Works
Schutz, A. M., McKee, S., & Clements, P. T. Facing the silent crisis: Suicidal ideation and suicide in the nursing profession. Journal of the American Psychiatric Nurses Association.
Certification
- PMHNP w/prescriptive authority – TX, FL, MI
- FNP w/prescriptive authority – TX, FL, MI
- RN – Texas, Florida (Compact State License), Michigan
Timeline
Registered Nurse
My Michigan Sault – Long Term Care
03.2026 - Current
Nursing Faculty – Lecturer
Texas A&M University
07.2023 - 05.2026
Family Nurse Practitioner
Med Elite Medical Group LTC
09.2022 - 09.2023
Nursing Faculty - Clinical & Lab Instructor
College of the Florida Keys
08.2022 - 05.2023
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Cerebral Mental Health Services – Tele Psych Services
11.2021 - 09.2022
Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner
Revive Medical Group – Tele Psychiatric Services
07.2021 - 05.2023
Family Nurse Practitioner
Regency Integrated Healthcare Services LTC
09.2019 - 09.2020
Family Nurse Practitioner
Loyal Source Government Services
09.2019 - 01.2022
Family Nurse Practitioner
Be Well Clinic
09.2018 - 09.2019
Registered Nurse: Telephonic Case Manager
United Health Group
06.2016 - 03.2017
Registered Nurse: Pediatric Home Healthcare
Aveanna Healthcare
03.2015 - 09.2018
Registered Nurse: PICU
Doctors Hospital at Renaissance Health System
09.2013 - 09.2017
Certified Nursing Assistant
Franciscan St. Elizabeth Health, Lafayette, Indiana
04.2011 - 09.2013
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - RN
Saint Joseph's College
Post-Master’s certificate - Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP)
University of Texas Rio Grande Valley
Master of Science in Nursing - Family Nurse Practitioner (FNP)
Texas A&M University
Core 40 High School Diploma - Academic Honors
North White High School