JENNIFER BERRIER
N. Las Vegas,NV
Summary
To obtain a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree in order to advance clinical leadership, strengthen evidence-based practice, and improve healthcare quality and patient outcomes through system-level change, interprofessional collaboration, and scholarly practice.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse / Family Nurse Practitioner (Active Duty Officer)
United States Air Force
03.2025 - Current
- Practice in a Family Medicine clinic providing comprehensive primary care to Air Force dependents and military retirees. Deliver preventive care, chronic disease management, acute care, health promotion, and readiness-related evaluations. Collaborate within interdisciplinary military healthcare teams to support mission readiness, quality improvement initiatives, and adherence to military medical standards and operational requirements.
Nurse Practitioner
Optum Urgent Care – Colorado Springs, CO
06.2022 - Current
- Provide advanced practice care in a high-volume outpatient urgent care setting. Evaluate, diagnose, and manage acute illnesses and injuries across the lifespan. Perform minor procedures, prescribe medications, order and interpret diagnostic studies, and deliver patient education while ensuring safe, efficient, and evidence-based care.
Nurse Practitioner
Peak Vista Community Health Centers – Colorado Springs, CO
09.2019 - 06.2022
- Delivered comprehensive primary care in a federally qualified health center serving diverse and underserved populations. Managed acute and chronic conditions, preventive health services, women’s health, and care coordination. Emphasized population health, health equity, and patient-centered care.
Registered Nurse (Part-Time)
Peak Vista Community Health Centers – Colorado Springs, CO
08.2017 - 08.2019
- Performed clinical nursing duties including triage, medication refills, referrals, immunization administration, patient intake, and care coordination. Supported providers and clinical teams to optimize patient flow and ensure continuity of care.
Nurse Practitioner
Denver Reception and Diagnostic Center – Denver, CO
03.2019 - 06.2019
- Provided primary and urgent care services within a correctional healthcare environment. Conducted comprehensive assessments, chronic disease management, medication management, and coordination of specialty referrals while maintaining compliance with correctional healthcare standards.
Registered Nurse, Cardiology Clinic
Evans Army Community Health Center – Fort Carson, CO
10.2016 - 08.2017
- Supported cardiology services through patient assessment, EKG acquisition, and assistance with diagnostic and interventional procedures, including stress testing, cardiac CTA, tilt-table testing, bubble studies, and cardioversions. Provided discharge education, follow-up coordination, and patient counseling.
Registered Nurse (Per Diem)
Vascular Center of Colorado – Colorado Springs, CO
10.2014 - 11.2016
- Delivered perioperative nursing care for vascular and cardiac procedures. Conducted pre- and post-procedure assessments, monitored patients using specialized equipment, managed post-operative pain, and provided discharge education to patients and families.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Saint Francis Medical Center – Colorado Springs, CO
12.2012 - 11.2016
- Practiced in a Trauma Level III emergency department delivering high-acuity, time-sensitive care. Performed comprehensive assessments, implemented individualized plans of care, assisted with bedside procedures and moderate sedation, and collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to ensure safe patient outcomes.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department (PRN)
Evans Army Community Hospital – Fort Carson, CO
10.2013 - 09.2014
- Provided emergency nursing care in a Trauma Level IV emergency department. Conducted rapid assessments, assisted with procedures, coordinated referrals, and supported discharge planning in collaboration with providers and interdisciplinary staff.
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Southwest Medical Center – Lawton, OK
12.2011 - 08.2012
- Delivered emergency nursing care in a Trauma Level III setting, functioning in both staff and leadership roles. Assisted with complex patient care, supervised team members, and supported departmental operations to maintain high standards of care.
Registered Nurse, Medical/Surgical & Oncology
Parkview Medical Center – Pueblo, CO
05.2010 - 07.2011
- Provided comprehensive nursing care to medical-surgical and oncology patients. Managed medication administration, intravenous therapy, blood products, wound care, admissions, discharges, and interdisciplinary communication to support continuity of care.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing - Adult Gerontology Acute Care & Family Nurse Practitioner
Colorado State University–Pueblo
08.2018
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
Chamberlain College of Nursing (Online)
02.2016
Associate Degree in Nursing - undefined
Pikes Peak Community College
Colorado Springs, CO05.2010
Certification
- Registered Nurse – Colorado Board of Nursing
- Nurse Practitioner (APN) – Colorado Board of Nursing
- Nurse Practitioner – RXN – Colorado Board of Nursing
- Family Nurse Practitioner – American Academy of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) | Active through June 2028
- Basic Life Support (BLS) – American Heart Association | Expires August 2025
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) – American Heart Association | Expires August 2025
Timeline
Advanced Practice Registered Nurse / Family Nurse Practitioner (Active Duty Officer)
United States Air Force
03.2025 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Optum Urgent Care – Colorado Springs, CO
06.2022 - Current
Nurse Practitioner
Peak Vista Community Health Centers – Colorado Springs, CO
09.2019 - 06.2022
Nurse Practitioner
Denver Reception and Diagnostic Center – Denver, CO
03.2019 - 06.2019
Registered Nurse (Part-Time)
Peak Vista Community Health Centers – Colorado Springs, CO
08.2017 - 08.2019
Registered Nurse, Cardiology Clinic
Evans Army Community Health Center – Fort Carson, CO
10.2016 - 08.2017
Registered Nurse (Per Diem)
Vascular Center of Colorado – Colorado Springs, CO
10.2014 - 11.2016
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department (PRN)
Evans Army Community Hospital – Fort Carson, CO
10.2013 - 09.2014
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Saint Francis Medical Center – Colorado Springs, CO
12.2012 - 11.2016
Registered Nurse, Emergency Department
Southwest Medical Center – Lawton, OK
12.2011 - 08.2012
Registered Nurse, Medical/Surgical & Oncology
Parkview Medical Center – Pueblo, CO
05.2010 - 07.2011
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
Chamberlain College of Nursing (Online)
Associate Degree in Nursing - undefined
Pikes Peak Community College
Master of Science in Nursing - Adult Gerontology Acute Care & Family Nurse Practitioner
Colorado State University–Pueblo