Meet Alex Kirkpatrick
FOUNDER & OWNER | PATIENT FOCUSED SUPPORT, LLC
My name is Alexandria Kirkpatrick, MSN, APRN, A-GNP-C, BCPA. I am a Nurse Practitioner and Board-Certified Patient Advocate with eleven years of experience in healthcare.
I founded Patient Focused Support to empower patients and their families to make informed healthcare decisions and feel confident navigating an increasingly complex and fragmented healthcare system.
I believe every patient deserves to feel heard, understood, and supported throughout their healthcare journey. My goal is to provide compassionate, individualized guidance that helps patients and their loved ones better understand their healthcare options, communicate their needs, and navigate the challenges that can come with managing their health.
Through Patient Focused Support, I bring together my clinical experience, knowledge of the healthcare system, and passion for patient advocacy to help create a more informed and supportive healthcare experience.
My Professional Background
Throughout my career, I have had the opportunity to work in a variety of healthcare settings, giving me a broad understanding of patient care and the challenges individuals and families can face. My nursing experience includes working in intensive care (ICU), progressive care, and medical-surgical units, as well as outpatient cardiology.
As a Nurse Practitioner, I worked alongside a breast surgeon in Sedona, providing care and support to women diagnosed with breast cancer.
Over the past three years, I have expanded my professional experience by incorporating technology into patient care as a Virtually Integrated Care Nurse with Dignity Health. In this role, I have remotely supported patients at Yavapai Regional Medical Center in Prescott and Prescott Valley, as well as St. Joseph's Hospital and Medical Center in Phoenix.
These experiences have strengthened my understanding of the healthcare system from multiple perspectives and reinforced my commitment to helping patients and families feel informed, supported, and empowered.
My Approach to Patient Advocacy
Healthcare can be overwhelming, especially when navigating a new diagnosis, coordinating multiple specialists, or making important decisions about treatment and care. I believe patient advocacy starts with listening, understanding individual needs, and recognizing that every healthcare journey is different.
My approach is rooted in:
Compassion: Treating every individual with empathy, respect, and understanding.
Education: Helping patients and families better understand medical information and healthcare recommendations.
Communication: Encouraging clear communication between patients, families, and healthcare providers.
Empowerment: Supporting individuals in becoming active, informed participants in their healthcare.
Personalized Support: Providing guidance that considers each person's unique circumstances, concerns, and goals.
My mission is to help make healthcare feel less overwhelming and ensure you don't have to navigate it alone.
Education, Credentials & Certifications
Professional Certifications & Licensure
Adult-Gerontology Primary Care Nurse Practitioner (A-GNP-C), Board Certified by AANP – Licensed in Arizona
Registered Nurse – Licensed in Arizona
Board-Certified Patient Advocate (BCPA)
Certified Acute-Care Virtual Registered Nurse (CAVRN)
Education
Master of Science in Nursing – University of South Florida, Tampa, FL
Bachelor of Science in Nursing – Kent State University, Kent, OH
Bachelor of Science in Speech Pathology and Audiology – Miami University, Oxford, OH
Additional Certifications
Basic Life Support (BLS)
Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
A Little More About Me
Outside of my professional life, I enjoy spending time doing the things that bring me creativity, balance, and joy. Some of my favorite activities include bike riding, practicing yoga, sewing, painting, singing, and spending time watching the hummingbirds that visit my home.
I believe in finding balance, staying curious, and appreciating the little things in life. These values are also reflected in the compassionate and personalized approach I bring to my work
Whether you're navigating a new diagnosis, supporting a loved one, or simply looking for guidance through the healthcare system, I'm here to help you explore your options.
You don't have to figure everything out on your own. Let's start with a conversation.
Schedule your free 30-minute consultation and take the first step toward feeling more supported in your healthcare journey.