Abbie Parra
Granite Falls,WA
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse with extensive experience in diverse acute care clinical settings. Skilled in developing patient education plans and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to enhance treatment strategies. Focused on providing high-quality, patient-centered care and ensuring effective communication for optimal health outcomes.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Providence Regional Medical Center Everett
Everett, Washington
05.2025 - 08.2025
- Delivered direct patient care across multiple departments and facilities, ensuring comprehensive support and continuity.
- Assessed patient conditions and monitored behaviors to effectively communicate critical observations and concerns to supervising physicians.
- Adhered to safety protocols while providing direct patient care.
- Educated patients and their families regarding treatments, procedures, medications, and discharge planning.
- Provided compassionate end-of-life care for terminally ill patients and their families.
Travel Nurse, Float Pool
Aya Healthcare
01.2025 - 04.2025
- Administered medications and treatments to patients, monitoring responses to ensure optimal care.
- Assessed patient conditions by taking vital signs and evaluating symptoms to determine appropriate treatment.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement effective treatment plans.
- Documented patient interactions and interventions in EPIC EMR to maintain accurate patient records.
Travel Nurse, Med-Surg Telemetry
Aya Healthcare
02.2024 - 11.2024
- Continuous cardiac monitoring on appropriate patient groups, using clinical judgment to provide patient care.
- Documented patient interactions and interventions in EPIC EMR, ensuring accurate and timely records for ongoing patient care.
- Educated patients and families on medications, treatments, and lifestyle changes to empower them in managing their health conditions effectively.
- Facilitated therapeutic communication and conflict resolution, redirecting negative behaviors to enhance patients' coping abilities and emotional well-being.
Travel Nurse, Telemetry
Aya Healthcare
09.2023 - 12.2023
- Managed recovery of patients from medical or surgical procedures, ensuring optimal care transitions.
- Collaborated with healthcare team to plan and implement effective treatment strategies.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Advocated for patients under care using clinical expertise and firsthand knowledge.
Travel Nurse, Med-Surg
Aya Healthcare
05.2023 - 08.2023
- Administered medications and treatments while monitoring patient responses to optimize care.
- Assessed patient conditions by taking vital signs and evaluating symptoms to determine appropriate treatment.
- Built rapport with patients and families to gather comprehensive medical history and identify care needs.
- Documented patient interactions and interventions in EPIC EMR to ensure accurate medical records.
Travel Nurse, Med-Surg Telemetry
Aya Healthcare
01.2023 - 04.2023
- Administered medications and treatments while closely monitoring patient responses to ensure safety and efficacy.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to create tailored treatment plans, improving patient outcomes.
- Documented treatments delivered, medications and IVs administered, discharge instructions, and follow-up care.
- Educated patients and families on medications, treatments, and lifestyle changes to enhance understanding and management of conditions.
Travel Nurse, Med-Surg
IDR Healthcare
07.2022 - 12.2022
- Provided medical care to patients across diverse settings, ensuring high-quality care tailored to individual needs.
- Administered medications and treatments, monitoring patient responses to ensure optimal recovery.
- Educated patients and families about medications, treatments and lifestyle changes to better understand and manage the condition.
- Documented patient interactions and interventions in EPIC EMR, enhancing continuity of care.
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
Forrest General Hospital
07.2019 - 06.2022
- Delivered care and support to patients recovering from cardio-thoracic procedures and dealing with acute episodes of chronic conditions.
- Empowered patients with resources and knowledge for accelerated and sustained recovery.
- Clarified course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers using straightforward language.
- Contributed to evidence-based practice, nursing competency development, and nursing simulation activities.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Southern Mississippi
Hattiesburg, MS05-2019
Associate of Science - Nursing
Meridian Community College
Meridian, MS05-2017
Skills
- Pharmaceutical administration
- Telemetry monitoring
- Thorough patient assessments
- EPIC charting
- Care plan development
- Patient advocacy
- SBAR communication
Certification
ACLS
BLS
NIHSS
Timeline
Registered Nurse, Float Pool
Providence Regional Medical Center Everett
05.2025 - 08.2025
Travel Nurse, Float Pool
Aya Healthcare
01.2025 - 04.2025
Travel Nurse, Med-Surg Telemetry
Aya Healthcare
02.2024 - 11.2024
Travel Nurse, Telemetry
Aya Healthcare
09.2023 - 12.2023
Travel Nurse, Med-Surg
Aya Healthcare
05.2023 - 08.2023
Travel Nurse, Med-Surg Telemetry
Aya Healthcare
01.2023 - 04.2023
Travel Nurse, Med-Surg
IDR Healthcare
07.2022 - 12.2022
Registered Nurse, Cardiac Telemetry
Forrest General Hospital
07.2019 - 06.2022
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
University of Southern Mississippi
Associate of Science - Nursing
Meridian Community College