Patricia Abbott
About Patricia Abbott
Patricia Abbott is an Assistant Professor and Nurse Practitioner with extensive experience in nursing education and healthcare policy advocacy. She currently serves at Brandman University and the University of Colorado, focusing on inter-professionalism and nursing leadership to enhance patient outcomes.
Work at University of Colorado
Patricia Abbott has served as an Assistant Professor and Nurse Practitioner at the University of Colorado since 2015. In this role, she contributes to the education of nursing students and engages in clinical practice. Her focus includes enhancing inter-professional collaboration among healthcare providers and promoting optimal nursing leadership. Abbott's work aims to improve patient outcomes through effective nursing practices.
Education and Expertise
Patricia Abbott holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) in Nursing Science from the University of Washington, which she completed from 2006 to 2009. She also earned a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) and a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from California State University, Fresno, studying from 1981 to 1983 and 1973 to 1977, respectively. Her educational background underpins her expertise in nursing and healthcare policy advocacy.
Background
Patricia Abbott has a diverse professional background in nursing and healthcare education. She worked at the University of Washington as a Lead Health Care Specialist in the Emergency Department from 1997 to 2010. Prior to her current position, she was an Adjunct Faculty member at Seattle University from 2010 to 2012 and at Brandman University - Chapman University System since 2013. Additionally, she practiced as a Nurse Practitioner at Us Health Works Medical Group from 2009 to 2013.
Achievements in Nursing Leadership
Patricia Abbott has over 15 years of experience in managerial roles within the nursing field. She has successfully implemented initiatives to improve access to quality care by optimizing the utilization of nurse practitioners. Abbott is actively involved in advocating for healthcare policies that enhance the nursing profession and serves as co-chair of the Governmental Affairs and Policy committee in the Colorado Nurses Association.
Advocacy for Healthcare Policies
Patricia Abbott is dedicated to advocating for healthcare policies that support the nursing profession. She actively engages in efforts to ensure that nurses have a voice in the political process. Her commitment to professionalism within nursing includes promoting the roles of Registered Nurses (RNs) and Nurse Practitioners (NPs) through patient education and inter-professional collaboration.