Rita Nnenne Oparaocha

A results-oriented public health professional and researcher with strong analytical, research, and project management skills. Experienced in data collection, literature reviews, report writing, and coordinating interdisciplinary projects in healthcare and academic settings. Skilled at synthesizing findings, supporting program planning, and collaborating with teams to achieve project objectives in fast-paced, deadline-driven environments. A proactive and adaptable team player, committed to supporting healthcare programs, advancing public health initiatives, and delivering clear, actionable insights.

Interests: Community Health | Health Program Delivery | Research & Data Analysis | Project Coordination | Teaching & Mentorship | Collaborative Team Leadership | Evidence-Based Public Health

• American Public Health Association (APHA), 2025 - Present
• Asthma Awareness and Care Group (AACG), 2019 - Present
• Pharmaceutical Society of Nigeria (PSN), 2019 - Present

• Outstanding performance: Class Representative, Pharmaceutical Association of Nigerian Students, University of Nigeria Nsukka, 2014 - 2019
• Outstanding performance: Leadership award as Deputy Chief Intern, Pharmacy Department, Federal Medical Center Asaba, 2021
• Outstanding performance: Most versatile Pharmacy intern, Pharmacy Department, Federal Medical Center Asaba, 2021

• Oparaocha, R. N. (Lead Data Analyst and Literature Reviewer), Isah, A., Ofili, S. C., Aina, A. B., Ogbonna, J. E., Ibenekwu, C. S., Amaechi, V. C., Ukoha-Kalu, B. O. (2023). Quality of work life and job satisfaction among early-career pharmacists in Africa’s most populous country: A nationwide survey in Nigeria. Journal of Workplace Behavioral Health. https://doi.org/10.1080/15555240.2023.2284698
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• Akpandu-Okoro, R. N.,(Lead Researcher, Data Analyst, and Literature Review), Isiogugu, O. N., Ugwu, F. O., Ofokansi, M. N., Ogbue, C. O. (2020). Aqueous preparation of Zea mays (Poaceae) starch slurry offers some protection against experimentally induced ulcer. Trends in Natural Products Research Journal, 1(1). https://tnpr-napreg.com/wpcontent/uploads/2020/07/TNPR-6.pdf

• Oparaocha, R. N. (Co Researcher, Data Analyst, Literature Reviewer), Isiogugu, O., Ugwuoke, N., Okechukwu, O., Ugwu, F., Peter, I., Ofokansi, M., Alozie, E., Abonyi, C., Emencheta, S., Ogbue, O. (2023). Effect of Zea mays L. (Poaceae) starch slurry on the histopathological and biochemical changes in ethanol-induced ulcer and water immersion restraint stress-induced ulcer models in rats. Trends in Natural Products Research, 4, 90–106. DOI: 10.48245/tnpr-2734391.2023.4.206

• Public Perception about Vaccine Hesitancy in South Central Nebraska., American Public Health Association (APHA) Annual Meeting, 2025, Chief Presenter
• Prices, Availability, and Affordability of Selected Medicines for Asthma Management in Nigeria: A Nationwide Study., Clinical Pharmacists Association of Nigeria (CPAN) Conference, Lagos, Nigeria, 2024, Contributor
• Overview of Medications Used in Anesthesia: Costs and Their Impact on Patient Care., Department of Pharmacy, Federal Medical Center, Asaba, Delta State, 2021, Chief Presenter

• Effective Communication for Healthy Outcomes, Young African Leadership Initiative, 07/2022
• Innovations in Delivery of HIV Care, International Virtual Workshop, 06/2021
• CPR, AED, and First Aid Certification Course, National Health Care Provider Solutions, 09/2021
• Africans in STEM Virtual Symposium, Organized by African students in the United Kingdom, 04/2021
• Ethics and Epidemics: Caring in times of COVID-19, Harvard Medical School, 05/2020
• The Impact of COVID-19 in Pediatrics, Harvard Medical School, 05/2020

• Healthcare provider volunteer, Red Cross Society of Nigeria, 03/2022, 12/2023, Participated in medical outreaches, adult immunization education, and public health awareness campaigns targeting rural and underserved areas.
• Healthcare provider volunteer, Asthma Awareness and Care Group (AACG), 2019 - Present, Collaborated with other professionals to conduct community health education on Asthma in multiple rural and underserved regions.
• Student Pharmacist Volunteer, International Society for Health Economics and Outcomes Research (ISPOR), 2019, Engaged in public health outreach in rural and underserved communities.
• Team lead, Rotaract Club District 9142, 2014 - 2019, Participated in youth leadership and community service initiatives, focusing on health and education in rural and underserved communities.
• Class Representative, University of Nigeria Nsukka, 2014 - 2019, Represented peers, organized academic events, and facilitated communication between students and faculty.

• Teaching & Mentorship
• Volunteering In Health initiatives
• Reading
• Strategic problem-solving.
• Collaborative Team Leadership