Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
References
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Clinical Experiences
Languages
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Rachel Apore

Leominster

Summary

Dynamic Registered Nurse with a proven track record at UMass Memorial Leominster Health Alliance Campus, specializing in medical-surgical nursing and patient advocacy. Demonstrated expertise in medication administration and effective communication has led to significant enhancements in patient care strategies. Committed to delivering comprehensive and culturally-sensitive care, thriving within diverse team environments.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Registered Nurse

UMass Memorial Leominster Health Alliance Campus
01.2021 - 06.2024
  • Crafted detailed care plans for post-surgery recovery, acute illness treatment, and chronic disease management.
  • Delivered medications, IV fluids, and treatments with precise adherence to prescribed dosages.
  • Worked alongside diverse professional team to create comprehensive care strategies.
  • Communicated critical patient condition changes to physicians promptly.
  • Leveraged EMR systems like EPIC for medication documentation and charting.

Patient Care Associate

UMass Memorial University Campus
Worcester
08.2021 - 12.2021
  • Monitored and documented patients' vital signs to track health status.
  • Supported patients in maintaining personal hygiene through activities including dressing, bathing, and grooming.
  • Facilitated the safe transfer of patients to and from beds and wheelchairs.
  • Helped maintain a safe environment for the patient by ensuring that all medical equipment is functioning properly and securely stored when not in use.
  • Educated family members about prescribed treatments plans so they could be better prepared at home after discharge.

Patient Care Associate

Saint Vincent Hospital
Worcester
08.2021 - 12.2021
  • Consistently assessed and recorded patients' vital signs.
  • Helping patients with daily personal care tasks, like dressing, bathing, and grooming.
  • Assisting in safely moving and transporting patients, including help with getting in and out of beds or wheelchairs.
  • Provided guidance on treatment protocols to equip families with necessary post-discharge knowledge.
  • Procured required supplies continuously to ensure high-quality patient care.

Education

Bachelors of Science -

Fitchburg State University
Fitchburg, MA
05.2025

Associate of Science -

St. Joseph School of Nursing
Nashua, NH
04.2024

Skills

  • Medical-surgical nursing
  • Patient care and advocacy
  • Vital Signs Monitoring
  • Medication administration
  • Effective communication
  • Team Collaboration
  • Critical thinking and problem solving
  • Time Management
  • Culturally-sensitive care
  • Discharge coordination
  • Vaccine administration
  • Bilingual in English and Twi

Certification

  • Registered Nurse License, Massachusetts, #10009524
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification

References

Available upon Request

Emails

Rachelapore@gmail.com, rachel.apore@umassmemorial.org

Clinical Experiences

  • St. Joseph Hospital, Nashua, NH, Medical Surgical Progressive Care Unit, Patient care for 2-3 patients, including IVPB, PO, SQ medication administration, vitals, head-to-toe assessments, blood glucose test, bladder scan, straight catheter, Foley insertion/removal., Shadow experiences: ED, ICU, OR, Women’s shelter.
  • St. Joseph Hospital, Nashua, NH, Medical Surgical/Oncology Unit, Patient care for 2-3 patients, including IVPB, PO, SQ medication administration, vitals, head-to-toe assessments, blood glucose test, bladder scan, straight catheter, Foley insertion/removal., Team leader assignments included assisting peers with patients, assigning breaks, and blood glucose for all patients., Shadow experiences: L&D, Endoscopy, outpatient substance abuse facility.
  • St. Joseph Hospital, Nashua, NH, Acute Rehabilitation Unit, Patient care for 1-2 patients, including IVPB, PO, SQ medication administration, vitals, head-to-toe assessments, blood glucose test, bladder scan, straight catheter, Foley insertion/removal, and ambulation., Team leader assignments included assisting peers with patients, assigning breaks, and blood glucose for all patients., Shadow Experience: School Nurse.
  • Hillsborough County Nursing Home, Manchester, NH, Long-term Care Facility, Patient care for 1 patient assignment, including vitals, head-to-toe assessments, and ADL assistance.

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual
Twi
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Patient Care Associate

UMass Memorial University Campus
08.2021 - 12.2021

Patient Care Associate

Saint Vincent Hospital
08.2021 - 12.2021

Registered Nurse

UMass Memorial Leominster Health Alliance Campus
01.2021 - 06.2024
  • Registered Nurse License, Massachusetts, #10009524
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification
  • Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) Certification

Bachelors of Science -

Fitchburg State University

Associate of Science -

St. Joseph School of Nursing
Rachel Apore