Rachel Bruck
Thornville
Summary
Compassionate and experienced Registered Nurse with 30+ years of expertise in pediatric critical care, behavioral health, nursing leadership, education, and care coordination. Board-certified in Psychiatric-Mental Health Nursing with a strong background in interdisciplinary collaboration, population health management, patient advocacy, and staff development. Recognized for leadership in complex clinical environments and commitment to improving patient and family outcomes.
Overview
32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Service Integration Coordinator
Nationwide Children's Hospital
01.2021 - Current
- Conduct patient and family assessments to determine case management and intervention needs.
- Utilize population health data to support patient monitoring and care management initiatives.
Nurse Educator – Behavioral Health Pavilion
Nationwide Children's Hospital
06.2019 - 08.2021
- Educated and mentored nursing staff within inpatient behavioral health services.
- Supported staff onboarding, competency validation, and professional development.
- Assisted with evidence-based practice initiatives and quality improvement efforts.
Clinical Leader – C5A
Nationwide Children's Hospital
03.2017 - 06.2019
- Provided clinical and operational leadership for inpatient nursing teams.
- Coordinated patient care delivery and supported clinical decision-making.
- Assisted with staffing coordination and interdisciplinary communication.
Clinical Leader – CTICU
Nationwide Children's Hospital
09.2013 - 03.2017
- Led nursing operations within the Cardiothoracic Intensive Care Unit.
- Supported high-acuity pediatric patient care and staff coordination.
- Served as a clinical resource for patient safety and quality care initiatives.
Clinical Instructor
Columbus State Community College
05.2005 - 12.2014
Registered Nurse – Float Pool
Nationwide Children's Hospital
10.1999 - 05.2014
- Delivered direct patient care across multiple inpatient specialties and clinical units.
- Adapted efficiently to varying patient populations and care environments.
Clinical Instructor
Chamberlain University
01.2011 - 05.2013
Registered Nurse – Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center
09.1996 - 10.1999
Registered Nurse – Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
Columbus Children's Hospital
05.1994 - 09.1996
- Provided critical care nursing for pediatric intensive care patients.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to deliver complex patient care.
Education
Master of Science in Nursing - MSN
Western Governors University
10-2021
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - BSN
Capital University
05-1994
Skills
- Behavioral Health
- Care Coordination
- Pediatric Nursing
- Population Health
- Clinical Leadership
- Staff Education & Mentorship
- Case Management
- Crisis Intervention
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
- Quality Improvement
- Critical Care Nursing
- Patient Advocacy
- Clinical Documentation
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), Ohio Board of Nursing, 251641
- Psychiatric-Mental Health Nurse – Board Certified (PMH-BC), 2021
- Basic Life Support (BLS), Current
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
- Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS)
- Therapeutic Crisis Intervention (TCI)
- Certified Case Manager (CCM)
Professional Highlights
- 30+ years of pediatric nursing experience
- Extensive leadership experience in critical care and behavioral health
- Strong background in staff education, mentorship, and clinical instruction
- Experienced in care coordination and population health management
- Dedicated advocate for patient- and family-centered care
Credentials
- MSN
- RN
- PMH-BC
Timeline
Service Integration Coordinator
Nationwide Children's Hospital
01.2021 - Current
Nurse Educator – Behavioral Health Pavilion
Nationwide Children's Hospital
06.2019 - 08.2021
Clinical Leader – C5A
Nationwide Children's Hospital
03.2017 - 06.2019
Clinical Leader – CTICU
Nationwide Children's Hospital
09.2013 - 03.2017
Clinical Instructor
Chamberlain University
01.2011 - 05.2013
Clinical Instructor
Columbus State Community College
05.2005 - 12.2014
Registered Nurse – Float Pool
Nationwide Children's Hospital
10.1999 - 05.2014
Registered Nurse – Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center
09.1996 - 10.1999
Registered Nurse – Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU)
Columbus Children's Hospital
05.1994 - 09.1996
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - BSN
Capital University
Master of Science in Nursing - MSN
Western Governors University