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Accomplishments
Certification
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Rachel Edelman

Rachel Edelman

Fairfax,CA

Summary

Registered Nurse with experience as a medic in the Israeli Army, a school nurse, and in home health care. Skilled in emergency response, care coordination, and delivering patient-centered support across diverse populations and settings. Extensively trained in mental health, including Hakomi Mindful Somatic Psychotherapy and trauma-focused approaches with the Sensorimotor Psychotherapy Institute. Dedicated to integrating medical expertise with trauma-informed, holistic care

Overview

25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

NeuroRestorative – Subacute Nurse Per Diem

Sevita
08.2025 - Current

Provided skilled nursing care for adults with complex medical and traumatic conditions in a residential setting. Delivered support for patients with respiratory, cardiac, neurologic, and orthopedic needs. Experienced in:

  • Ventilator and tracheostomy care, including weaning
  • Spinal cord and brain injury rehabilitation
  • Complex wound, cardiac (LVAD), and pulmonary care
  • Support for neuromuscular disorders and congenital anomalies

Home Health Nurse Per Diem

Care Link
03.2025 - Current
  • Skilled in comprehensive patient assessments and care planning
  • Medication administration and management (oral, IV, injections)
  • Wound care (dressing changes, infection prevention, VAC therapy)
  • Chronic disease management (diabetes, COPD, CHF, hypertension)
  • Pain management and palliative care support
  • Monitoring vital signs and patient progress
  • Post-surgical recovery support
  • Skilled in tracheostomy and G-tube care
  • Infusion therapy (IV antibiotics, hydration, TPN)

School Nurse Per Diem

RO Health
03.2025 - Current
  • Administered medication to students as prescribed by physicians to provide necessary treatment and manage health conditions.
  • Monitored ongoing medical conditions such as asthma or diabetes 1, G Tube, seizures; adjusting care plans accordingly to maintain optimal student wellness levels.
  • Supported students with special needs by coordinating individualized healthcare plans and working closely with the interdisciplinary team.

Medic

Army
07.2000 - 08.2003
  • Served as a medic in the army for 3

Army Nurse, Israel Defense Forces (IDF)

Provided comprehensive nursing care in high-pressure environments, including emergency, trauma, and field medicine.

Managed acute and chronic conditions, administered medications, and performed advanced clinical procedures.

Trained and supervised medics and junior staff, ensuring adherence to strict medical protocols.

Coordinated patient care and evacuation logistics in both clinical and field settings.

Education

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

East Bay State University
Hayward, CA
01.2022

Bachelor of Arts -

UC Berkeley
Berkeley, CA
01.2017

Graduate Certificate - Somatic Psychotherapy /Mindfulness/ Trauma Therapy

Hakomi Institute And Sensori Motor Psychotherapy
San Francisco, CA
12-2010

Skills

Management of Type 1 Diabetes, including insulin administration and glucose monitoring

G-tube care and feeding, including troubleshooting and safe nutritional support

Seizure recognition and emergency response, including rescue medication administration

Development and oversight of Individualized Healthcare Plans (IHPs) for students with complex needs

Neuro - Restorative care for patients with brain and spinal cord injuries; support for neurologic, respiratory, and cardiac conditions

Skilled in crisis intervention, trauma-informed care, and mental health support

Home health nursing experience, including wound care, chronic disease management, and patient/family education

Strong collaboration with families, educators, and multidisciplinary healthcare teams to promote safety and learning

Accomplishments

  • Implementation - Assisted in implementation of new tracking system that resulted in improved patient care, Israeli army medic.

Certification

  • Care of Adults I Practicum Summit Hospital Oakland
  • Care of Adults II Practicum Kaiser Oakland
  • Psych/Mental Health Regional Medical Center
  • Preceptorship Life Long

LANGUAGES

English Advanced
Hebrew Advanced

Timeline

NeuroRestorative – Subacute Nurse Per Diem

Sevita
08.2025 - Current

Home Health Nurse Per Diem

Care Link
03.2025 - Current

School Nurse Per Diem

RO Health
03.2025 - Current

Medic

Army
07.2000 - 08.2003

Bachelor of Science - Nursing

East Bay State University

Bachelor of Arts -

UC Berkeley

Graduate Certificate - Somatic Psychotherapy /Mindfulness/ Trauma Therapy

Hakomi Institute And Sensori Motor Psychotherapy

Hobbies and Interests

Mental Health, Medical Surgical, pediatrics, women's health

Dance, Hiking, Pilates and Yoga