Rachel Riggs
Granbury,TX
Summary
Family Nurse Practitioner student graduating May 2026 with comprehensive primary care clinical experience in rural North Texas. Background includes emergency department nursing and prior service as a U.S. Army combat medic, providing a solid foundation in acute care, clinical assessment, and patient education. Committed to delivering evidence-based, compassionate care to rural and underserved populations while continuing to grow as a new graduate provider.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
Work History
Staff Nurse, Emergency Department
Medical City Weatherford
Weatherford, TX
09.2025 - Current
- Administered emergency medical care to patients in high-pressure situations.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to optimize patient treatment plans.
Staff Nurse
University Medical Center – Urgent Care
Lubbock, TX
07.2024 - 05.2025
- Administered rapid, evidence-based interventions for acute medical conditions.
- Facilitated collaboration with providers to design and execute comprehensive care plans.
Staff Nurse
University Medical Center – NICU
Lubbock, TX
03.2023 - 09.2023
- Delivered specialized care to support the health and recovery of premature and critically ill neonates.
- Facilitated collaboration with neonatologists and care teams to develop comprehensive treatment plans.
Staff Nurse
University Medical Center – Interventional Radiology
Lubbock, TX
04.2021 - 03.2023
- Delivered comprehensive pre- and post-operative care to ensure patient safety during moderate sedation procedures.
- Monitored and managed patient transitions, focusing on safety and effective recovery outcomes.
Staff Nurse, Emergency Department
University Medical Center – Emergency Center
Lubbock, TX
06.2017 - 04.2021
- Provided comprehensive patient assessments and triage in fast-paced urgent care setting.
- Mentored junior nursing staff, fostering professional growth and enhancing team performance.
Health Care Specialist / Sergeant
U.S. Army & Texas Army National Guard
05.2009 - 04.2015
- Provided critical emergency and primary care to ensure patient health and safety in diverse settings.
- Facilitated first aid training for 300+ service members to enhance medical readiness.
Education
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner Candidate
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center
Lubbock, TX05-2026
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
University of Texas at Austin
12-2016
Skills
- CEN credential holder
- ACLS, PALS, NRP, and BLS certifications
- NIH Stroke Scale certification
- Bilingual communication: English and Korean
Timeline
Staff Nurse, Emergency Department
Medical City Weatherford
09.2025 - Current
Staff Nurse
University Medical Center – Urgent Care
07.2024 - 05.2025
Staff Nurse
University Medical Center – NICU
03.2023 - 09.2023
Staff Nurse
University Medical Center – Interventional Radiology
04.2021 - 03.2023
Staff Nurse, Emergency Department
University Medical Center – Emergency Center
06.2017 - 04.2021
Health Care Specialist / Sergeant
U.S. Army & Texas Army National Guard
05.2009 - 04.2015
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
University of Texas at Austin
Master of Science - Family Nurse Practitioner Candidate
Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center