RACHEL RUSS
PORT JEFFERSON,US
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Laboratory Aide
Stony Brook University Hospital
Stony Brook, New York
09.2025 - Current
- Supported laboratory staff in sample preparation and analysis to facilitate accurate results.
- Ensured proper operation and cleanliness of laboratory equipment to maintain safety and reliability.
- Operated centrifuge for sample separation in laboratory setting.
- Removed hazardous materials and unused specimens and properly disposed of substances.
- Labeled lab specimens with precision to guarantee proper identification for future analysis.
Pharmacy Associate
Mather Hospital
Port Jefferson, US
12.2023 - Current
- Distribute medications hospital-wide, ensuring timely delivery and accurate inventory management.
- Managed medication returns and streamlined workflow for improved efficiency.
- Implement strategic inventory control measures, reducing waste and improving cost-effectiveness in pharmacy operations.
- Implemented inventory control measures to minimize waste and enhance cost-effectiveness in pharmacy operations.
- Fostered interdepartmental communication to optimize medication delivery timelines, supporting patient care and increasing staff satisfaction.
Lead Summer Camp Counselor
Long Island Child Care
Coram, US
07.2020 - 08.2023
- Led and coordinated group activities, engaging campers through coaching and active participation.
- Mentored junior counselors on effective child interaction, enhancing team cohesion and collaboration within camp.
- Fostered inclusive environment for diverse camper groups, tailoring activities to varied developmental stages and interests.
- Created a safe and engaging atmosphere through dynamic leadership in camp activities, facilitating camper growth and enjoyment.
- Developed creative group activities, adapting to different age groups and skill levels to maximize participation and learning outcomes.
- Partnered with fellow counselors to create cohesive team environment, sharing best practices and strategies for effective child interaction.
Education
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS - LIBERAL ARTS AND GENERAL STUDIES
Suffolk County Community College
Selden, NYHIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Earl L. Vandermeulen High School
NYSkills
- Group Instruction
- Problem Solving
- Adaptability
- Team Collaboration
- Conflict Resolution
Accomplishments
- Distribute medications hospital-wide, ensuring timely delivery and accurate inventory management.
- Manage medication returns, and workflow efficiently.
- Utilize pneumatic tube system for safe, rapid medication delivery to hospital floors.
- Implement strategic inventory control measures, reducing waste and improving cost-effectiveness in pharmacy operations.
- Foster interdepartmental communication to optimize medication delivery timelines, enhancing patient care and staff satisfaction.
- Organized and guided group activities by leading, coaching, and participating with campers.
- Mentored junior counselors, sharing best practices for child interaction and fostering a cohesive team environment within the camp structure.
- Fostered inclusive environment for diverse camper groups, tailoring activities to varied developmental stages and interests.
- Cultivated safe, engaging atmosphere through dynamic leadership in various camp activities, promoting camper growth and enjoyment.
- Developed creative group activities, adapting to different age groups and skill levels to maximize participation and learning outcomes.
- Partnered with fellow counselors to create cohesive team environment, sharing best practices and strategies for effective child interaction.
- Graduated with college honors designation in Liberal Arts from Suffolk Community College.
- Was a member of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society.
- Member of the Port Jefferson track team.
- Member of the Port Jefferson rowing team.
Timeline
Laboratory Aide
Stony Brook University Hospital
09.2025 - Current
Pharmacy Associate
Mather Hospital
12.2023 - Current
Lead Summer Camp Counselor
Long Island Child Care
07.2020 - 08.2023
ASSOCIATE OF ARTS - LIBERAL ARTS AND GENERAL STUDIES
Suffolk County Community College
HIGH SCHOOL DIPLOMA -
Earl L. Vandermeulen High School