Rachel Rankin
About Rachel Rankin
Rachel Rankin is a Clinical Care Extender with extensive experience in nursing education and clinical practice. She has worked at Samuel Merritt University since 2018, serving as a peer tutor and teaching assistant while also holding a position at COPE Health Solutions since 2015.
Current Role at COPE Health Solutions
Rachel Rankin has been employed at COPE Health Solutions as a Clinical Care Extender since 2015. In this role, she has accumulated nine years of experience in Oxnard. Her responsibilities typically involve supporting clinical staff and enhancing patient care through various healthcare initiatives.
Work at Samuel Merritt University
Rachel Rankin has been a student at Samuel Merritt University since 2018, contributing to her education in nursing for six years in Oakland. She serves as a faculty-endorsed peer tutor in multiple nursing subjects, including mental health, medical surgical nursing, critical care nursing, pediatric nursing, and maternity nursing. Additionally, she acts as a teaching assistant for mental health nursing and health assessment and nursing skills 1.
Educational Background
Rachel Rankin studied at the University of California, Santa Barbara, where she earned a degree in Biology/Biological Sciences from 2012 to 2016. This four-year program provided her with a foundational understanding of biological sciences, which supports her current work in the healthcare field.
Previous Experience in Healthcare
Prior to her current roles, Rachel Rankin participated in the Ignite program at Samuel Merritt University for three months in 2019. She also worked as a Precept at Washington Hospital Healthcare System for three months in 2019. These experiences contributed to her practical knowledge and skills in nursing.
Early Career Experience
In 2013, Rachel Rankin worked as a Sales Associate at Diane's Beachwear for three months in Del Mar. This role provided her with early work experience in customer service, which complements her current focus on patient care and support in healthcare settings.