Bsn Rachel Newman Silk - Mph, Rn

Rachel Newman Silk has a diverse work experience in the healthcare field. Rachel started their career in 1999 as a Program Officer for HIV/AIDS at FHI 360, where they worked until 2002. From 2004 to 2005, they served as a Clinical Nurse II in the Emergency Department at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital. Rachel then worked as a Clinic Nurse at Bread for the City from 2005 to 2007, providing healthcare services to patients. Rachel furthered their career as a Public Health Nurse, focusing on communicable diseases, at the Arlington County Health Department from 2007 to 2008. During this time, they also worked as an After Hours Nurse at Capital Caring. In 2008, Rachel transitioned to SAIC-Frederick as a Clinical Research Nurse, before becoming a Nurse Administrator at Leidos Biomedical Research (formerly SAIC-Frederick) in 2009, where they worked until 2014. Finally, Rachel joined the Institute of Human Virology at the University of Maryland School of Medicine in 2014, where they initially served as a Program Manager/Nurse Coordinator and then took on the role of Director of Clinical Research Operations in 2018.

Rachel Newman Silk has an extensive education history in the field of healthcare. Rachel obtained their Bachelor's Degree in Economics from the College of the Holy Cross from 1989 to 1993. Rachel then pursued further education at the University of Virginia, earning another Bachelor's Degree in Nursing between 2002 and 2004.

Additionally, Rachel attended Emory University School of Public Health from 1996 to 1998, where they obtained a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree, specializing in International Public Health/Health Education.

In addition to their educational achievements, Rachel has also obtained several notable certifications. Rachel became a Certified Clinical Research Coordinator from the Association of Clinical Research Professionals in March 2014. Furthermore, they achieved the AIDS Certified Registered Nurse credential from the Association of Nurses in AIDS Care/HIV/AIDS Nursing Certification Board (HANCB) in May 2010.

Overall, Rachel's education and certifications highlight their commitment and expertise in healthcare, encompassing public health, nursing, clinical research, and specialized knowledge in AIDS care.