Clare Akers

Motivated and caring nurse with a passion for caring for patients and families through education and advocacy. Efficient communicator, a strong advocate for patients, and a team player who is yearning to broaden her competencies and experience as a NICU RN. Passionate about broadening health care’s positive impact on minority communities and culturing a positive learning environment for all.

Registered Nurse, UNC REX NICU RN at UNC Medical System (2020-12 – 2022-10) • Bedside and delivery NICU RN at Level III within the UNC Medical System • Extensive experience with nursing management of well and sick term and premature infants Registered Nurse, Travel NICU RN at RTG Medical (2019-09 – 2019-12) • NICU RN at Swedish Medical Center, Seattle WA (Level IV) • Extensive care of premature infants and their development Registered Nurse, NICU at Seattle Children’s Hospital (2016-09 – Present) • Bedside experience at Level 4 regional ECMO and surgery center NICU • Completion of a 6-month Nurse Residency Program • Vast experience with highly complex patients and social situations • Preceptor for new grad nurse

Master of Science in Nursing in Nursing Education – Duke University (2018-09 – 2021-05)

Bachelor of Science in Nursing and Spanish – University of Portland (2013-01 – 2016-05)