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Roxborough Memorial Hospital Welcomes Rachael Cirone, MSN, FNP-BC, to Roxborough Memorial Hospital’s Urgent Care
Philadelphia, PA (March 19, 2024) — Roxborough Memorial Hospital announced today that Rachael Cirone, MSN, FNP-BC, has joined Roxborough Urgent Care as a nurse practitioner.
Cirone brings her expertise as a skilled family nurse practitioner to Roxborough Urgent Care, where she provides urgently needed medical care to patients of all ages. She previously served in the same capacity at Everest Urgent Care in Upper Darby, PA., and honed her skills in diagnosing and treating acute illnesses. Before working at Everest Urgent Care, she had a rich history of experience in the healthcare industry. She worked as a registered nurse at two esteemed institutions: the Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia and the Cancer Treatment Centers of America at Eastern Regional Medical Center. At these hospitals, she honed her skills in various acute care units.
“We are delighted to welcome Rachael to Roxborough Urgent Care,” said Shawn Parekh, CEO, Roxborough Memorial Hospital. “With a wealth of experience and a dedication to patient-centered care, she brings a valuable set of skills and expertise to our team. We are confident that she will make significant contributions to our mission of providing high-quality healthcare to our community.”
Cirone received her Bachelor of Science in Nursing degree from Drexel University and a Master of Science in Nursing degree from Villanova University.
“I am committed to providing compassionate and efficient care to each individual who walks through our doors, ensuring they receive the attention and treatment they deserve,” added Cirone. “I want to serve as a partner in promoting good health throughout the community.”
Cirone’s memberships include the American Association of Nurse Practitioners, American Nurses Association, Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society, and the Oncology Nursing Society. She is the recipient of Villanova University’s Distinguished Achievement in Academics and Villanova University’s Dean’s List Scholarship, the DAISY Award for Extraordinary Nurses, and Drexel University’s Dean’s List Scholarship.
For more information about Roxborough Urgent Care or to schedule an appointment, call (267) 766-6321.
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About Roxborough Memorial Hospital: Roxborough Memorial Hospital is a 131-bed community hospital. The hospital has been serving the medical and health care needs of the Roxborough, Manayunk, East Falls and northwest section of Philadelphia communities for more than a century, having first opened its doors in 1890. Roxborough Memorial Hospitals School of Nursing has been educating nurses since 1898. The hospital is accredited by the Joint Commission on the Accreditation of Healthcare Organizations, the nation’s oldest and largest hospital accreditation agency. As part of Prime Healthcare Services, headquartered in Ontario, California, Roxborough Memorial Hospital is focused on becoming one of the leaders in technology.
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