Rachel Torres, MSN, RN, CPNP, is a board-certified pediatric nurse practitioner and health writer for Family Flourish. She earned her Master of Science in Nursing from Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing and has been practicing pediatric medicine for over 10 years. Rachel currently works at Children's National Hospital in Washington, D.C., where she specializes in developmental pediatrics and preventive care. She has cared for thousands of children from infancy through adolescence and has a particular interest in childhood nutrition, sleep health, and developmental milestones. Prior to becoming a nurse practitioner, Rachel worked as a pediatric ICU nurse at Duke University Hospital, an experience that deepened her commitment to child health education and prevention. She is certified in Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Neonatal Resuscitation (NRP). Rachel is passionate about empowering parents with accurate, evidence-based health information. She has contributed to Healthline, Verywell Family, and What to Expect, and has served as a medical reviewer for several parenting publications. Outside of work, Rachel enjoys hiking with her husband and two daughters, cooking family meals, and volunteering at her local community health clinic. Credentials & Certifications: - Master of Science in Nursing (MSN), Johns Hopkins University - Board-Certified Pediatric Nurse Practitioner (CPNP) - Registered Nurse (RN) - Maryland and D.C. - Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) - Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP) Professional Memberships: - National Association of Pediatric Nurse Practitioners (NAPNAP) - American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) - Affiliate - Sigma Theta Tau International Honor Society of Nursing
