My name is Riley Aguiar, and I’m from Cape Cod, Massachusetts. I am currently a sophomore in the College of Nursing at the University of Massachusetts Dartmouth. My passion for nursing stems from my fascination with the human body, my determination to help those in need, and my experiences growing up around nurses. Having spent time in and out of hospitals due to my medical issues, I am deeply committed to connecting with patients and making them feel safe. I grew up with an older sister and two younger brothers, both of whom are on the autism spectrum. My brothers have been my greatest inspiration, showing me how to persevere through challenges. From them, I’ve learned valuable skills such as patience, interpreting body language, and the importance of being gentle and kind. These childhood experiences have shaped me into the compassionate and empathetic person I am today, qualities that I believe will make me an effective and caring nurse.

• Server

  Restaurants · Popponesset Inn-New Seabury

  Jan 2023 – Jan 2024

• Advocacy
• Volunteering

• Cheerleading

  Varsity

  2017 – 2023

• Assistant

  Volunteering · Kenneth C. Coombs School

  2023 – 2023

  Mission:

  Aiding the school nurse in documenting, taking temperatures, and administering medications ● Discuss with children on how they felt and assisted on making a care plan moving forward ● Learned the importance of documenting when it comes to children and as a nurse