Raquel Raoul a resident of Poughkeepsie, has joined the Ronald McDonald House of the Greater Hudson Valley Board of Directors, which is made up of 14 members from Westchester, Putnam, Dutchess counties and Connecticut. Raoul currently serves as a director of nursing at Maria Ferari Children”™s Hospital at Westchester Medical Center in Valhalla. She holds a master”™s degree in nursing, bachelor”™s degree in finance and brings nine years”™ experience in pediatric and adult nursing specialties and leadership roles. Prior to her career in nursing, Raoul held positions in the financial industry working with Morgan Stanley Dean Witter and other local banks.
“Ronald McDonald House holds a very special place in my heart since we were guests a few years ago when my daughter was a patient at the hospital,” said Raoul.
Ronald McDonald House of the Greater Hudson Valley provides families with children facing medical challenges an atmosphere of comfort, hope and courage, keeping them close to the care and resources they need. It is located on the campus of Westchester Medical Center.