08/13/2026
Meet Rauchel Farris, FNP-C, CCRN, a nurse practitioner with KRMC’s Joshua Tree Pediatrics. Rauchel, who has worked at KRMC since 2009, began taking care of pediatric patients at the clinic eight years ago. During her time at the hospital, she has also worked as a critical care nurse in the ICU and will still work the occasional shift as one of the hospital’s house supervisors. Rauchel grew up in Kingman after her family moved from California when she was nine. She eventually graduated from Kingman High School and then earned her nursing diploma from Mohave College. Interestingly while there, she and three fellow Science Club members entered a contest to name the school's mascot. Their winning idea? The Bighorn Sheep. Rauchel said they chose the name because bighorn sheep are sure-footed and always striving to reach the highest point. While at Mohave College, she earned the All-USA Academic Scholarship which allowed her to attend Northern Arizona University and earn a bachelor’s degree in nursing. After graduating, Rauchel decided to continue her education by earning a master’s degree, also in nursing.
She said that when a position open at Joshua Tree Pediatrics, she was honored to join the team. “In pediatrics, you can make a difference with patients, inspire them and help them develop the habits which can result in a lifetime of good health. It is a great pediatric clinic and because of our team at Joshua Tree, I am able to provide excellent care.” Known for her collection of Disney trading pins, Rauchel often trades pins with her patients and celebrates their milestones along the way. After all, pediatrics is about more than treating illness. It's about building trust, encouraging healthy growth, and making every child feel special.
Outside of work, Rauchel serves on the board of Child&Family Resources, Kingman, an organization that provides free support and services to children, teens, and families throughout Arizona. She and her husband enjoy mountain biking, hiking, cooking, and spending time outdoors. And if she happens to cross paths with a bighorn sheep on one of her outdoor adventures, they might just share a knowing nod. After all, Rauchel helped give Mohave College its mascot.
