08/27/2026
Congratulations to OneFuture Alumna, Maritza Avila! 👏
A proud Indio High School graduate, Maritza has reached an exciting milestone by graduating from College of the Desert’s Nursing Program with her Associate Degree in Nursing (ADN)! 🎓💫
As a COD RN Expansion Scholar, Maritza was among the nursing students who benefited from the RN Expansion initiative – a collaborative investment by the Healthcare Workforce Leadership Roundtable to expand local nursing pathways and strengthen the future healthcare workforce in the Coachella Valley. ☀️
Before becoming a nurse, Maritza spent nearly 20 years working as a Veterinary Technician and Treatment Manager, building skills in critical thinking, compassionate communication, and patient care that have helped shape her journey into nursing. 🩺
Now a newly licensed Registered Nurse, Maritza is continuing her education toward a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) while pursuing her goal of building a career in acute care, with a particular interest in emergency or critical care nursing.
Congratulations on this incredible achievement, Maritza – we’re proud to be part of your journey!
🙌 Desert Sands Unified School District Desert Healthcare District Desert Care Network Eisenhower Health IEHP