Cynthia J. Crawford
Benbrook
Summary
A distinguished board-certified nursing leader, boasting over four decades of comprehensive experience in leadership roles, including Director, Manager, and Educator, that also circulates & scrubs most cases, dedicated to fostering exceptional patient care outcomes. My career is marked by a steadfast commitment to excellence in nursing education and leadership, underpinned by a master's degree in nursing.
Overview
41
41
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Traveling Nursing-Leadership
Multiple Travel Agencies
01.2024 - Current
Professor
Grand Canyon University
01.2017 - Current
- On-Line Instructor ‘Leadership and Vocation’
RN Medical Expert Witness
Independent Consultant
01.2006 - Current
- Serves as an expert witness on current and past cases defending RNs in the perioperative area
Manager II • Perioperative Services
Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital
01.2022 - 05.2024
- Working Manager that circulates and scrubs most cases
- Led the strategic oversight of Operating Room (OR), Sterile Processing Department (SPD), and surgery scheduling operations, ensuring adherence to all state and federal regulations, demonstrating exceptional compliance leadership.
- Directed a comprehensive review and analysis of medical records to ensure compliance with Medicare and Medicaid regulations
- Initiated and directed a robust data-metrics-KPIs program, resulting in substantial cost savings in OR waste, quantified by over $300,000 annually, showcasing adeptness in financial stewardship and operational excellence.
- Orchestrated transformative process improvement initiatives, including the creation of an innovative staffing matrix that significantly reduced call times and adeptly managed an SPD department crisis, leading to immediate and impactful operational enhancements.
- Accountable for vendor contracts, service agreements, capital budgeting, and purchasing.
- Accomplished the planning, design, and implementation of new ORs, SPD
- Improved morale between the OR and SPD departments, while raiding the employee participation and satisfaction scores, had held retention first-year employment at 92.3%
- Achieved the first prestigious 'AORN CNOR Strong' award for the organization.
- Directed the 'Periop 101' OR Residency program in collaboration with AORN, significantly advancing staff competency and operational efficiency, 'AORN CNOR Strong' award. Educated SPD personnel with yearly competency and certification 11/22/2019
- Held monthly educational/in-service
Director • Perioperative Services
Palo Pinto General Hospital
01.2019 - 01.2022
- Working Director that circulates and scrubs most cases
- Orchestrated comprehensive oversight of OR, SPD, PAT, Pre-Op, PACU, endoscopy, materials management, and surgery scheduling, ensuring stringent adherence to state and federal regulations, thereby upholding the highest standards of compliance.
- Championed fiscal stewardship and performance improvement strategies, achieving significant OR cost reductions, quantified by savings below the projected budget, demonstrating adept financial management and operational efficiency.
- Led a groundbreaking process improvement initiative, markedly enhancing efficiency and productivity, as evidenced by the complete eradication of Surgical Site Infections (SSIs) within twelve months and the reduction of Immediate Use Sterilization from 85% to 0% in three months, showcasing exceptional leadership in operational excellence.
- Accomplished the planning, design, and implementation of new ORs, SPD, and endoscopy suites.
- Culminated the prestigious 'AORN CNOR Strong' award for three consecutive years
- Successfully reduces Turnover rates from one hour to 15-20 minutes
Nurse Educator/Supervisor • Perioperative Services
Baylor Scott & White, Baylor All Saints Hospital
01.2014 - 01.2019
- Directed the 'Periop 101' OR Residency program in collaboration with AORN, significantly advancing staff competency and operational efficiency, developed simulation lab culminating in the prestigious 'AORN CNOR Strong' award for five consecutive years. Educated SPD personnel with yearly competency and certification
- Held monthly educational/in-service
- Organized and held CNOR Prep Course through CCI & CNOR
- Leadership/Management of daily operations of 17 OR suites day-to-day leadership in the OR, and SPD
- Orchestrated a pivotal initiative that eradicated Central Line-Associated Bloodstream Infections (CLABSI) from 3% to 0% in the OR, exemplifying exceptional leadership in patient safety and quality improvement.
- Implemented a comprehensive malignant hyperthermia protocol throughout the organization and system-wide.
- Achieved a significant reduction in Hospital-Acquired Pressure Injuries (HAUPIs) from 5% to 0% in 2019, demonstrating a commitment to healthcare excellence.
- Circulated & Scrubbed most all cases
Nurse Educator-RN • Perioperative Services
Baylor Scott & White, Baylor University Medical Center
01.2002 - 01.2014
- Spearheaded educational initiatives as an educator, preceptor, and mentor, significantly enhancing staff, interns, and externs' competencies in a Level I Trauma Center, directly contributing to the hospital's Magnet designation.
- Executed critical roles in surgical procedures, circulate & scrubbed, including cardiothoracic and organ transplants, by leveraging advanced nursing skills to ensure optimal patient outcomes and support evidence-based practices.
- Championed process improvements and led hospital committees as a Magnet Champion, achieving three Magnet designations and completing two research studies, which underscored a commitment to healthcare excellence and innovation.
- Circulates & Scrubs most all cases
Director • Perioperative Services
Brownsville Medical Center
01.1997 - 01.2002
- Working Director that circulates and scrubs most cases
- Leadership/Management of daily operations of 12 OR suites day-to-day leadership in the OR, SPD, pre-assessment testing, pre-op, PACU, materials management, and surgery scheduling.
- Accountable for unit Capital/budget goals and implementation. Process improvement through data analysis.
- Assisted with planning, design, and implementation of two new ORs and renovation of heart rooms.
- Collaborated with the Executive Leadership team, interdisciplinary teams, physicians, and staff to promote a safe, surgical environment with positive patient outcomes.
- Directed the 'Periop 101' OR Residency program in collaboration with AORN, significantly advancing staff competency and operational efficiency.
- Held monthly educational/in-service
RN Supervisor Gynecological Department
HCA Fort Worth
01.1985 - 01.1998
- RN circulator and scrub and LVN scrub
Nurse and EMT
Pro-Care Ambulance Service
01.1992 - 01.1997
Surgical First Assist
Fort Worth Surgical Associates
01.1994 - 01.1996
Education
Master of Science in Nursing -
Chamberlain College of Nursing
01.2013
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
Chamberlain College of Nursing
01.2010
Associate of Science in Nursing - undefined
New York Regent of Nursing
01.1998
Emergency Medical Technician - undefined
Tarrant College County District
01.1991
Emergency Medical Technician - undefined
Ozarka College
01.1978
Licensed Practical Nurse - undefined
Ozarka College
01.1978
Skills
- Budgeting and capital management
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Transformational leadership skills
- Technology integration
- Operational efficiency and management
- Staff retention
- Strategic planning and implementation
- Policy and process improvements
Affiliations
- AAMI – 2019 – present
- IAHCSMM – 2019 – present
- Concorde Surgical Technologist Program Advisory Board – 2018 – present
- NCSSBN – 2016 – present
- ANA – 2016 – present
- CCI CNOR Coach – 2015- present
- CNOR mentor-present
- MHAUS – 2015 – present
- Sigma Theta Tau Nursing Honors Society – 2010 – present
- CNOR Champion 2004-2014
- TCORN – 2004 – present
- AORN – 2004 – present
Certification
- Registered Nurse - Current
- BLS – Current
- ACLS-Current
- PALS-Current
- Certified Nurse Operating Room (CNOR) - Current
- Board Certified in Education – NPD-BC Current
- Certified Surgical Services Manager (CSSM) - Current
- Certified Registered Central Service Technician - Current
Publications
Crawford, C. (2009). Book review. Evidence-based practice. AORN Journal, 89(2), 426.
Awards
Excellence Service Award – 2010, 2011, 2015, 2018, Make a Difference Award – 2010, ASPIRE OR Research – 2008 – 2010, OR Magnet Champion – 2005 – 2012, Star Spirit Award – 2003, 2013, Top Ten Nurses – 1995
Timeline
Traveling Nursing-Leadership
Multiple Travel Agencies
01.2024 - Current
Manager II • Perioperative Services
Texas Health Arlington Memorial Hospital
01.2022 - 05.2024
Director • Perioperative Services
Palo Pinto General Hospital
01.2019 - 01.2022
Professor
Grand Canyon University
01.2017 - Current
Nurse Educator/Supervisor • Perioperative Services
Baylor Scott & White, Baylor All Saints Hospital
01.2014 - 01.2019
RN Medical Expert Witness
Independent Consultant
01.2006 - Current
Nurse Educator-RN • Perioperative Services
Baylor Scott & White, Baylor University Medical Center
01.2002 - 01.2014
Director • Perioperative Services
Brownsville Medical Center
01.1997 - 01.2002
Surgical First Assist
Fort Worth Surgical Associates
01.1994 - 01.1996
Nurse and EMT
Pro-Care Ambulance Service
01.1992 - 01.1997
RN Supervisor Gynecological Department
HCA Fort Worth
01.1985 - 01.1998
Bachelor of Science in Nursing - undefined
Chamberlain College of Nursing
Associate of Science in Nursing - undefined
New York Regent of Nursing
Emergency Medical Technician - undefined
Tarrant College County District
Emergency Medical Technician - undefined
Ozarka College
Licensed Practical Nurse - undefined
Ozarka College
Master of Science in Nursing -
Chamberlain College of Nursing
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