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Denise Rapacz

Cleveland

Summary

Dedicated and experienced Family Nurse Practitioner with a strong foundation in pediatric orthopedic surgery, intensive care, and general pediatrics. Proven ability to deliver exceptional patient care, develop clinical protocols, and lead multidisciplinary quality improvement initiatives. Recognized for clinical excellence, leadership, and consistently achieving top-tier patient satisfaction ratings.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Family Nurse Practitioner

Akron Children's Hospital
Akron
03.2011 - Current
  • Perform comprehensive histories, physical exams, and develop treatment plans for pediatric orthopedic patients.
  • Order and interpret diagnostic tests, including imaging and labs.
  • Manage acute and chronic orthopedic conditions including fractures, scoliosis, sports injuries, and cerebral palsy.
  • Oversee pre- and post-operative care across outpatient and inpatient settings.
  • Lead protocol development for trauma and deformity-related quality improvement initiatives.
  • Conduct procedures such as cast wedging, suture removal, dressing changes, and pin/drain removals.
  • Precept and mentor new providers and clinical students.
  • Run pediatric sports medicine and ortho urgent care clinics

Registered Nurse

Cleveland Clinic Children's Hospital
Cleveland
12.2008 - 03.2011

Registered Nurse

Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital
Cleveland
01.2008 - 12.2008

Education

Master of Science - Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner Program

Case Western Reserve University
Cleveland, OH

Bachelor of Science - Sport Sciences

Ohio University
Athens, OH

Credentials

MSN, FNP-C

Leadership And Accomplishments

  • Team Lead, Trauma & Deformity Quality Initiative
  • Presenter, Morbidity & Mortality Conferences
  • Course Completed: Intelligence for Quality Improvement Leadership
  • Epic EMR Liaison - Orthopedics Department
  • Ranked Top 10% Nationally for Patient Satisfaction Scores

Certifications And Credentials

  • Certified Family Nurse Practitioner, #F0211169
  • Registered Nurse (RN), #338642
  • COA/ CTP, #12221
  • DEA Licenses, MR2539003 / XR2539003
  • National Provider Identifier (NPI), 1548559164
  • Certified Pediatric Nurse
  • Basic Life Support (BLS) Certified
  • CITI Certified (Research Ethics & Compliance)

Accomplishments


Published Author: Your Amazing Bones: How Healthy Bones Grow and How Broken Bones Heal
First Author: “A Standardized Algorithm for Supracondylar Humerus Fractures to Improve Efficiency and Reduce Narcotic Usage”
Co-Author:
“Implementation of Forearm and Wrist Treatment Algorithm…”
“Practice Patterns and Outcomes of Treating Anterior Knee Pain at a Single Pediatric Institution”
“Impact of Comorbid

Timeline

Family Nurse Practitioner

Akron Children's Hospital
03.2011 - Current

Registered Nurse

Cleveland Clinic Children's Hospital
12.2008 - 03.2011

Registered Nurse

Rainbow Babies & Children's Hospital
01.2008 - 12.2008

Master of Science - Nursing, Family Nurse Practitioner Program

Case Western Reserve University

Bachelor of Science - Sport Sciences

Ohio University

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