LEAH P. CRAFT
Lawrenceville
Summary
Compassionate Registered Nurse with extensive experience in direct patient care and critical assessment. Educates patients and families while maintaining accurate electronic health records. Expertise in medication administration and nursing assessment enhances patient outcomes through effective collaboration and innovative care strategies.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Shepherd Center
Atlanta
09.2025 - Current
- Assessed, planned, implemented, and evaluated nursing care for assigned patients.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders to ensure patient safety and compliance.
- Monitored vital signs and administered injections while assisting with medical procedures to support optimal patient outcomes.
- Utilized critical thinking to assess clinical situations promptly.
- Educated patients and families on health management and discharge instructions.
- Documented patient progress and care delivered in electronic health records to maintain accurate medical histories.
Clinical Research Nurse III, Neurology
Emory University SOM/Grady Memorial
Atlanta
07.2018 - 03.2025
- Coordinated patient enrollment for clinical trials, enhancing recruitment across multiple therapeutic areas.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and refine study protocols and guidelines, ensuring alignment with research objectives.
- Administered medications while monitoring patient responses during research studies.
- Educated patients on study procedures, clarifying risks and benefits to foster informed participation.
- Maintained accurate documentation of patient data and research findings.
Clinical Research Coordinator II, Neurology
Emory University SOM/Grady Memorial
Atlanta
10.2013 - 07.2018
- Coordinated initiation, management, and completion of clinical research projects to ensure adherence to protocols and timelines.
- Designed and implemented research studies to advance clinical investigation outcomes.
- Obtained written informed consent to ensure participant understanding and compliance.
- Conducted vital signs monitoring, EKGs, and phlebotomy for specimen collection and processing.
- Dispensed medications and tracked study drug accountability throughout trials.
Clinical Research Coordinator
Gwinnett Dermatology/Gwinnett Clinical Research Center, Inc.
Snellville
03.2012 - 10.2013
- Coordinated initiation, management, and completion of clinical research projects.
- Designed and implemented research studies to advance clinical knowledge.
- Secured written informed consent prior to procedures to ensure ethical compliance.
- Monitored vital signs, conducted EKGs, and performed phlebotomy for specimen collection and processing to support research integrity.
- Dispensed medications with meticulous tracking and accountability for study drugs to uphold safety standards.
Clinical Research Coordinator
Dekalb Neurology Associates, LLC/NeuroStudies.net, LLC
Decatur/Lawrenceville
06.2008 - 03.2012
- Coordinated initiation, management, and completion of clinical research activities to ensure adherence to protocols and timelines.
- Designed and implemented comprehensive research studies to achieve project objectives.
- Obtained written informed consent prior to all procedures to ensure ethical compliance.
- Monitored vital signs, performed EKG, conducted phlebotomy, and handled specimens to ensure participant safety and data integrity.
- Dispensed medications, tracked usage, and maintained accountability for study drugs to ensure compliance with regulatory standards.
Patient Care Technician (Emergency Department, Critical Care and Medical/Surgical Float Pool)
Gwinnett Medical Center
Lawrenceville
06.2005 - 06.2008
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient care delivery, contributing to better health outcomes.
- Monitored vital signs, reporting significant changes to healthcare providers.
- Assisted nursing staff in addressing daily patient care needs, enhancing overall patient experience.
- Maintained cleanliness and safety standards in patient rooms and equipment, promoting a safe healing environment.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Addison, IL06-2021
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Addison, IL05-2018
Bachelor of Journalism - English
University of Georgia
Athens, Ga.12-2000
Associate of Arts -
Truett McConnell
Watkinsville, Ga.05-1998
Skills
- Direct nursing care
- Nursing assessment
- Medication administration
- Patient care coordination
- Patient education
- Critical thinking
Certification
- Registered Nurse RN277340 - Issued May 2018. Expires January 2028.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Shepherd Center
09.2025 - Current
Clinical Research Nurse III, Neurology
Emory University SOM/Grady Memorial
07.2018 - 03.2025
Clinical Research Coordinator II, Neurology
Emory University SOM/Grady Memorial
10.2013 - 07.2018
Clinical Research Coordinator
Gwinnett Dermatology/Gwinnett Clinical Research Center, Inc.
03.2012 - 10.2013
Clinical Research Coordinator
Dekalb Neurology Associates, LLC/NeuroStudies.net, LLC
06.2008 - 03.2012
Patient Care Technician (Emergency Department, Critical Care and Medical/Surgical Float Pool)
Gwinnett Medical Center
06.2005 - 06.2008
Master of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Chamberlain University
Bachelor of Journalism - English
University of Georgia
Associate of Arts -
Truett McConnell