Crandall Ross is an experienced educator in community and mental health nursing, with a background in teaching at both high schools and university nursing programs. Her extensive leadership and management experience spans acute care, long-term care facilities and home health agencies, where she has directed and overseen nursing departments. A lifelong learner and dedicated team player, Ross excels at building collaborative relationships with colleagues, administrators, and students. Passionate about nursing, she is committed to advocating for, supporting, and educating the next generation of leaders. Ross has consistently demonstrated a strong commitment to community, education, leadership and the empowerment of students and vulnerable populations.
Degrees
- BSN - DePaul University; Chicago, IL
- MPA - Roosevelt University; Chicago, IL
- MSN - Purdue Global University; West Lafayette, IN
Academic and Professional Highlights
Prior Positions
- Assistant Professor
- Director of Nursing Long-Term Care Facilities
- Education to Career Teacher (ETC) Chicago Public Schools (CPS)
- Home Health Supervisor
- Director of Med/Surg Services Chicago Osteopathic Hospital
- Supervisor of Acute Services Oak Forest Hospital
Areas of Research
- Leadership Psychiatric Specialty