Dr. Steve Risch, DNP, APRN, RN, brings nearly 30 years of nursing experience to Cross Capital Health, including more than 20 years as a board-certified Clinical Nurse Specialist in Acute and Critical Care. His career has been built around caring for patients with complex medical needs, advancing the quality and safety of healthcare, and educating the next generation of healthcare professionals.

Steve’s extensive clinical background spans surgical and neurological intensive care, emergency medicine, Level I Trauma Centers, and university teaching hospitals. Throughout his clinical career, Steve has developed a deep understanding of the challenges patients and families encounter when navigating critical and acute healthcare needs.

In addition to his clinical expertise, Steve holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree with a focus on Healthcare Quality and Patient Safety and is board-certified in Adult Acute and Critical Care Nursing. He has led and contributed to numerous quality improvement and patient safety initiatives within hospital systems. Steve’s work has focused on pain management, delirium prevention, patient mobility, and the reduction of hospital acquired infections.

Steve’s commitment to advancing healthcare extends beyond clinical practice. He has been recognized for his contribution to numerous scholarly initiatives, including domestic and international publications, podium presentations, and poster presentations. Additionally, he serves as a Clinical Faculty Associate at both the University of Maryland and Johns Hopkins School of Nursing, where he contributes to the education and development of future nurses and healthcare professionals.

At Cross Capital Health, Steve brings his expertise, compassion, and confidence when helping patients and their families navigate the healthcare system. He is committed to prioritizing patient safety and individualized care, with the goal of helping each client better understand their healthcare needs to make informed decisions.