Barbara V. Crump, PhD, NP‑C, AOCNP
Dr. Barbara Crump, PhD, RN, AOCNP®, is a distinguished Doctor of Nursing and Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner with over 30 years of experience spanning oncology, palliative care, hospice, wellness, and nursing education. Known for her compassionate, evidence-based, and patient-centered approach, Dr. Crump has dedicated her career to improving quality of life and end-of-life outcomes for diverse patient populations. She is recognized nationally and internationally as a mentor, researcher, and speaker, combining clinical expertise with academic leadership to advance the field of nursing.
Dr. Crump currently serves as Professor of Nursing at Berkeley College, where she leads both undergraduate prelicensure and graduate Family Nurse Practitioner programs. She emphasizes critical thinking, clinical reasoning, and evidence-based practice while mentoring students to deliver compassionate, patient-centered care. In parallel, she works as a Nurse Practitioner in preventive and risk management with Signify Health, providing home wellness visits, chronic disease management, and patient education aimed at improving long-term health outcomes.
Her clinical background is extensive, including leadership roles in oncology and palliative care at Mount Sinai Cancer Center and the Veterans Administration NJ Health Care System, where she practiced as a nurse practitioner, staff nurse, and case manager. She also contributed to Columbia University Medical Center’s Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology as Clinical Coordinator III, delivering advanced care and coordinating interdisciplinary treatment plans. Throughout her career, Dr. Crump has integrated wellness, preventive care, and evidence-based interventions to enhance patient outcomes and healthcare delivery.
Dr. Crump’s academic contributions include teaching positions at Felician University, William Paterson University, and Passaic Community College, where she prepared nursing students and advanced practice nurses for clinical excellence. She is an accomplished researcher and author, with publications including a dissertation advancing dignity in end-of-life care and a book chronicling her personal journey, From GED to PhD: My Journey Toward Becoming an Extraordinary Woman. Her expertise in oncology, hematology, and palliative care has been recognized through numerous keynote presentations, national awards, and an honorary Doctor of Humane Letters from Maria College in 2025.
She holds a PhD in Nursing Research from the University of Phoenix, an MS in Nursing from Saint Peter’s College, and a BS in Nursing from William Paterson University. Dr. Crump maintains licensure in New Jersey and New York, is certified as an Adult Nurse Practitioner and Advanced Oncology Certified Nurse Practitioner (AOCNP®), and is a Certified End-of-Life Care Specialist. Her professional memberships and certifications underscore a lifelong commitment to advancing nursing practice, mentoring the next generation of nurses, and improving patient care across clinical and academic settings.
• University of Phoenix - PhD
• The Academy of Nurse Practitioners National Certification Board
• International Impact Book Awards, The National Association of Negro Bussiness and Professional Women's Clubs,
• Sigma Theta Tau, Oncology Nursing Society
• Crump Family Nursing Annual Scholarship with a focus on "Nurses' Perceptions of Dignity during End-of-Life Care"
From GED to PhD: My Journey Toward Becoming An Extraordinary Women-International Winner Book Awards: The Chicago Journal Barbara Crump Tells Her Story-June 2022:
Barbara Crump Empowers Women with Her Purpose-Driven Journey to Summits of Success -US Reporter Contributor-September 5,2022
Patient Dignity: Exploring Oncology Nurses' Perceptions during end-of-life care. Clinical Journal of Oncology Nursing-June 2019, VOL .23, NO.3.
Exploring Nurses 'Perceptions of Dignity During End-of-Life Care-Dissertation Published-ProQuest.
A Marquis Millennium Who's Who: Honoring The legacies of professionals from around the world: Dr. Barbara Crump
Areas of Specialization/Expertise
- Oncology
What do you enjoy most about practicing medicine?
What I enjoy most about practicing medicine is the opportunity to care for my patients and make a meaningful difference in their lives. Building trusting relationships, understanding their needs, and guiding them toward better health is incredibly rewarding. Each patient encounter allows me to apply my knowledge and skills while learning from their experiences, which continually motivates me to provide compassionate, high-quality care.
“For over three decades, I’ve had the profound honor of walking alongside patients and families during some of life’s most vulnerable moments. These experiences have shaped not only my professional path, but my understanding of dignity, empathy, and the quiet strength that lives in every human story.”
