Heather Smith Dnp

Heather Smith DNP, MHA, RN currently serves as a Professor of Nursing at Capella University and Rasmussen University, and works as a Hospice Nurse Case Manager at Empath Health. With extensive experience in nursing leadership, Heather previously held positions as a Nursing Operations Manager and Administrative Supervisor at Orlando Health, overseeing critical care and medical-surgical units, implementing performance improvement initiatives, and managing a multidisciplinary team. Heather has a robust clinical background that includes roles as a Nurse Manager at Inspira Health Network and Patient Care Manager at Trinity Health Mid-Atlantic, with a focus on quality patient care and operational efficiency. Heather holds a Doctor of Nursing Practice degree and multiple master's degrees in nursing and health administration, demonstrating a strong commitment to education and professional development in the healthcare sector.