Samantha Smeltzer, DNP, RN, CHSE

Samantha Smeltzer, DNP, RN, CHSE has a diverse work experience in various healthcare and educational settings. Samantha is currently employed as the Director of Simulation and Integrated Simulation Operations at Orbis Education since May 2022. Prior to this role, they served as a Simulation Coordinator at the same company from August 2021 to May 2022. In 2020, Samantha worked as a Registered Nurse at the JAMES E. VAN ZANDT VA MEDICAL CENTER.

During their time at the University of Pittsburgh-Johnstown, they held the position of Assistant Professor from August 2021 to May 2022. Before this, they worked as an Assistant Professor at Misericordia University from August 2020 to August 2021.

Samantha has extensive experience as a Registered Nurse at UPMC from October 2014 to May 2021. Samantha also served as the Nursing Resource & Simulation Center Coordinator / Nursing Faculty School of Nursing at Mount Aloysius College from August 2014 to December 2019.

Samantha'searly career involved working as a Nurse at Conemaugh Health System from July 2006 to December 2014. In this role, they provided skilled nursing services, conducted patient visits and education, and performed nursing assessments.

Overall, Samantha Smeltzer's experience encompasses roles in simulation coordination, teaching, clinical practice, and nursing coordination.

Samantha Smeltzer, DNP, RN, CHSE has completed various levels of education over the years. Samantha'seducation history includes a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) degree in Leadership from Capella University, which they pursued from 2017 to 2021. Prior to that, they obtained a Certificate in Leadership in Simulation Management from Robert Morris University from 2015 to 2016. Samantha also holds a Master's degree in Nursing Education from Robert Morris University, which they completed between 2012 and 2014.

In terms of undergraduate education, Samantha earned a Bachelor's degree in Nursing Science from the University of Pittsburgh between 2006 and 2009. Earlier on, they acquired a Diploma in Registered Nursing/Registered Nurse from the Conemaugh School of Nursing from 2004 to 2006. These educational achievements have equipped Samantha with a diverse background and comprehensive knowledge in the field of nursing.