Jessica Smith, DNP, ACNP-BC, TNCC, SANE-a
Instructor (Clinical) and Adult-Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner Specialty Coordinator
250 Cohn, 5557 Cass Ave., Detroit, MI 48202ag5205@wayne.edu
313-577-0407
Office hours
By Appointment
Jessica Smith, DNP, ACNP-BC, TNCC, SANE-a
Bio Sketch
Dr. Smith's philosophy of teaching is the constructivist pedagogy that emphasizes active discovery learning on the parts of her students, influenced by the work of Jean Piaget from the 1930, who pioneered the approach with the view that knowledge is something the learner “constructed” for themselves rather than passively absorbed. Guided by the principles of this theory that knowledge is constructed, learning is an active process, teachers seek and value student’s points of view, and motivation is the key to learning, the philosophy serves as the basis of Dr. Smith's foundational approach to teaching and classroom atmospheres. Dr. Smith helps students become active leaners by creating a space that involves active learning in a motivating and safe place. Her expectation of students consists of professionalism, strong work ethic, teamwork and a willingness to actively learn. by setting the example of professionalism that encourages questions, building rapport and motivating students to learn, Dr. Smith expects students to demonstrate a strong work ethic and willingness to learn through active engagement that they can utilize in the classroom, clinical settings and future nursing practice.
Education
- DNP, University of Detroit Mercy, 2021
- MSN, Wayne State University, 2009
- Michigan Teaching Certification, Nursing Education, 2009
- BSN, University of Detroit Mercy, 2006
- BS, Wayne State University, 2004
Certifications
- Department of Transporation Medical Examiner
Research Interests
- Characteristics associated with heart failure patients and their caregivers
- Predictors of readmission
Theoretical frameworks:
- Cognitive impairment caregiver strain
Clinical Area(s) of Expertise
- Correcional mediine provider
- ER medicine
- Infectious disease
- Sexual assault nurse examination, adolescent and adult
Selected publications
Casida, J. & Parker, J. (2011). Staff Nurse Perceptions of Nurse Manager Leadership Styles and Outcomes. Journal of Management, 19, 478-486.
Smith, J. (2023) Characteristics Associated with Heart Failure Patients and Their Caregivers: Predictors of Readmission Rates. Internatinal Journal of Nursing & Health Care Science 03(06): 2023-226.
Courses taught by Jessica Smith, DNP, ACNP-BC, TNCC, SANE-a
Winter Term 2025 (future)
- NUR7437 - Adult-Gerontology Acute Care NP: Management of Cardiopulmonary and Renal Problems - Didactic
- NUR8550 - Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner II: Intermediate
Fall Term 2024
- NUR2010 - Health Assessment
- NUR7427 - Adult-Gerontology ACNP: Management of Neurological, Endocrine & Musculoskeletal Problems - Didactic
- NUR8540 - Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner I: Foundations
Spring-Summer Term 2024
Winter Term 2024
- NUR7437 - Adult-Gerontology Acute Care NP: Management of Cardiopulmonary and Renal Problems - Didactic
- NUR8550 - Adult Gerontology Acute Care Nurse Practitioner II: Intermediate
Fall Term 2023
Spring-Summer Term 2023
- NUR7130 - APN: Management of Oncology, Mental Health, and Lifestyle Change
- NUR2010 - Health Assessment
Winter Term 2023
- NUR3015 - Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing
- NUR7140 - APN: Management of Cardiopulmonary and Renal Problems
Fall Term 2022
- NUR2060 - Nursing Implications of Drug Administration
- NUR2010 - Health Assessment
- NUR3015 - Psychiatric Mental Health Nursing
Spring-Summer Term 2022
- NUR2010 - Health Assessment
- NUR2060 - Nursing Implications of Drug Administration
- NUR7130 - APN: Management of Oncology, Mental Health, and Lifestyle Change