Dezare Smith

Dezare Smith

Dezare Smith

Nurse Practitioner

Biography

For over 15 years, Dezare has provided exceptional patient care, with a demonstrated passion for serving the geriatric population. She started her journey as a nursing assistant in long-term care, earned her LPN and became a registered nurse in 2017. During her career, Dezare has worked in various capacities and numerous healthcare environments—from a floor nurse to Director of Nursing. Her experience as a trauma nurse led her to wound care. While working as an agency and travel nurse, she earned her bachelor’s and master’s degrees from Ohio University and sought a wound care role. Dezare is currently working towards her wound care certification (WCC). She enjoys traveling, hiking, camping and writing in her free time.

Education / Certifications

  • LPN, Upper Valley Career Center, 2012
  • ADN, Edison State Community College, 2017
  • BSN, Ohio University, 2021
  • MSN, Ohio University, 2023
  • DAISY Award Recipient, 2018
  • The American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP)