Lisa Smithers, MSN, APRN-CNM
Associate Professor of Nursing
Academic Level
Biography
Professor Lisa Smithers is a Certified Nurse Midwife who is currently practicing part time in Union County, Ohio, serving women and families through pregnancy and the postpartum period as well as managing their other healthcare needs outside of pregnancy. She has practiced as a CNM for several years. Prior to joining the faculty at Cedarville in 2016, she taught obstetrics nursing care in the classroom and clinical settings at Wright State University.
Education and Credentials
- MSN in nurse-midwifery, The Ohio State University
- BSN, Wright State University
- BS in biological sciences, Wright State University
Interests
- Traveling with her family
- Family time with her husband and, children and their families, especially her grandchildren
Expert Topics:
- Obstetrical care from a nurse-midwifery perspective
- Pro-life issues
Why Cedarville
It has always been my desire to work in Christian higher education, where I can incorporate my faith not only into my clinical practice, but where it is expected that I help students in doing this as well. Encouraging the next generation of nurses in how to care for patients in a holistic manner, incorporating not only general nursing principles of care, but also focusing on the spiritual aspect of patients is exciting.