Adriana Smith, Dnp, Pmhnp Bc
About Adriana Smith, Dnp, Pmhnp Bc
Adriana Smith, DNP, PMHNP-BC, serves as the Associate Director of Psychiatry at Brightside Health and holds an active DEA license in Florida. With extensive experience in mental health care and nursing education, she advocates for holistic and affordable mental health services.
Work at Brightside Health
Adriana Smith currently serves as the Associate Director of Psychiatry at Brightside Health, a position she has held since 2023. In addition to her leadership role, she has been working as a Staff Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner at the same organization since 2022. Her work focuses on providing mental health care and advocating for accessible services for patients. Smith's experience in remote healthcare settings contributes to her effectiveness in addressing the mental health needs of diverse populations.
Education and Expertise
Adriana Smith holds a Doctor of Nursing degree with a specialization in Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner from East Tennessee State University, which she completed from 2017 to 2020. She also earned a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from the same institution, graduating in 2017. Her educational background equips her with a strong foundation in nursing and mental health care, enhancing her ability to serve patients effectively.
Background in Nursing
Adriana Smith has a diverse background in nursing, having worked in various capacities within the healthcare system. She began her career as a Nurse Intern at Wellmont Health System from 2014 to 2017, followed by a role as a Registered Nurse at Ballad Health from 2017 to 2021. Additionally, she served as a Psychiatric Nurse Practitioner at Cerebral from 2021 to 2022. Her extensive experience in psychiatric settings has provided her with a comprehensive understanding of mental health care.
Teaching and Clinical Instruction Experience
Adriana Smith has experience as a clinical instructor for undergraduate nursing students, particularly in mental health clinical courses. She worked as a Research and Teaching Assistant and Adjunct Clinical Instructor at East Tennessee State University from 2017 to 2020. This role allowed her to contribute to the education of future nursing professionals while enhancing her own expertise in psychiatric nursing.
Licensure and Credentials
Adriana Smith holds an active DEA license for the state of Florida and is licensed as an Advanced Practice Registered Nurse (APRN) and Nurse Practitioner (NP) in 28 states, including Arizona, California, and Texas. Her licensure enables her to practice across a wide geographic area, reflecting her commitment to providing mental health care to various communities.