Doris Smith Msn, Agpcnp Bc
About Doris Smith Msn, Agpcnp Bc
Doris Smith is a Nurse Practitioner specializing in mental health consultations and chronic health conditions. She has extensive experience working with underserved populations and utilizes technology for virtual patient visits.
Current Role at UF Health Jacksonville
Doris Smith serves as a Nurse Practitioner at UF Health Jacksonville, a position she has held since 2015. In this role, she provides consultations for mental health issues, including depression and anxiety. She is responsible for medication titration and monitoring, ensuring that patients receive appropriate care. Doris works closely with an interdisciplinary team to enhance patient outcomes and routinely conducts virtual visits using platforms such as Epic Hyperspace Production, Zoom, and Doximity.
Previous Experience at UF Health Jacksonville
Before her current role, Doris Smith worked at UF Health Jacksonville as a Registered Nurse and Charge Nurse from 2011 to 2015. During her four years in this position, she recognized and evaluated serious, life-threatening emergencies, ensuring that patients received prompt care. This experience provided her with a solid foundation in patient care and emergency response.
Education and Expertise
Doris Smith holds a Bachelor of Science in Nursing from Jacksonville University, where she studied from 2007 to 2010. She furthered her education at Florida Agricultural and Mechanical University, earning a Master of Science Degree in Nursing with a concentration in Adult/Gerontology Nurse Practitioner from 2012 to 2014. Her educational background equips her with the knowledge and skills necessary to address complex health issues.
Specialization in Healthcare
Doris specializes in providing healthcare and support to uninsured, underserved, moderate-to-low-income seniors with complex chronic health conditions. She utilizes community resources to deliver health education to individuals and families, focusing on improving health outcomes for vulnerable populations. Her commitment to serving these communities is evident in her approach to patient care.