Rebecca Smith

Rebecca Smith is an Adjunct Professor in the Nurse-Midwifery (M.S.) program at Bethel University’s Graduate School since 2021. She holds a B.S.N. from the University of Phoenix (2012) and an M.S.N. from Bethel University (2016). Her research focuses on risk stratification in rural obstetrical patients and maternal morbidity/mortality. She concurrently practices in a southern Minnesota tertiary-care facility, specializing in inpatient/outpatient obstetrics and early pregnancy loss care while pursuing a PhD.

Education

• University of Phoenix: B.S.N. (2012)
• Bethel University: M.S.N. (2016)

Research & Teaching Rebecca teaches NURS 602 - Midwifery Perspectives, NURS 620 - Reproductive Physiology, and NURS 753 - Professional Issues for Nurse-Midwives. Her clinical expertise includes ultrasound, pessary fitting, and early pregnancy loss management. Research emphasizes rural healthcare transfers and maternal risk assessment.

Professional Affiliations

• American College of Nurse Midwives member since 2015
• Instructor in Obstetrics and Gynecology at Mayo Clinic Alix School of Medicine
• Founding board member of Home Again Minnesota

Certifications

• RN licensure (Minnesota, 2003–present)
• CNM licensure (Minnesota, 2019–present)
• Certified Nurse-Midwife (2016–present)

Labs/Teams Active in interprofessional rural healthcare initiatives through Mayo Clinic collaborations and Home Again Minnesota’s community outreach programs.