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Mable Smith is the Dean of the College of Health & Natural Sciences at Franklin Pierce University. With a PhD in Higher Education Administration, a JD in Law, and advanced nursing qualifications (MN, NEA-BC), she bridges legal, educational, and clinical domains in nursing.
- PhD – The Florida State University, Higher Education Administration
- JD – The Florida State University with honors
- MN – Emory University, Nursing Education
- BSN – Florida State University, Nursing
Her research focuses on Nursing Education and Legal Issues in Healthcare, with a strong emphasis on clinical judgment and technology integration in workforce development. She advocates for diversity, equity, and inclusion in nursing, reflecting her involvement in multiple national nursing associations.
Her publications include three editions of Fundamentals of Nursing and Basic Nursing textbooks, which demonstrate her commitment to advancing nursing education through evolving clinical standards and digital tools. These works span topics like patient care, healthcare policy, and curriculum design.
- 2022 AJN Book of the Year Award – 1st Place, Medical Surgical category
- 2022 AJN Book of the Year Award – 1st Place, Digital Products
Smith serves as a board member for the Air Force Reserve Command and NLN Foundation, while participating in strategic planning for the Asian American Pacific Islander Nurses Association. She actively teaches courses in professional nursing, leadership, legal/ethical healthcare issues, and urban health trends.
