Shelby Smith

Driven BSN candidate with clinical experience in evidence-based practice and patient safety. Demonstrates leadership, effective interdisciplinary communication, and adaptability. Seeking New Graduate RN position in a collaborative, high-acuity environment that fosters professional growth.

• President, WiseCats Nursing Club, University of Arizona, 01/01/26, Present
• Member, College of Nursing Student Council, 01/01/26, Present

• Health for Her Club, University of Arizona
• Professional Achievements in Nursing Club, University of Arizona
• Gamma Phi Beta Sorority, University of Arizona

• National Honor Society member
• Dean's List (Multiple Semesters, including Dean's List with Distinction)
• Academic Year Distinction (2024)

• Creighton Capstone Interprofessional Simulation, Participated as RN in interprofessional Med/Surg simulation, demonstrating teamwork, communication, and clinical decision-making with fourth-year medical students., 2026
• Shadowed nurse practitioners, Janiga M.D., Followed nurse practitioners during their work days to better understand their scope of practice and prepare for a future career., Reno, NV
• Girls on the Run volunteer, Tucson, AZ, Reno, NV, Served food to raise money, cheered on girls, was in charge of music, and directed and monitored runners along the route.
• Humane Society volunteer, Reno, NV, Assisted with cleaning and maintaining kennel space for animals.
• Food Bank volunteer, Northern NV, Packaged and sorted products for distribution to local families.
• The Burrito Project volunteer, Reno, NV, Prepared and distributed food to homeless populations and those in need.
• Freshman Mentor, Reno, NV, Mentored high school freshmen to help make their transition to high school a success.