Board-Certified Nurse Practitioner

Jennifer M. Smith, MSN, FNP-BC is a board-certified Nurse Practitioner with a strong clinical background and a passion for dermatologic care. She brings a thoughtful, patient-focused approach rooted in evidence-based practice and a deep commitment to education and advocacy.

Jennifer earned both her Bachelor and Master of Science in Nursing from the University of Pennsylvania School of Nursing. During her advanced training, she completed clinical rotations in internal medicine, urgent care, and online addiction medicine, while also shadowing in Penn Medicine's dermatology and electrophysiology departments. She was recognized as an Amy Gutmann Leadership Scholar for her academic excellence and leadership potential.

She began her nursing career in the Burn ICU at Vanderbilt University Medical Center, where she provided complex care for critically ill patients and served as a charge nurse and preceptor. Most recently, she worked in the Stress Exercise Lab at the Hospital of the University of Pennsylvania, where she monitored cardiovascular function and supported patients through diagnostic testing.

Jennifer holds certifications in Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS), and is a Critical Care Registered Nurse (CCRN). She is a member of the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) and brings valuable experience in wound care, debridement, and treating both pediatric and adult patients.

She is committed to providing personalized, compassionate care while helping her patients feel confident and informed about their skin health. In her free time, Jennifer enjoys traveling, exploring new restaurants and cuisines, reading—and cheering on her favorite football team, the Philadelphia Eagles.