RN Edge

About Us

About US

RN EDGE

Legal Nurse Consulting

With over 30 years of experience in the healthcare industry, Michelle Smeltzer has dedicated her career to providing exceptional patient care and advancing nursing practice. Starting as a diploma nurse, she quickly progressed to become a registered nurse in critical care, earning both her Associate’s and Master of Science degrees in Nursing, along with a post-master’s certificate in Nursing Administration.

For the past decade, Michelle has leveraged her extensive clinical experience as a Legal Nurse Consultant, bringing a unique perspective to the intersection of nursing and law. Her background encompasses a wide array of specialties, including medical-surgical nursing, emergency department care, and anesthesia, as well as roles as a staff nurse, clinical educator, nurse manager, and director.

Michelle’s passion for education is evident in her experience as both a hospital and academic clinical educator, where she has inspired and mentored countless nursing professionals. Currently, she continues to work clinically as a staff nurse, maintaining her commitment to hands-on patient care while shaping the future of nursing through her consultancy work.

When she’s not in scrubs, Michelle enjoys staying active in her community and exploring new healthcare innovations. A lifelong learner, she is dedicated to improving patient outcomes and advancing the nursing profession.