Abilene A. Smith, M.S.N., RN

Clinical Assistant Professor

Direct Entry Nursing Clinical Coordinator

Abilene.Smith@med.uvm.edu
(802) 656-4622
Abilene A. Smith, M.S., RN
Abilene.Smith@med.uvm.edu
+18026564622

224 Rowell Building
106 Carrigan Drive Central Campus
Burlington , VT 05405
United States
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Alma mater(s)
  • M.S.N.; University of Phoenix (2015)
  • M.H.A.; University of Phoenix (2015
  • B.S.N.; University of Phoenix (2008)
  • A.D.N.; Montcalm Community College (2004)
Affiliated Department(s)
  • Nursing

Area(s) of expertise

  • Nurse Case Management (ACM)
  • Stroke Nursing (SCRN)
  • Utilization Review

BIO

Abilene came to UVM from Michigan, where she worked as a clinical manager in cardiopulmonary rehabilitation and inpatient acute rehabilitation. She is currently employed by The University of Vermont Medical Center, where she specializes in rehabilitation and case management. Her area of expertise is neurology including stroke care and prevention, brain injury rehabilitation, and movement disorders. She is also passionate about elder care, and serves on volunteer groups and community forums to assist those with chronic conditions.

Courses

  • GRNS 6020 - Science of Nursing
  • GRNS 6030 - Practicum: Science of Nursing
  • GRNS 6050 - Practicum: Complex Nursing Care of Adults
  • GRNS 6120 - Science of Nursing II
  • GRNS 6130 - Comprehensive Nursing Care for Adults

Awards and Achievements

  • 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award, Montcalm Community College
  • Young Careerist Award presented by Alma Business and Professional Women
  • State of Michigan recognition for community service and career achievements

Bio

Abilene came to UVM from Michigan, where she worked as a clinical manager in cardiopulmonary rehabilitation and inpatient acute rehabilitation. She is currently employed by The University of Vermont Medical Center, where she specializes in rehabilitation and case management. Her area of expertise is neurology including stroke care and prevention, brain injury rehabilitation, and movement disorders. She is also passionate about elder care, and serves on volunteer groups and community forums to assist those with chronic conditions.

Courses

  • GRNS 6020 - Science of Nursing
  • GRNS 6030 - Practicum: Science of Nursing
  • GRNS 6050 - Practicum: Complex Nursing Care of Adults
  • GRNS 6120 - Science of Nursing II
  • GRNS 6130 - Comprehensive Nursing Care for Adults

Awards and Achievements

  • 2025 Distinguished Alumni Award, Montcalm Community College
  • Young Careerist Award presented by Alma Business and Professional Women
  • State of Michigan recognition for community service and career achievements

ASSOCIATIONS AND AFFILIATIONS

  • Sigma Theta Tau
  • Kappa Tau
  • AANN
  • ACMA

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