Penni J Smith, MPA, BSN, RN-BC
Why BD SUMHAC?
"I have personally experienced trying to find access for those in need of treatment both professionally and for family members. Access to treatment is often difficult at best and to add a bleeding disorder into the mix complicates this process. I am passionate about gaining access to care for all patients regardless of diagnosis.”
Bio
Penni Smith is the Inherited Bleeding Disorders Nurse Navigator and Program Coordinator for the Utah Center for Bleeding and Clotting Disorders at Primary Children’s Hospital (PCH) in Salt Lake City, UT. She has been the Nurse at the center since October 2008 and recently took on the role of Program Coordinator in early 2023. She works closely with Physicians, Nurse Practitioners, Physical Therapists, and Social Work to improve clinic flow and the patient/family experience. She has a genuine enthusiasm for her patients and their families; this same enthusiasm drives her desire to volunteer in her community. She serves as the Executive Director for Christmas Jam of Utah, a 501c3. She enjoys spending time with her family, drawing/painting, and spending time in nature outside of work hours.