Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Languages
References
Conclusion
Timeline
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Liesel Smit

Liesel Smit

Hartbeespoort

Summary

Experienced nurse educator with a strong clinical background and a passion for academic excellence. Proven ability to deliver engaging, evidence-based teaching to undergraduate students, fostering critical thinking, clinical competence, and professional development. Skilled in curriculum development, student assessment, and simulation-based education. Committed to creating a supportive learning environment that promotes student success, ethical practice, and high standards of patient care. A collaborative professional dedicated to advancing education and contributing to institutional goals.

Overview

2027
2027
years of professional experience

Work History

Lecturer

University of Pretoria
Pretoria
06.2021 - Current
  • Facilitated learning as a part-time lecturer and examiner for emergency care modules, ensuring a comprehensive understanding of healthcare sciences.

Nursing Coordinator

University of Pretoria
Pretoria
06.2021 - 10.2022
  • Coordinated nursing operations and site management for COVID-19 vaccinations at Up Med Centre.

Registered Nurse

Nurstec
Pretoria
01.2021 - 06.2022
  • Worked through Nurstec Agency in Montana ER Unit

Self Employed

Hartbeespoort
11.2014 - 12.2021
  • Administration and Client Liaison

Case Manager

RX Health
Pretoria
06.2012 - 10.2014
  • Case Manager

Registered Nurse

Nurstec
Groenkloof
05.2011 - 03.2012
  • Worked through Nursetec Agency in Life Groenkloof ER Unit

Registered Nurse

Montana Private Hospital
Pretoria
01.2006 - 11.2011
  • Registered Nurse in ER Unit

Registered Nurse

Steve Biko Academic Hospital
Pretoria
01.2004 - 06.2006
  • Registered Nursing in various units: ER Unit, Medical ICU, Trauma and Surgical ICU

HIV Councellor

Kumba Iron Ore Mine
Thabazimbi
  • Part time Councellor for HIV Awareness days

Education

MNur in Education -

University of Pretoria
Pretoria
01-2026

BCur I et A - Accident and Emergency Nursing

University of Pretoria
Pretoria
12-2019

Higher National Diploma - Nursing Education

University of Pretoria
Pretoria
12-2019

Diploma in Nursing - Community, Psychiatry and Midwifery

SG Lourens Nursing College
Pretoria
12-2002

Skills

  • Lecturing and classroom management
  • Student support and performance evaluation
  • Research methodology and academic writing
  • Academic leadership and project management
  • Workshop facilitation and in-service training
  • Digital learning platforms and online course design
  • Strong presentation and communication skills
  • Critical thinking and problem-solving
  • Time management and organisational skills
  • Teamwork and independent functioning
  • Professional ethics and compliance
  • Continuous professional development

Languages

Afrikaans
Proficient
C2
English
Proficient
C2

References

  • Prof R Herselman, University of Pretoria, ronel.herselman@up.ac.za
  • Mrs K Du Preez, University of Pretoria, karen.dupreez@up.ac.za
  • Mrs D Biekart, RX Health, dora@rxhealth.co.za
  • Sr E Lubbe, Life Groenkloof, 0827741044
  • Sr M Mon, Montana Hospital, 0125233000

Conclusion

I am a dedicated lecturer with a strong clinical foundation and a passion for developing competent, confident healthcare professionals. Committed to delivering high-quality, evidence-based education while fostering critical thinking, rapid decision-making, and clinical excellence in high-pressure environments. Brings a balanced approach of academic rigor and practical experience, contributing to student success and the advancement of emergency care education. Eager to support institutional goals and uphold the highest standards in teaching, research, and professional practice.

Timeline

Lecturer

University of Pretoria
06.2021 - Current

Nursing Coordinator

University of Pretoria
06.2021 - 10.2022

Registered Nurse

Nurstec
01.2021 - 06.2022

Self Employed

11.2014 - 12.2021

Case Manager

RX Health
06.2012 - 10.2014

Registered Nurse

Nurstec
05.2011 - 03.2012

Registered Nurse

Montana Private Hospital
01.2006 - 11.2011

Registered Nurse

Steve Biko Academic Hospital
01.2004 - 06.2006

HIV Councellor

Kumba Iron Ore Mine

MNur in Education -

University of Pretoria

BCur I et A - Accident and Emergency Nursing

University of Pretoria

Higher National Diploma - Nursing Education

University of Pretoria

Diploma in Nursing - Community, Psychiatry and Midwifery

SG Lourens Nursing College
Liesel Smit