Penny J. Smalley R.N., CMLSO

 

Penny J. Smalley R.N., CMLSO, is a self employed, independent nurse consultant, working in the field of laser and safety technology, since 1980.  Her company, Technology Concepts International, established in 1986, assists clinical facilities with strategic planning, education, technology assessment, compliance audits, education and training, and clinical research projects. She also assists industry with clinical product development, sales training, and a variety of related services. Ms. Smalley is a member of the International Electrotechnical Commission (IEC) for International standards (TC76), and represents the Australian College of Operating Room Nurses (ACORN) on the Australian Standards (AS/NZ4173), and the Association of periOperative Registered Nurses (AORN) on the American National Standards for Laser Safety (ANSIZ136).Ms. Smalley works with many international professional organizations to design and implement safety education programs, including: American Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, Dermatology Nurses Association, Asia Pacific Association for Laser Medicine and Surgery, International Society for Laser Medicine and Surgery, World Association for Laser Therapy, International Academy for Laser Medicine and Surgery, European Medical Laser Association, and the Australasian Laser Alliance. Ms. Smalley is listed in Who’s Who of American Women, and Who’s Who in American Nursing, has authored numerous articles and text chapters, and has taught perioperative concepts in laser technology and safety, throughout the world.