Stacy McQuillen
Family Nurse Practitioner
Gillsville,GA
Summary
Compassionate Nurse Practitioner with background in acute care, chronic disease management, and preventative health services. Strengths include critical thinking, effective communication with patients and healthcare teams, along with high-quality patient-centered care. Made significant impact in previous roles by implementing innovative practices for better patient outcomes and satisfaction.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Healthcare Science Instructor
Jefferson High School
Jefferson
07.2024 - Current
- Conducted lectures, demonstrations, and group activities to enhance student engagement and facilitate deeper understanding of healthcare concepts.
- Developed lesson plans engaging diverse student learning styles while aligning with state standards to promote effective learning outcomes.
- Facilitated classroom discussions to encourage critical thinking and collaboration.
- Evaluated student progress through assessments and provided constructive feedback.
- Adapted teaching methods based on the physical, emotional and intellectual capabilities of students.
- Participated in meetings, training, and activities to continually improve instructional skills and maintain up-to-date knowledge in healthcare science.
- Kept up-to-date with advancements in subject area knowledge by attending conferences or workshops.
Family Nurse Practitioner
The Little Clinic
Gainesville
04.2022 - 07.2024
- Assessed health needs through in-person and televisit consultations, tailoring care plans to individual patient requirements
- Using comprehensive knowledge to assess patients by diagnosing diseases, disorders, or conditions
- Initiating health care treatment for health care management, therapeutic interventions, and prescribing medication
- Administered vaccinations and medications to effectively prevent or treat diseases, contributing to improved patient health outcomes
- Educated patients on treatments, side effects, aftercare, and preventative care methods to enhance understanding and compliance
- Presenting professional guidance to other health professionals and working autonomously with other interdisciplinary health care professionals
- Ensuring complete and accurate documentation of patient information and treatments for patient charts and medical records
- Following the Standards of Practice for Registered Professional Nurses maintained by the State of Georgia
Registered Nurse
Imaging Center of Northeast Georgia Medical Center
02.2020 - 12.2022
- Participant in the Pandemic Partners Program with NGHS, taking volunteered assigned shifts in the inpatient setting
- Delivered effective direct patient care as part of interdisciplinary team for diverse complex cases
- Cared for patients post-lumbar puncture and myelogram procedures, monitoring recovery and addressing needs
- Monitored patients for contrast reactions and provided necessary treatment.
- Executed IV placements, access, and removal of implanted ports to facilitate treatment and medication administration.
- Prepared patients for radiology diagnostic and screening exams, ensuring readiness for procedures
- Work in conjunction with local EMS to stabilize patients prior to transport
- Work closely with mammography patients with abnormal mammograms
- Respond to any and all emergent situations within the Imaging Center
- Collect and prep blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens for lab testing
Registered Nurse
Northeast Georgia Medical Center - Medical ICU
12.2018 - 07.2020
- Provided skilled, timely and level-headed emergency response to critically-ill patients
- Cared for critically ill patients and supported fellow nurses in delivering high-quality treatment
- Coordinated with healthcare team members to plan and implement effective treatment strategies
- Assessed the need for, obtained, and interpreted appropriate lab tests
- Provided exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and managing chronic conditions
Registered Nurse
Piedmont Athens Regional - CVSU/PCU
02.2016 - 09.2019
- Effective counseling in health maintenance and disease management
- Coordinated post-operative care for patients, ensuring smooth transitions and adherence to recovery protocols
- Facilitated communication between patients and physicians to enhance understanding of treatment plans and improve patient outcomes
- Educated patients and families on effective discharge care to promote recovery and prevent readmission
- Ensured patients' acute conditions were closely observed to facilitate prompt care.
- Appropriately treated patients with chronic and acute health problems such as CAD, PVD, MI, arrhythmias, asthma, COPD, GI issues, renal failure, and pneumonia
Nurse Extern
Northeast Georgia Medical Center - Emergency Dept
07.2015 - 12.2015
- Interviewed patients to gather medical and biometric data, equipping patient care team with critical information for effective care planning
- Observed and examined patients to identify symptoms necessitating medical intervention, enhancing patient safety and care quality
- Participated in implementation of evidence-based practice projects and development of nursing competencies through simulation activities
Education
Master's of Science - Nursing
Brenau University
Gainesville, Georgia07-2021
Bachelor's of Science - Nursing
Brenau Univerisity
Gainesville, Georgia12-2015
Skills
- Experienced with Epic,
eClinicalWorks, and Cerner EMR
system - Skilled in motivational interviewing,
including the ability to listen closely
to patients, learn more about their
situation, and provide better
treatment options for enhanced
patient compliance - Lesson planning
- Healthcare assessment
- Patient assessment
- Strong interpersonal skills that
assist to work closely with other
members of the care team for the
best treatment plans - Excellent verbal and written
communication skills that assist in
educating patients and providing
the highest level of patient care
Licenses Certifications Memberships
- FNP-C, RN
- Compact state RN license (eNLC)
- Certified to complete FMCSA Department of Transportation exams
- BLS certified
- Member of AANP
Timeline
Healthcare Science Instructor
Jefferson High School
07.2024 - Current
Family Nurse Practitioner
The Little Clinic
04.2022 - 07.2024
Registered Nurse
Imaging Center of Northeast Georgia Medical Center
02.2020 - 12.2022
Registered Nurse
Northeast Georgia Medical Center - Medical ICU
12.2018 - 07.2020
Registered Nurse
Piedmont Athens Regional - CVSU/PCU
02.2016 - 09.2019
Nurse Extern
Northeast Georgia Medical Center - Emergency Dept
07.2015 - 12.2015
Master's of Science - Nursing
Brenau University
Bachelor's of Science - Nursing
Brenau Univerisity