Stephanie Gilliland
Lithia
Summary
Accomplished healthcare recruiter with 18 years in healthcare recruitment. Skilled in process improvement, candidate sourcing, and team mentoring. Successfully exceeded KPIs while managing over 80-100+ active travelers on assignment, driving efficiency through collaborative efforts with account managers. Driven, outside of the box thinker committed to exceeding goals and providing an exception experience to both internal and external partners and clients.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Recruiter
Aya Healthcare
San Diego, CA- Remote
10.2021 - Current
- Led full-cycle recruitment processes for healthcare professionals across various specialties. Primarily RN's and some allied specialties.
- Consistently exceeded weekly and quarterly KPI's and above average production
- Sourced candidates through company CRM and referrals/networking
- Streamlined candidate screening procedures, enhancing efficiency and reducing time-to-fill metrics.
- Collaborated with account managers to understand staffing needs and align recruitment efforts accordingly.
- Consistently managed 80+ travelers on assignment
Senior Recruiter II
AMN Healthcare
San Diego, CA
01.2010 - 09.2021
- Recruited mostly RN's for short term travel nursing contracts
- Consistently in the top 5% of recruiters
- Developed and implemented targeted sourcing strategies to attract top talent in healthcare industry.
- Mentored junior recruiters, fostering skill development and improving overall team performance.
- Collaborated with account manager to quickly fill high priority job requisitions
Recruiting Consultant
Hunter Ambrose
San Diego, CA
03.2009 - 01.2010
- Developed and implemented innovative sourcing strategies to attract top talent.
- Evaluated candidate qualifications through detailed resume reviews and rigorous interview processes.
- Collaborated with hiring managers to define role requirements and streamline recruitment processes.
- Utilized Applicant Tracking System (ATS) to manage candidate pipelines efficiently.
Senior Recruiter
Aya Healthcare
San Diego, CA
06.2007 - 02.2009
- Led full-cycle recruitment processes for healthcare professionals across various specialties.
- Developed and implemented innovative sourcing strategies to attract top talent in the healthcare sector.
- Maintained a desk of 35-40 working nurses which was in the top 10% at the time
- Mentored junior recruiters, providing guidance on best practices in candidate engagement and assessment.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Communications
California State University
Sacramento, CA12-2022
Skills
- Recruiter training and mentoring
- Referrals/networking
- Sales
- Recruitment process improvement
Awards
Top 3 NPS Score company wide
Issued by Aya Healthcare · Jan 2026
Recruiters Choice- Peer nominated winner
Issued by Aya Healthcare October 2025
Associated with Aya Healthcare
Obtained a 93 NPS score for the year which was within the top 3 company wide.
Q3 Recruiters Choice
Issued by Aya Healthcare · Oct 2025
Associated with Aya Healthcare
AMN VIP Respect Award Winner 2018
Issued by AMN Healthcare · Oct 2019
Associated with AMN Healthcare
Peer nominated company wide award for AMN’s core value for Respect
President Circle Award Recipient 2012, 2015-2020
Issued by AMN Healthcare · Feb 2016
Associated with AMN Healthcare
AMN's Presidents Circle is a prestigious program built to recognize the top 20% performing Travel Nursing Team Members at all levels for their dedication, drive, and commitment to results.
Senior Recruitment Manager of the Year 2015
Issued by AMN Healthcare · Feb 2016
Associated with AMN Healthcare
Presidents Circle Award Recipient 2014
Issued by AMN Healthcare · Feb 2015
Associated with AMN Healthcare
AMN's Presidents Circle is a prestigious program built to recognize the top 20% performing Travel Nursing Team Members at all levels for their dedication, drive, and commitment to results.
Presidents Circle Award Recipient 2012
Issued by AMN Healthcare · Feb 2013
Associated with AMN Healthcare
AMN's Presidents Circle is a prestigious program built to recognize top performing Travel Nursing Team Members at all levels for their dedication, drive, and commitment to results.
Recruiter of the Year 2012
Issued by AMN Healthcare · Mar 2012
Associated with AMN Healthcare
Recipient of Recruiter of the Year Award for AMN Healthcare
Rookie of the Year
Issued by AMN Healthcare · Jan 2011
Associated with AMN Healthcare
Timeline
Senior Recruiter
Aya Healthcare
10.2021 - Current
Senior Recruiter II
AMN Healthcare
01.2010 - 09.2021
Recruiting Consultant
Hunter Ambrose
03.2009 - 01.2010
Senior Recruiter
Aya Healthcare
06.2007 - 02.2009
Bachelor of Science - Communications
California State University