Dr. Debra Griffin Stevens DNP, RNC-MNN
Adjunct Maternal-Newborn Clinical Nurse Educator at Mercer University- Claim this Profile
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Helen O'Shea
Dr. Debra Griffin Stevens is an outstanding teacher and clinician. She is a soft spoken leader who has a gift for listening to others point of view and considering the input before making a decision. She is respectful of all human beings regardless of their status in society. Students and patients sing her praises and her professional colleagues appreciate her willingness to help with whatever request they make. She is a loving and caring individual.
Helen O'Shea
Dr. Debra Griffin Stevens is an outstanding teacher and clinician. She is a soft spoken leader who has a gift for listening to others point of view and considering the input before making a decision. She is respectful of all human beings regardless of their status in society. Students and patients sing her praises and her professional colleagues appreciate her willingness to help with whatever request they make. She is a loving and caring individual.
Helen O'Shea
Dr. Debra Griffin Stevens is an outstanding teacher and clinician. She is a soft spoken leader who has a gift for listening to others point of view and considering the input before making a decision. She is respectful of all human beings regardless of their status in society. Students and patients sing her praises and her professional colleagues appreciate her willingness to help with whatever request they make. She is a loving and caring individual.
Helen O'Shea
Dr. Debra Griffin Stevens is an outstanding teacher and clinician. She is a soft spoken leader who has a gift for listening to others point of view and considering the input before making a decision. She is respectful of all human beings regardless of their status in society. Students and patients sing her praises and her professional colleagues appreciate her willingness to help with whatever request they make. She is a loving and caring individual.
Credentials
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EVENT PLANNING & MANAGEMENT CERTIFICATE
Emory Continuing EducationSep, 2022- Oct, 2024 -
Introduction to Mental Health Services
Light Learning InstituteJun, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
Maternal Mental Health Certificate 2021
Postpartum Support InternationalMay, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
Maternal Mental Health Certificate 2021
Postpartum Support InternationalMay, 2021- Oct, 2024 -
Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation
American Heart Association | American Stroke AssociationSep, 2016- Oct, 2024 -
Neonatal Resuscitation Program
American Academy of Pediatrics/American Heart AssociationNov, 2014- Oct, 2024 -
Perinatal Mood Disorders Certification
Postpartum Support International and Mom 2020Apr, 2014- Oct, 2024 -
Transformational Leadership Academy
Emory HealthcareMar, 2012- Oct, 2024 -
Maternal-Newborn Nursing (RNC-MNN)
National Certification CenterJan, 2012- Oct, 2024 -
Post-Master's Teaching Certificate
Emory University
Experience
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Mercer University
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Georgia Baptist College of Nursing
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Adjunct Maternal-Newborn Clinical Nurse Educator
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Aug 2015 - Present
Educate pre-licensure Baccalaureate (BSN) students Maternal-Newborn clinical practice by advancing academic goals. Guide nursing students in clinical practice by using innovative strategies to transition theoretical and conceptual knowledge to clinical nursing practice. Educate pre-licensure Baccalaureate (BSN) students Maternal-Newborn clinical practice by advancing academic goals. Guide nursing students in clinical practice by using innovative strategies to transition theoretical and conceptual knowledge to clinical nursing practice.
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Georgia State University Perimeter College
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Clarkston, Georgia
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Maternal-Newborn Nurse Educator
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Jan 2019 - Present
Educate pre-licensure nursing associate degree (ADN) students in professional nursing practice by assessing learning styles and learning needs. Teach in a student-centered environment using a variety of active learning modalities. Also, function as a clinical instructor and student advisor by guiding nursing students in attaining and learning theoretical and conceptual components of maternal-newborn nursing practice. Educate pre-licensure nursing associate degree (ADN) students in professional nursing practice by assessing learning styles and learning needs. Teach in a student-centered environment using a variety of active learning modalities. Also, function as a clinical instructor and student advisor by guiding nursing students in attaining and learning theoretical and conceptual components of maternal-newborn nursing practice.
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Georgia Nurses Association
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3032 Briarcliff Rd NE, Atlanta, GA 30329
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Southern Performance Assessment Center (SPAC) Director
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Dec 2016 - 2018
Coordinate program needs with GNA’s SPAC administrative support and GNA’s CEO, Recruit qualified clinical faculty - Clinical Associates (CA) and Clinical Examiners (CE), Collaborate with Excelsior College and GNA/SPAC staff to provide orientation for new CAs/CEs Coordinate program needs with GNA’s SPAC administrative support and GNA’s CEO, Recruit qualified clinical faculty - Clinical Associates (CA) and Clinical Examiners (CE), Collaborate with Excelsior College and GNA/SPAC staff to provide orientation for new CAs/CEs
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Emory Healthcare
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United States
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Hospitals and Health Care
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700 & Above Employee
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Maternal-Newborn Director
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Jul 2009 - Apr 2015
Direct and manage a certified Baby-Friendly, High-risk Maternal-Newborn Nursing Unit, Holding Nursery and Lactation Support Services. Directed all aspects of management and ensures the provision of optimum patient care for the nursing unit; provides leadership in the development, implementation, and evaluation of policies, procedures, strategies, and services. Prepares, develops, and submits department budget to nursing administration.
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Maternal-Newborn Department Director
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Feb 2005 - Jun 2009
Supervise and coordinate activities of nursing staff related to quality patient care. Interview job applicants and evaluates staff performance to recommend personnel actions such as hiring, retention, promotion, transfer or dismissal of workers.Assures staff is knowledgeable of legal-regulatory policies, department procedures, and job duties. Manages Capital, FTE and Operating budgets.
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Maternal-Newborn Nurse Manager
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May 1996 - Feb 2005
Plans, coordinates and directs the daily operations of the maternal-newborn unit. Supervises staff and facilitates communication with physicians and internal administrators to provide optimal patient and family-centered care. Recognized as a change agent and routinely leads efforts to strengthen organizational systems that support the mission, vision, and values of the department.
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Emory University
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Nell Hodgson Woodruff School of Nursing
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Adjunct Clinical Faculty
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Aug 2001 - Aug 2005
Taught Professional Development III: Management to Bachelor of Science Nursing Students. Taught Professional Development III: Management to Bachelor of Science Nursing Students.
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Education
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2018 - 2021
William Carey University
Doctor of Philosopy in Nursing Education Student, Nursing Education -
2007 - 2010
Medical College of Georgia at Augusta University
Doctor of Nursing Practice, Nursing Administration -
1998 - 2001
Emory University
Master of Science in Nursing, Healthcare Leadership -
1978 - 1982
Georgia Perimeter College
Associate’s Degree, Registered Nursing
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