Tabetha F. Quina, PhD, RN, CNE
Gilbert
Summary
Accomplished Nurse Educator with extensive experience at Midlands Technical College and Newberry College, specializing in student engagement, curriculum development, and innovative teaching strategies. Demonstrates a strong commitment to evidence-based practices in nursing education, utilizing advanced instructional and clinical technologies, including simulation software and electronic health record systems. Proven track record of enhancing educational outcomes and fostering collaborative teamwork to create effective learning environments for diverse student populations.
Overview
21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Nursing Instructor
Midlands Technical College, Gray Collegiate Academy
West Columbia
08.2023 - Current
- Develops and implements curricula for pre-licensure ADN and LPN nursing students, in alignment with program and accreditation standards.
- Coordinates the Beginning Nursing Skills course, leads adjunct faculty and student orientations, develops and evaluates course content, and manages the online learning platform to ensure instructional consistency and quality for 120 students each semester.
- Facilitates and evaluates student learning in didactic courses, including Beginning Nursing Skills and Pharmacological Therapies.
- Facilitates and evaluates online instruction for pharmacological therapies, promoting engagement and academic success in virtual learning environments.
- Provides lab and clinical supervision for nursing students in Beginning Nursing Skills, emphasizing safe, evidence-based patient care practices.
- Participates in ongoing faculty development, assessment, and quality improvement initiatives to enhance teaching effectiveness and student outcomes.
- Contributes to the ACEN Accreditation Standard 5 team, assisting with data collection, program evaluation, and continuous improvement activities.
- Serves on the MTC Pinning Committee, coordinating ceremonies that recognize and celebrate nursing students' achievements.
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Newberry College
Newberry
08.2020 - 08.2023
- Developed and implemented curricula for pre-licensure BSN, and RN-BSN nursing programs.
- Facilitated student learning in Adult Health Nursing I, Nursing Care of the Childbearing Family, Pathophysiology, Nursing Research, and Community Health Nursing.
- Delivered online instruction for RN-BSN courses, including Nursing Research and Evidence-Based Practice for the RN.
- Managed classroom and clinical learning environments, supervising and evaluating nursing students to ensure safe and effective practice.
- Advised pre-nursing, RN-BSN, and pre-licensure students on core and nursing curriculum requirements to support degree completion.
- Served as faculty advisor for the Newberry College Student Nurses Association, mentoring student leaders and promoting professional engagement.
- Participated as an elected member of the Newberry College Faculty Council, contributing to institutional governance and policy development.
- Volunteered as a Title IX investigator and hearing board member, supporting compliance and campus safety initiatives.
- Contributed as a member of the Piedmont Technical College Nursing Advisory Board, collaborating on nursing education initiatives.
- Engaged in ongoing faculty development and assessment to enhance teaching effectiveness and program outcomes.
- Supported college-wide initiatives, including promotion, marketing, and recruitment activities for the Newberry College nursing program.
Utilization Review Specialist
Lexington Medical Center
West Columbia
12.2009 - 05.2022
- Functioned as a Utilization Review Specialist throughout an acute care facility, including Emergency Services, Labor and Delivery, Maternal Assessment, Postpartum, Peri-Operative Services, Medical and Surgical ICU, Intermediate ICU, and all medical and surgical units.
- Identified and provided pertinent clinical information to Medicaid, Medicare, and commercial insurance companies for proper authorization of services and determination of level of care.
- Worked collaboratively with physicians, nursing staff, and insurance companies to review demographic and clinical data.
- Worked collaboratively with other disciplines, including social work, physical therapy, and nutrition, to aid in the development of a safe patient discharge plan.
- Acted as a preceptor and resource for new employees and staff.
Registered Nurse - Operating Room
Lexington Medical Center
West Columbia
05.2007 - 12.2009
- Provided care to perioperative patients during various types of surgical procedures, with a special focus on gynecological and general surgery procedures.
- Worked collaboratively with surgeons, surgical technologists, x-ray technicians, anesthesia personnel, and product representatives to provide superior, evidence-based care.
- Acted as Gynecological Service Coordinator for the Operating Room by managing surgeon preference cards, handling requests for new supplies and equipment, educating staff on new instruments and supplies, and coordinating in-services with sales representatives.
- Acted as a preceptor and resource for new employees and staff.
- Obtained certification as a Certified Perioperative Nurse (CNOR), and acted as the CNOR Champion for the facility, as appointed by the Competency and Credentialing Institute, by promoting certification.
Clinical Applications Analyst - Information Services
Lexington Medical Center
West Columbia
11.2006 - 05.2007
- Provided applications and technical support (ORManager/PICIS) to peri-operative end users by building custom fields and screens for nursing documentation, managing block schedule change requests, entering new billing rules, and modifying and granting access to users and surgeons.
- Planned and implemented the SmarTrack (PICIS) patient tracking system in the Main Campus Endoscopy/Cystoscopy Suite and Pathology.
- Redesigned the computer chart in ORManager for the Endoscopy/Cystoscopy Suite to streamline and simplify nursing documentation in the department.
Registered Nurse - Operating Room
Lexington Medical Center
West Columbia
07.2004 - 11.2006
- Provided care to the perioperative patient during various types of surgical procedures.
- Worked collaboratively with surgeons, surgical technologists, x-ray technicians, anesthesia personnel, and product representatives to provide superior evidence-based care.
- Chaired the Unit-Based Practice Committee of the Operating Room.
- Acted as the interim Clinical Coordinator for the Operating Room and oriented the new Clinical Coordinator to the department and facility.
Education
Ph.D. - Nursing Education and Administration
William Carey University
Hattiesburg, MS08.2025
Master of Science - Nurse Educator Track
Saint Xavier University
Chicago, IL08.2020
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Florida State University
Tallahassee, FL04.2002
Skills
- Curriculum development
- Online instruction
- Student evaluation
- Clinical supervision
- Educational technology
- Team collaboration
- Program assessment
- Course content development
Certification
- Registered Nurse (RN), State of South Carolina - R 95914 (Active)
- Certified Nurse Educator (CNE) - 576616 (Active)
- Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider - Active
Affiliations
South Carolina Nursing Education Simulation Alliance (SCNESA), Active
References
References available upon request
Timeline
Nursing Instructor
Midlands Technical College, Gray Collegiate Academy
08.2023 - Current
Assistant Professor of Nursing
Newberry College
08.2020 - 08.2023
Utilization Review Specialist
Lexington Medical Center
12.2009 - 05.2022
Registered Nurse - Operating Room
Lexington Medical Center
05.2007 - 12.2009
Clinical Applications Analyst - Information Services
Lexington Medical Center
11.2006 - 05.2007
Registered Nurse - Operating Room
Lexington Medical Center
07.2004 - 11.2006
Ph.D. - Nursing Education and Administration
William Carey University
Master of Science - Nurse Educator Track
Saint Xavier University
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Florida State University