Anita Williams
Cincinnati,OH
Work Preference
Summary
A well-rounded healthcare professional committed to nursing leadership with track record of improving patient outcomes and staff performance. Known for enhancing operational efficiencies and implementing best practices. Reliable team collaborator focused on achieving results and adapting to evolving healthcare needs with proven ability to lead, teach and motivate staff; excellent analytical/critical thinking expertise.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certificate
Work History
Director of Nursing
CareCore Health Center at LakeRidge
Cincinnati, OH
08.2025 - Current
- Assures care is consistent with standards of care, manages the environment to maintain resident/patient safety, and supervises the resident/patient activity performance by nursing personnel.
- Maintain staff accountability for clinical and customer service standards at all times.
- Addresses non-compliance with policy, procedure, and standards of practice and behavior with staff in a respectful and professional manner when non-compliance is observed.
- Daily rounds to ensure resident needs and the environment meets regulatory standards.
- Policy and procedure development.
- Oversees care to promote the highest level of physical, mental and psychosocial functioning possible.
- Make frequent rounds to ensure standards or care.
- Conducts staff meetings and continuing education in-service programs.
- Participates in the Interdisciplinary Plan of Care and Care Conferences.
- Monitors at risk residents and processes
- Use of QAPI processes to improve processes and reduce risk.
- Assure adequate staffing..
- Mentored new nursing leaders, fostering professional development and operational excellence within the department.
- Analyzed performance metrics to identify areas for improvement in nursing practices and outcomes.
- Led nursing staff in implementing patient care protocols to enhance quality of service.
- Developed training programs to improve clinical skills and ensure compliance with healthcare standards.
- Championed a culture of continuous learning by promoting professional development opportunities for nursing staff, including in-house training programs, conferences, workshops, and online resources.
- Recruited, hired and trained all staff, providing direct supervision, ongoing staff development and continuing education to employees.
- Designed and introduced leadership development, coaching and team management model, resulting in promotion of employees into increased levels of responsibility.
- Mentored new nurses through orientation programs, facilitating their integration into the team and fostering their professional growth.
- Led quality improvement projects aimed at enhancing clinical outcomes through data-driven analysis and targeted interventions.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
- Coordinated interdisciplinary team meetings to address complex patient needs and optimize care plans.
- Develop and foster a culture of trust and employee engagement.
Special Projects Director of Nursing
Signature Healthcare Services
Louisville, KY
04.2024 - 07.2025
- Assures care is consistent with standards of care, manages the environment to maintain resident/patient safety, and supervises the resident/patient activity performance by nursing personnel.
- Maintain staff accountability for clinical and customer service standards at all times.
- Addresses non-compliance with policy, procedure, and standards of practice and behavior with staff in a respectful and professional manner when non-compliance is observed.
- Monitor processes and at risk residents.
- Led cross-functional teams to achieve project milestones and strategic objectives.
- Developed and implemented project management frameworks to enhance operational efficiency.
- Drove continuous process improvements, resulting in enhanced team productivity and collaboration.
- Spearheaded process improvements, leading to increased productivity and effectiveness across the organization''s projects portfolio.
- Established clear expectations for team members regarding roles and responsibilities within each assigned project.
- Strengthened internal collaboration by encouraging open dialogue between departments involved in various stages of the project life cycle.
- Championed change initiatives within the organization, effectively driving adoption of new processes and tools for improved performance outcomes.
Supervisor, MDS RN LTC
Corewell Health, Dearborn, MI
Dearborn, MI
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Deliver education and leadership to the interdisciplinary team in regards to the Quality Assurance Performance Improvement program.
- Maximize reimbursement and Quality Measure outcomes
- Function as an Interdisciplinary Leader on the Quality Improvement, MDS, and Restorative team
- Coordinate RAI process, ensure accuracy, timeliness, completeness of the MDS, CAAs, and Lead MDS staff in RAI education
- Provide performance reviews annually
- Develop goals for department, employee, and personal development.
- Productive and effective communication to build and maintain relationships
- Participate in IDT meetings and offer strategic insight to promote clinical improvement.
- Monitor SNFQRP reports and ensure compliance.
- Oversaw daily operations to ensure compliance with healthcare standards and regulations.
- Trained and mentored team members to enhance performance and improve patient care services.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to implement patient-centered care initiatives.
- Conducted performance evaluations and provided constructive feedback for staff development.
- Oversaw daily operations of the department, ensuring smooth workflow and timely completion of tasks.
- Demonstrated commitment to the organization''s core values, leading by example and fostering a culture of excellence.
- Facilitated seamless communication between departments, ensuring that all teams were aligned with company goals.
A.D.O.N./Director of Nursing
The Bay at Cranbrook
Detroit, MI
01.2018 - 01.2021
- Assures care is consistent with standards of care, manages the environment to maintain resident/patient safety, and supervises the resident/patient activity performance by nursing personnel.
- Maintain staff accountability for clinical and customer service standards at all times.
- Addresses non-compliance with policy, procedure, and standards of practice and behavior with staff in a respectful and professional manner when non-compliance is observed.
- Daily rounds to ensure resident needs and the environment meets regulatory standards
- Make frequent rounds to ensure standards or care.
- Directed nursing staff in delivering high-quality patient care and maintaining regulatory compliance.
- Implemented evidence-based practices to enhance patient outcomes and streamline care processes.
- Advocated for patients' rights and needs, fostering a compassionate and supportive healthcare environment.
- Built and maintained positive working relationships with physicians and staff to support seamless healthcare operations.
- Collaborated with staff, management, and external groups to coordinate patient care.
- Facilitated continuing education and training programs to drive staff competency and professional development.
- Identified department issues to recommend corrective actions.
- Participated in management team meetings to discuss resident status, census changes, and resident complaints or concerns.
MDS Coordinator/Case Management
St. Joseph Healthcare Center
Hamtramck, MI
01.2015 - 01.2018
- Coordinate RAI process, including scheduling/completion of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) and the Care Area Assessments (CAAs)
- Maximize reimbursement
- Track and alert Director of Nursing to high risk Quality Measure areas
- Collaborate with admissions and the Business Office Manager to assure accurate assignment of insurance reimbursement categories occur
- Oversee the Medicare program to ensure certifications and re-certifications are timely
- Supervise the process of clinical authorizations and assignment of reimbursement category for Managed Care or Insurance
- Facilitate collaboration among interdisciplinary team members to ensure that clinical outcomes reflect the needs of the resident
- Ensure that documentation in the health record reflects the RAI and care plan
- Oversee and complete Level of Care Determination accurately and timely for eligible residents
- Deliver education and leadership to the interdisciplinary team in regards to the RAI, PPS and care planning process
- Coordinate resident care conference procedure
- Coordinated comprehensive assessments to ensure accurate care planning for residents.
- Led interdisciplinary team meetings to enhance communication and optimize resident outcomes.
- Monitored resident care plans, ensuring alignment with regulatory guidelines and quality standards.
Education
Master of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Minneapolis, MN01-2027
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of Phoenix
Southfield, MI01-2009
Associate of Science in Nursing - undefined
Henry Ford Community College
Dearborn, MI01-1997
Skills
- Quality Measures
- Clinical Reimbursement/Leadership
- Leadership & Development
- Medicare / Medicaid
- MDS / RAI Process
- Quality Assurance/Improvement
- Nurse education and training
- Staff recruitment and retention
Accomplishments
Increasing staff retention from 26% to 89%.
Decrease return to hospitalization rate from 22% to 14.5%.
Develop Pressure Ulcer Prevention and Bowel Movement protocol.
Affiliations
American Nurses Association
Certification
- American Red Cross – BLS, 2025
- State of MI Registered Nurse, 1997 – Present
- State of OH Registered Nurse-Multi-State Licensure, 2023-Present
Timeline
Director of Nursing
CareCore Health Center at LakeRidge
08.2025 - Current
Special Projects Director of Nursing
Signature Healthcare Services
04.2024 - 07.2025
Supervisor, MDS RN LTC
Corewell Health, Dearborn, MI
01.2021 - 01.2023
A.D.O.N./Director of Nursing
The Bay at Cranbrook
01.2018 - 01.2021
MDS Coordinator/Case Management
St. Joseph Healthcare Center
01.2015 - 01.2018
Associate of Science in Nursing - undefined
Henry Ford Community College
Master of Science - Nursing
Walden University
Bachelor of Science in Nursing -
University of Phoenix