Cathy Williamson
Gainesville,FL
Summary
Operations-focused Project Manager and Executive Paralegal with expertise in managing facilities and properties across multiple locations. Strong track record in overseeing budgets, vendor relationships, and compliance documentation while enhancing administrative workflows. Bilingual in Spanish, facilitating effective communication in diverse environments.
Overview
1
1
Certification
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager/Paralegal (immigration)/Administrator/Property Manager
The Strategic Group
Gainesville, FL
07.2017 - Current
- Collaborated with executive leadership on project coordination, quarterly budget planning, and vendor documentation, aligning corporate operational priorities while supporting immigration cases for stakeholders.
- Managed facilities and property operations for Gainesville offices and nationwide locations, overseeing inspections, maintenance coordination, and vendor management to ensure operational efficiency.
- Hire, supervise, and assign duties to maintenance staff while contracting and managing third-party service providers for repairs, upkeep, and compliance needs.
- Administered leasing and property transactions, showcasing properties, clarifying occupancy terms, collecting rent, processing payments, and coordinating taxes and maintenance fees to facilitate smooth tenant experiences.
- Led contract documentation, negotiations, and administrative execution for leases and potential property sales using an active real estate license.
Executive Paralegal
The Strategic Group
Gainesville, FL
07.2015 - 07.2017
- Provided senior-level legal and executive administrative support to the General Counsel and Executive Team across corporate and legal operations.
- Coordinated and documented executive meetings, preparing confidential board materials and minutes to facilitate effective decision-making.
- Managed executive calendars, travel arrangements, and expense reporting while coordinating internal and external meetings and conferences for streamlined operations.
- Handled highly sensitive correspondence and confidential information with discretion while supporting monthly and quarterly board activities.
- Maintained corporate records and regulatory filings, ensuring compliance with annual corporate registration requirements and accuracy of documentation.
Project Paralegal
Florida Institutional Legal Services
Newberry, FL
07.2008 - 07.2015
- Assisted incarcerated individuals across Florida with legal issues, enhancing access to justice within a state-funded legal aid organization.
- Guided individuals preparing for release with county-level resources and public benefits information, facilitating successful reintegration into the community.
- Supported Social Security Disability cases at the hearing level, assisting with documentation preparation and case coordination.
- Ensured timely submission of legal and administrative documentation while maintaining accurate case records, supporting efficient case management.
- Collaborated with attorneys and internal teams to support client advocacy and compliance with legal standards.
ICU Nurse Technician
North Florida Regional Medical Center
Gainesville, FL
01.2012 - 10.2014
- Collaborated with ICU nurses, physicians, and on-call faculty to improve patient safety and optimize care delivery.
- Assisted ICU nursing staff and physicians with vital signs monitoring, blood glucose testing, and patient assessments to enhance patient care.
- Documented clinical information and streamlined patient care workflows in a high-acuity environment.
- Assisted with EKG setup and monitoring, ensuring accurate placement and data collection.
- Followed strict hospital protocols related to patient handling, equipment use, and confidentiality.
Supervisor/Manager
Financial Healthcare Associates
Gainesville, FL
01.2007 - 01.2008
- Managed daily operations to secure funding resources for uninsured patients, improving access to necessary healthcare services.
- Led healthcare financial assistance staff across multiple hospital facilities, enhancing support for uninsured patients.
- Acted as liaison among hospital partners, staff, and financial assistance programs, facilitating effective communication and coordination.
- Coordinated applications for Medicaid, HCRA, Social Security, and additional financial assistance programs.
- Ensured compliance with hospital and government documentation requirements.
Medicaid Eligibility Screening Representative
Financial Healthcare Associates
Gainesville, FL
01.2005 - 01.2007
- Completed and submitted Medicaid and public assistance applications to support hospital billing needs.
- Screened hospital patients for eligibility in charity and government assistance programs, facilitating access to necessary financial support.
- Educated patients on available financial aid options and documentation requirements, empowering them to navigate assistance applications effectively.
- Maintained accurate records and ensured timely processing of applications to support efficient patient access to care.
- Collaborated with hospital intake and administrative teams to support patient access to care.
Senior Health Support Tech
University of Florida
Gainesville, FL
01.2002 - 01.2005
- Executed clinical duties, including EKGs, blood draws, and blood pressure readings, ensuring accurate data entry and patient care.
- Ensured compliance with research protocols, patient confidentiality, and data accuracy standards.
- Documented nurse notes and research findings with precision to support study integrity.
- Coordinated management of breast biopsy slides and clinical materials to facilitate research workflows.
- Supported the Women’s Health Initiative research study involving participants ages 64–88.
Education
Bachelors of Science -
University of FL
01-2002
Associate of Arts -
01-1999
Skills
- Project & Facilities Management
- Budget management
- Lease Negotiation Strategies
- Regulatory Compliance Management
- Property management
- Records management
- Stakeholder communication
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Team leadership
- Problem solving
- Detail orientation
- Confidential Information Handling
Certification
- Driver's License
- Real Estate Agent
- State of Florida Public Notary
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint), QuickBooks, OneDrive, PracticePanther, PeopleSoft, CMS platforms, Social Security ERE, Windows OS, Hospital Information Systems (HIS), BisObjects, Imaging, DDE, Medifax, FEMS, and related enterprise systems.
Languages
Spanish
Timeline
Project Manager/Paralegal (immigration)/Administrator/Property Manager
The Strategic Group
07.2017 - Current
Executive Paralegal
The Strategic Group
07.2015 - 07.2017
ICU Nurse Technician
North Florida Regional Medical Center
01.2012 - 10.2014
Project Paralegal
Florida Institutional Legal Services
07.2008 - 07.2015
Supervisor/Manager
Financial Healthcare Associates
01.2007 - 01.2008
Medicaid Eligibility Screening Representative
Financial Healthcare Associates
01.2005 - 01.2007
Senior Health Support Tech
University of Florida
01.2002 - 01.2005
Bachelors of Science -
University of FL