Crystal Williams
St. Matthews
Summary
Dynamic healthcare professional with extensive experience in nursing care, interdisciplinary collaboration, and patient assessment. Proven ability to apply critical thinking and effective communication skills to achieve optimal patient outcomes. Holds a Master\'s in Nursing and ready to leverage leadership and decision-making expertise to deliver comprehensive care and enhance patient experiences. Committed to fostering a compassionate environment that prioritizes patient well-being and promotes collaborative healthcare practices.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Williams J. McCord Adolescent Treatment Facility
06.2025 - 09.2025
- Delivered non-judgmental and non-discriminatory care sensitive to patient diversity, preserving dignity and rights.
- Performed therapeutic nursing interventions to promote patient well-being.
- Administered medications and treatments according to physician orders.
- Used computers to complete necessary patient charts and documentation on patients' progress.
- Administered medications to patients and monitored for reactions or side effects.
- Maintained confidentiality in patient matters to comply with HIPAA guidelines and measures.
- Assessed and evaluated patient physical, mental, and emotional status to assist with care needs.
- Maintained a safe environment by adhering to infection control guidelines and safety protocols.
Registered Nurse & Utilization Specialist
Waypoint Recovery Center
09.2022 - 06.2025
- Responsible for providing nursing care to patients.
- Supervising care treatment and services of patient care provided by LPNs, CNAs, and other staff on assigned units and shifts.
- Developing, implementing, and evaluating an individual plan of care for each client.
- Assessment and re-assessment of patients.
- Communicate appropriate information with the interdisciplinary team, promptly reporting client concerns and condition changes to the supervisor and physician.
- Demonstrated strong communication skills to collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure optimal patient outcomes.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess changes in patient conditions, recognize complications and intervene appropriately.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Professional Case Management
12.2020 - 02.2021
- Administer medications, treatments, documentation of health status, and monitor vital signs and overall condition in the comfort of their home while maintaining a safe environment.
Police Officer
Estill Police Department
12.2017 - 04.2018
- Patrol within the city limits to prevent crime and detect law violations.
- Provide public safety by maintaining order, responding to emergencies, protecting people and properties, enforcing motor vehicle and criminal laws, and promoting good community relations.
Team Lead Crisis Counselor
Carolina United Program
12.2016 - 12.2017
- Supervise Crisis Counselors, and provide daily leadership, guidance, and technical training to ensure Counselors are aware of all disaster-related informational resources available for dissemination to the communities.
- Provide weekly reports on interactions with survivors.
- Screen and assess clients, identify appropriate resources, and connect clients to assistance.
- Engage the public to comply with the standards set forth by FEMA, the South Carolina Department of Mental Health (SCDMH), and the Carolina United Project.
- Maintain strict client confidentiality and provide follow-up to facilitate survivors' return to a pre-disaster level of well-being.
Assessment/Investigator
Aiken County Department of Social Services
01.2015 - 05.2015
- Responded to intake reports and determined the immediate risk to a child.
- Interview families facing allegations of abuse, neglect, and maltreatment.
- Responded to allegations of abuse, neglect, abandonment, and special conditions; determined finding and worked closely with community service providers; arranged emergency placement for at-risk children and participated in court and mediation hearings.
Education
High School -
Calhoun County High School
SCMSN-FNP - Nursing Candidate
Claflin University
Orangeburg, SC, US08.2025
BSN program - US
Claflin University
Orangeburg, SC, US06.2023
ADN program - US
Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College
SC05.2022
PN program - US
Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College
SC08.2020
General Courses - US
Denmark Technical College
SC06.2018
BA - Human Services
Burlington College
VT05.2005
Diploma - US
06.1988
Skills
- Critique, evaluate and synthesize theoretical or scientific findings for continuous improvement in nursing care across diverse settings
- Demonstrate leadership in ethical and clinical decision-making, applying quality principles within organizational framework
- Implement research outcomes to resolve practice problems and disseminate findings effectively within the practice setting
- Communicate, collaborate, and consult with other health professionals to manage and coordinate holistic patient care
- Provide culturally competent care, respecting clients' cultural, spiritual, ethnic, gender and diversity in a global society
- Employ advocacy and health policy strategies to influence healthcare and improve community health outcomes
Certification
- Associate Degree Nursing, SC Labor, Licensing Regulations, Columbia, South Carolina, 06/01/22
- Practical Nursing, SC Labor, Licensing Regulations, Columbia, South Carolina, 09/01/20
- BLS Instructor-American Heart Association, 08/2025
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Williams J. McCord Adolescent Treatment Facility
06.2025 - 09.2025
Registered Nurse & Utilization Specialist
Waypoint Recovery Center
09.2022 - 06.2025
Licensed Practical Nurse
Professional Case Management
12.2020 - 02.2021
Police Officer
Estill Police Department
12.2017 - 04.2018
Team Lead Crisis Counselor
Carolina United Program
12.2016 - 12.2017
Assessment/Investigator
Aiken County Department of Social Services
01.2015 - 05.2015
MSN-FNP - Nursing Candidate
Claflin University
BSN program - US
Claflin University
ADN program - US
Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College
PN program - US
Orangeburg Calhoun Technical College
General Courses - US
Denmark Technical College
BA - Human Services
Burlington College
Diploma - US
High School -
Calhoun County High School