Emily Williamson
Decatur
Summary
Dedicated healthcare professional known for strong team leadership, collaborative team player, and quality improvement initiatives. Proven ability to enhance patient care through effective communication and operational efficiencies.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Nurse Manager
Emory Healthcare
Atlanta
06.2021 - Current
- Led team of nurse coordinators and PCCs in expansion of lung transplant program, enhancing service capacity.
- Coordinated with multiple hospital systems to provide seamless care for complex patient population, improving continuity of care.
- Led QAPI projects that enhanced patient care and survival outcomes.
- Developed and implemented innovative bundled scheduling process to streamline multi-step operations.
- Served as primary contact for UNOS and CMS audits, conducting thorough chart reviews and staff interviews to ensure compliance.
- Maintained compliance with all relevant regulations throughout auditing processes.
Transplant Coordinator
Emory Healthcare
Atlanta
09.2008 - 06.2021
- Coordinated patient evaluations and outside testing for organ transplant eligibility and readiness.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to facilitate movement through the pre-transplant process.
- Educated patients and families on all phases of the lung transplant journey and post-operative care.
- Maintained accurate medical records and documentation in compliance with regulations.
- Onboarded new coordinators to the team.
Home infusion nurse/Account Executive
Primecare Home Infusion
Norcross
05.2007 - 05.2008
- Delivered exceptional patient care as home infusion nurse, mastering IV medication administration and peripheral IV placement.
- Educated patients and families on proper use of home infusion equipment.
Performed sterile dressing changes for central lines to maintain patient safety.
Triaged patient phone calls to troubleshoot issues and assess need for nursing visits. - Marketed PrimeCare services to hospitals and physician’s offices in Atlanta to boost patient referrals.
Outreach Nurse
Hemophilia of Georgia
Roswell
10.2005 - 05.2007
- Educated clients, families, community members, and medical personnel about bleeding disorders to enhance understanding and support.
- Managed 215 clients in designated area, providing education, performing infusions, advocating for needs, and securing resources to improve client outcomes.
Staff Nurse, Emergency Department
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
Atlanta
05.2001 - 10.2005
- Delivered emergency care to pediatric patients during critical situations, ensuring timely interventions
- Mastered assessment and clinical skills in highly varied pediatric population
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Emory University
Atlanta, GA05.2001
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Georgia
GA12.1998
Skills
- Team collaboration
- Quality improvement
- Effective communication
- Problem solving
- Team leadership
Timeline
Nurse Manager
Emory Healthcare
06.2021 - Current
Transplant Coordinator
Emory Healthcare
09.2008 - 06.2021
Home infusion nurse/Account Executive
Primecare Home Infusion
05.2007 - 05.2008
Outreach Nurse
Hemophilia of Georgia
10.2005 - 05.2007
Staff Nurse, Emergency Department
Children's Healthcare of Atlanta
05.2001 - 10.2005
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Emory University
Bachelor of Science - Biology
University of Georgia