Shellie Williams

Shellie B. Williams is the nurse executive and vice president of nursing at Kennedy Krieger Institute. She has a 30-year tenure with the organization, progressing through various nursing leadership roles.1 Williams is responsible for maintaining and advancing a professional nursing environment at the Institute, ensuring the nursing workforce provides safe, quality care.1

Key points about Shellie Williams:

1. Education and Certifications:

   • Bachelor's degree in nursing from Hampton University
   • Master's degrees in nursing and healthcare administration from the University of Phoenix
   • Certified Registered Rehabilitation Nurse (CRRN)

2. Professional Roles:

   • President of the Maryland Association for Health Care Recruitment (MAHCR) for the past two years
   • Member of the Maryland Organization of Nurse Leaders
   • Holds an adjunct appointment with the Johns Hopkins University School of Nursing

3. Achievements:

   • Led MAHCR to receive Platinum Chapter recognition by the National Association for Health Care Recruitment for two consecutive years
   • Contributes to strategic planning as a member of Kennedy Krieger Institute's senior leadership team

4. Career History:

   • Began her career at Mercy Health - Jewish Hospital in Cincinnati, Ohio
   • Has been with Kennedy Krieger Institute for about 32 and a half years2

5. Leadership Philosophy:

   • Focuses on mentoring, collaboration, and innovation in patient care
   • Advocates for diversity of thought and women in leadership positions2

Williams is known for her commitment to nursing excellence, leadership development, and advancing the Institute's mission in providing quality care for patients with developmental and intellectual disabilities.