After more than 52 years as a nurse in the Memorial Healthcare System, Barbara Williams plans on transitioning into a much-deserved retirement later this year.
Starting in 1969 as a nurses aid in the emergency department at the then Memorial Hospital, Williams’ hard work and dedication earned her many promotions, from clinical manager to interim director of the department. She currently works as quality nurse, striving to provide excellent care and have patients leave the hospital better than they came.
Williams was one of the first African-American Leaders in her department and credits the many mentors and supporters throughout the years for her growth within the system. She grew up attending segregated schools and says, “it’s important for me to be a role model for other nurses, to make sure they aren’t frightened, and help them be their best.”
In retirement, she’ll continue to have impact by mentoring young women to become confident leaders and is already thankful for the many colleagues and friends at Memorial for many wonderful years.
