Janet Williams

Janet Williams, BSN, RN has a diverse work experience in the healthcare industry. Janet currently serves as an Area Business Director at Ardelyx, Inc. since November 2022. Prior to this, Janet worked at Akebia Therapeutics from 2018 to 2022, holding positions such as Senior Renal Sales Specialist and Akebia Representative. Before that, they worked at Keryx Biopharmaceuticals, Inc. as a Renal Sales Specialist from 2017 to 2018.

Janet's experience also includes working at Fresenius Medical Care North America, where they served as a Charge Nurse and Float Nurse. As a Charge Nurse, they managed a clinic with 124+ patients, ensuring CMS recertification, staff training, and maintaining relationships with local care facilities. Janet took initiative by optimizing clinic layout, staffing, infection control practices, and promoting patient comfort and care. Janet also worked as a Float Nurse, providing dialysis to over 500 patients, assessing patients, administering medication, and assisting with monthly reports.

Earlier in their career, Janet worked at Harper Hospital as a Cardiovascular Intensive Care Nurse. In this role, they provided intermediate to critical care for post-cardiac intervention and other cardiac-related cases. Janet also acted as a charge nurse, delegating tasks and participating in codes and cardioversions.

Overall, Janet Williams, BSN, RN has demonstrated a strong background in renal sales, healthcare management, and critical care nursing throughout their career.

Janet Williams, BSN, RN has a diverse education history in the field of healthcare. Janet received their Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) from the University of Detroit Mercy in 2013. Prior to that, they completed their Pre-Nursing Studies at Oakland Community College in 2010.

Before pursuing their nursing education, Janet obtained a Bachelor of Science (BS) in Biology, General from Eastern Michigan University in 2011. This academic background likely provided their with a strong foundation in biological sciences.

Recently, in 2021, Janet began pursuing a Master of Business Administration (MBA) degree in Business Administration and Management, General from the University of Massachusetts Lowell. This indicates their interest in expanding their knowledge and skills beyond the clinical aspect of healthcare and venturing into the business side of the industry.

In terms of certifications, Janet is a Registered Nurse, having obtained their registration from the Virginia Board of Nursing in March 2014. Janet has also obtained the "ECCO certified: Essentials of Critical Care Orientation" certification from the AACN (American Association of Critical-Care Nurses). Additionally, they hold a NIH Stroke Certification from the National Institutes of Health.

Overall, Janet Williams, BSN, RN has demonstrated a commitment to ongoing education and a desire to acquire a diverse skill set in the field of healthcare.