John J. Watts Mph

John J. Watts has over 20 years of work experience in emergency management, environment of care, and healthcare safety. John J. currently serves as the Director for Emergency Management & Environment of Care at CaroMont Health, where they provide corporate direction and planning for emergency management and oversees all functional areas of the Environment of Care. John J. is responsible for ensuring compliance with safety regulations, conducting investigations, and developing mitigation plans. Prior to their current role, John was the Chief of Emergency Services at Dare County Emergency Services and Dare MedFlight, where they led a department of 125+ staff and managed an annual budget in excess of $12 million. John J. has also held positions at CaroMont Health, Gaston College, Lincoln County Emergency Medical Services, Carolinas Healthcare System, and worked as a paramedic in the Greater New York Area. John holds multiple certifications, including MPH, MEP, NRP, CHEC, CEDP, CHSP, and CHEP.

John J. Watts has a diverse education background in the field of crisis/emergency/disaster management and healthcare. John J. obtained a Doctor of Science degree in Crisis/Emergency/Disaster Management from Jacksonville State University, which they pursued from 2021 to 2025. Prior to that, they earned a Master of Public Health degree in Health Policy & Management: Emergency Services Administration from New York Medical College, completing it from 1997 to 1999. John also holds a Bachelor of Science degree in Organismal & Environmental Biology from SUNY New Paltz, completed in 1997, and an Associate in Science degree in Mathematics and Science from SUNY Orange, which they obtained from 1991 to 1994.

In addition to their academic qualifications, John J. Watts has obtained numerous certifications related to emergency and healthcare services. John J. is a certified North Carolina Paramedic and a National Registry Paramedic, further enhancing their expertise in emergency medical services. John J. is also an Advanced Hazardous Materials Life Support Instructor from the University of Arizona.

Furthermore, John holds several professional certifications and designations. John J. is a Certified Healthcare Emergency Professional (CHEP), a Certified Emergency and Disaster Professional (CEDP), and a Certified Healthcare Safety Professional (CHSP), all granted by the International Board for Certification of Safety Managers (IBFCSM). Additionally, they are a Certified Hospital Emergency Coordinator (CHEC-II), certified by Augusta University. John also has certifications in various specialized areas, such as FEMA Master Continuity Practitioner, Neonatal & Pediatric STABLE Provider, Active Shooter/Hostile Event Response Program Specialist, and many more.

John J. Watts' educational and certification background demonstrates their commitment and expertise in the field of crisis/emergency/disaster management and healthcare, making him a highly qualified professional in these areas.