Riverside Walter Reed Hospital, Gloucester, announced last week the appointment of Lanell Williams, RN, MSN, as the new Chief Nursing Officer at the hospital. In this role, she will have executive leadership for nursing functions at RWRH.

Williams has been with RWRH for more than 29 years. She has served in a variety of nursing roles and nursing leadership roles, including the Assistant Chief Nursing Officer (ACNO), Director of Critical Care Unit, Manager of Medical/Surgical Department, and Manager of Inpatient Services.

More recently, Williams was the Interim CNO, demonstrating exceptional leadership, dedication and a deep commitment to the patients and team members at RWRH.

“Lanell’s experience and unwavering commitment to quality care have made a significant impact on RWRH,” said Shelly Johnson, president of RWRH. “I am excited to welcome her into her new role as CNO and I know that our providers, team members and patients at RWRH will benefit greatly from her leadership.”...