David Blackmon
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Crisis Prevention Officer
Western State Hospital
10.2022 - Current
- Responsible for always supporting the safety culture initiatives on the units being an active team player.
- Respond in a professional and therapeutic manner to various incidents and emergencies as trained.
- Assist & Support the Nursing Department and Public Safety peers, as needed with unit acuity.
- Participate appropriately in implementation of patient behavior support plans.
- Engage patients in a genuine humane and professional manner and consistently interact with patients to build a positive rapport.
- Utilize good negotiation skills, in de-escalating problematic patient behaviors and display respect and empathy when engaged with others.
- Generated reports detailing findings and recommendations.
- Once a Code Purple incident had concluded on a unit, one of the responding CPOs will be required to stand-by on the unit for additional 15 minutes to ensure the matter does not re-escalate. Prior to departure the CPO will check in with unit Charge Nurse to ensure the milieu is safe.
- Responsible for assessing acuity in real time throughout the hospital and consulting with charge staff on each unit and adjusting with CPO recourses as needed.
- Attended personnel meetings and training sessions to improve skills and learn new policies and procedures.
Founder/ CEO
Guardian's Three LLC
04.2018 - 01.2023
- Developed strong partnerships with other individuals or businesses to allow for collaboration and more significant opportunities for growth.
- Identified business development challenges and customer concerns for proactive resolution.
- Defined company roles and responsibilities to establish and enhance processes.
- Interacted and came up with a game plan with the board to help our clients get the best quality service for the most reasonable prices.
- Created succession plans to provide continuity of operations during leadership transitions.
PNA
Western State Hospital
06.2021 - 10.2022
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Worked well in a team setting, providing support and guidance.
Assembly Line Technician
Comsonics
09.2019 - 01.2021
- Assembled and aligned parts and fixtures using hand and power tools.
- Performed assembly of products according to specifications and instructions.
- Worked directly with QA personnel to identify and correct defects.
- Executed regular tests and inspection procedures to assemble products according to specifications.
- Maintained accurate records of parts used in assembly process to enable tracking history and store consistent information.
Store Manager
Metro By T-Mobile
11.2018 - 03.2019
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
- Monitored cash intake and deposit records, increasing accuracy, and reducing discrepancies.
- Supervised day-to-day operations to meet performance, quality and service expectations.
- Create a positive and productive work environment for employees.
- Educated customers and employees on products and promotions throughout the store and franchise.
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Small Medium Business Ambassador
The Wireless Center, Verizon Premium Retailer
05.2017 - 09.2018
- Greeted customers and clients to create welcoming atmosphere.
- Promoted good customer relations and premier customer satisfaction by demonstrating a friendly, neighborhood attitude.
- Engaged guests in conversation to offer hospitality, aid in service recovery and create rapport with the customers.
Store Manager
Divide Mobile/Boost Mobile
09.2015 - 03.2017
- Managed inventory control, cash control, and store opening and closing procedures.
- Managed store employees successfully in fast-paced environment through proactive communication and positive feedback.
- Completed point of sale opening and closing procedures.
- Rotated merchandise and displays to feature new products and promotions.
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Cashier/Stocker Associate
Follett Higher Education
12.2009 - 08.2016
- Greeted customers entering store and responded promptly to customer needs.
- Built relationships with customers to encourage repeat business.
- Operated cash register for cash, check, and credit card transactions with excellent accuracy levels.
- Welcomed customers and helped determine their needs.
- Helped customers complete purchases, locate items, and join reward programs.
- Stocked, tagged and displayed merchandise as needed
- Set positive example for team members by providing high-quality, efficient service.
- Mentored junior employees to improve performance, food safety, and customer service.
Education
High School Diploma -
Robert E. Lee High School
Staunton, VA06.2006
Timeline
Crisis Prevention Officer
Western State Hospital
10.2022 - Current
PNA
Western State Hospital
06.2021 - 10.2022
Assembly Line Technician
Comsonics
09.2019 - 01.2021
Store Manager
Metro By T-Mobile
11.2018 - 03.2019
Founder/ CEO
Guardian's Three LLC
04.2018 - 01.2023
Small Medium Business Ambassador
The Wireless Center, Verizon Premium Retailer
05.2017 - 09.2018
Store Manager
Divide Mobile/Boost Mobile
09.2015 - 03.2017
Cashier/Stocker Associate
Follett Higher Education
12.2009 - 08.2016
High School Diploma -
Robert E. Lee High School