Assistant Director of Nursing
MITCH CORNUTT
Barton Valley Nursing and Healthcare
Kyle,Texas
1
Certification
15
years of professional experience
Safety-focused professional with 10+ years of experience working in high-risk, highly regulated environments where employee and public safety, regulatory compliance, emergency response, documentation, and strict adherence to procedures were essential. Experienced supervising teams, identifying and responding to hazards and changing conditions, coordinating emergency responses, maintaining detailed records, providing employee training, enforcing established procedures, and communicating safety-critical information across multidisciplinary teams. Additional hands-on experience includes heavy equipment operation, aircraft ramp operations, materials handling, machinery, power tools, construction, maintenance, and physically demanding work. Known for remaining calm under pressure, recognizing potential problems early, communicating clearly, and maintaining a strong focus on safe and compliant operations.
Work History
Assistant Director of Nursing
4 Months- Directed nursing operations within a 126 bed facility, to maintain compliance with state regulations, survey readiness, and facility policies.
- Supervised RN, LPN, and CNA staff to support consistent resident care and workflow coverage.
- Coordinated resident assessments, care plan reviews, and interdisciplinary updates for accurate treatment planning.
- Enhanced staff performance through regular training sessions and professional development opportunities.
- Trained nursing staff on documentation, procedures, and regulatory requirements to improve care consistency.
- Developed comprehensive care plans for patients, ensuring optimal health outcomes and patient satisfaction.
- Ensured adherence to safety guidelines for both patients and staff members during all aspects of clinical operations.
- Prepared and reviewed infection control surveillance reports to identify trends and develop effective actions to control and prevent infections.
LONG-TERM CARE CHARGE NURSE
10 Months- Provide daily oversight within a high-acuity, 90+ resident long-term care and rehabilitation environment where safety, regulatory compliance, and risk management are critical.
- Supervised and coordinated four nurses and 5–8 Certified Nursing Assistants to ensure high-quality resident care.
- Monitor changing conditions and identify potential risks requiring immediate intervention or follow-up.
- Coordinated staffing and addressed staffing gaps to uphold safe and continuous operations.
- Review daily logs, electronic dashboards, clinical alerts, and documentation to identify issues requiring attention.
- Coordinate communication between frontline personnel, providers, residents, families, and facility leadership.
- Provide guidance, training, and direction to nursing personnel regarding procedures, safety, and appropriate response to changing conditions.
- Participate in care-plan meetings and provide input regarding safety, risk, and ongoing needs.
- Balanced safety requirements, staffing limitations, operational demands, and quality standards in high-pressure environment to maintain care excellence.
REGISTERED NURSE
1 Year 3 Months- Maintained responsibility for preventative health and chronic disease management activities.
- Managed preventative health and chronic disease management activities to enhance patient outcomes.
- Monitored health metrics through Type 2 diabetes dashboard, identifying follow-up opportunities to improve patient care.
- Evaluated individual needs, available resources, and appropriate services before coordinating follow-up.
- Provided education regarding health, disease prevention, treatment, and safety.
- Communicated safety- and health-related information clearly to individuals and interdisciplinary personnel.
- Worked within a highly regulated institutional environment requiring strict adherence to established policies, procedures, and safety requirements.
- Delivered clear communication of safety and health-related information to individuals and interdisciplinary teams.
- Worked effectively within a structured environment requiring accountability, situational awareness, and consistent procedural compliance.
ER / ICU / CCU FLOAT NURSE
8 Months- Worked in high-acuity emergency, intensive care, and critical care environments requiring continuous risk assessment and rapid response.
- Facilitated efficient operations in 8-bed emergency department, enhancing patient flow.
- Coordinated patient transfers, referrals, admissions, and discharges to ensure seamless care transitions.
- Adapted quickly to changing hazards, priorities, and operational conditions.
- Followed established emergency procedures and safety protocols.
- Maintained detailed documentation of events, interventions, and follow-up.
- Coordinated patient transfers, referrals, admissions, and discharges.
- Adjusted strategies to address evolving hazards, priorities, and operational conditions.
EMERGENCY ROOM NURSE / HOUSE SUPERVISOR
1 Year- Served in a supervisory role overseeing Emergency Department and Medical-Surgical operations in a critical access hospital.
- Supervised three nurses, coordinating daily activities to ensure optimal patient care.
- Remained calm and decisive during high-pressure and potentially life-threatening situations.
- Supervised three nurses and coordinated daily personnel activities.
- Managed house-supervisor reports and staffing logistics to maintain operational efficiency.
- Communicated changing conditions and operational priorities to personnel, facilitating timely responses.
- Communicated changing conditions and operational priorities to appropriate personnel.
- Supported emergency preparedness and response activities.
- Maintained accurate documentation and adherence to established procedures.
EMERGENCY ROOM NURSE
2 Months- Facilitated daily operations in the Emergency Department within a 4-bed critical access Emergency Department.
- Worked effectively in an environment where safety and rapid response were critical.
- Coordinated assignments and collaborated with multidisciplinary personnel to enhance patient outcomes.
- Ensured accurate documentation and adherence to compliance standards, supporting quality assurance in patient care.
- Maintained accurate documentation and compliance with established procedures.
- Supported operations within a 4-bed critical access Emergency Department.
EMERGENCY ROOM NURSE
11 Months- Led 3+ nurses in dynamic operations within an 8-bed Emergency Department.
- Guided team members through routine and emergency procedures to ensure optimal care.
- Identified changing conditions and communicated critical information quickly.
- Provided guidance and supervision to team members during routine and emergency operations.
- Facilitated safe operations during fluctuating demand to maintain patient care standards.
- Maintained accurate records and followed established safety and operational procedures.
REGISTERED NURSE
2 Years 11 Months- Led charge-nurse functions in 8-bed Emergency Department, ensuring effective patient care and department coordination.
- Oversaw daily scheduling, task assignments, and operations management to optimize department workflow.
- Identified changes in conditions and coordinated appropriate responses.
- Monitored patient conditions and coordinated timely responses to ensure safety and quality of care.
- Coordinated transfers, referrals, admissions, and discharges.
- Maintained documentation and compliance with established procedures and safety standards.
- Managed competing priorities in an environment requiring constant situational awareness and rapid decision-making.
RAMP HANDLER
7 Months- Managed freight and cargo handling in safety-sensitive aircraft ramp environment, ensuring compliance with safety protocols.
- Operated heavy equipment to load cargo containers onto aircraft.
- Sorted and loaded freight onto wide-body and propeller aircraft.
- Operated tug trucks to transport freight between aircraft, cargo vans, and trucks.
- Performed weight-distribution planning for aircraft loading.
- Operated heavy equipment to efficiently load cargo containers onto aircraft, facilitating timely departures.
- Secured cargo containers onto aircraft to ensure safe transport. onto aircraft.
- Executed operational procedures prioritizing equipment safety, cargo security, and effective communication, enhancing overall operational integrity.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
Skills
Safety & Risk Management
Team Supervision
Data entry
incident documentation
safety reporting
Hazard Recognition
Clinical leadership
Incident Response
Emergency Response
Regulatory Compliance
Policy & Procedure Enforcement
Safety Training & Education
Employee Orientation
Quality Assurance
Risk Mitigation
Process Compliance
Corrective-Action Thinking
Emergency Preparedness
Equipment Safety
Cross-Functional Coordination
Machine operation
Power tools
Hand tools
Scheduled maintenance
Mechanical knowledge
Materials handling
Equipment operation
Physically demanding work
Workplace safety
Microsoft Word
EMR Systems
Certification
- Advantage Certified Wound Nurse
- TNCC Certification
- BLS Certification
- CPR Certification
- Valid Driver’s License
- Registered Nursing license.
Timeline
Assistant Director of Nursing
Barton Valley Nursing and Healthcare
07.2026 - CurrentRead More
LONG-TERM CARE CHARGE NURSE
Sterling Hills Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center
09.2025 - 07.2026Read More
REGISTERED NURSE
Federal Bureau of Prisons
03.2024 - 06.2025Read More
ER / ICU / CCU FLOAT NURSE
Scenic Mountain Medical Center
07.2023 - 03.2024Read More
EMERGENCY ROOM NURSE / HOUSE SUPERVISOR
Mitchell County Hospital
07.2022 - 07.2023Read More
EMERGENCY ROOM NURSE
Ward Memorial Hospital
04.2022 - 06.2022Read More
EMERGENCY ROOM NURSE
Rolling Plains Memorial Hospital
05.2021 - 04.2022Read More
REGISTERED NURSE
Scenic Mountain Medical Center
06.2018 - 05.2021Read More
RAMP HANDLER
FedEx
02.2012 - 09.2012Read More
Howard College
Associate of Applied Science from Nursing
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