Scott Davis
Carl Albert Community Mental Health Center
Krebs,OK
1
Certification
27
years of professional experience
I am applying for Director of Nursing position at Carl Albert Community Mental Health Center.
I am a knowledgeable Nurse Manager with excellent conflict resolution and problem-solving abilities demonstrated across a 26 year career history. Keeps units running at peak efficiency, quality and performance. Excellent communication and coordination skills.
I have worked in several different positions on our Inpatient unit and knowledgeable with those positions.
I have supervised Mental Health Techs for a year before becoming Nurse Manager.
Seasoned nursing professional offering proven clinical knowledge, natural interpersonal strengths and technical abilities. Knowledgeable about Electronic Medical Record charting, medication administration and interdisciplinary collaboration focused on optimizing patient care and support. Quality-focused and efficiency-driven leader.
Work History
Director of Nursing
5 Years 6 Months- Led nursing staff in providing comprehensive mental health care to diverse patient populations.
- Developed and implemented evidence-based clinical protocols to enhance patient outcomes.
- Oversaw compliance with regulatory standards and quality assurance measures within the facility.
- Mentored nursing leadership team, fostering professional development and improving staff retention rates.
- Oversaw and approved recruitment, hiring and orientation of new nursing staff.
- Worked closely administration to develop and implement best practices to improve patient outcomes.
- Supervise 10 nurses on 16 bed Inpatient unit.
- Supervise 5 Kitchen staff members and 2 recreational activities staff.
- Review and report on Critical Incidents that happen at the facility.
- Established new policies and updated existing policies to improve standard of care for patients.
- Increased patient satisfaction scores by fostering a compassionate and supportive environment within the nursing department.
Nurse Manager
2 Years 7 Months- Reviewed department performance and adjusted coverage to compensate for changing conditions
- Established and continuously optimized unit schedules and individual work assignments
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety
- Investigated and independently resolved complaints from staff, physicians and patients by leveraging clinical judgment and unit management expertise
- Educated patients and caregivers on healthcare protocols and processes
- Managed 10 nurses in Inpatient unit handling needs of 15 patients
- Collected blood, tissue and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations
- Participated in education activities, including evidence-based practice project implementation, nursing competency development and nursing simulation activities
- Audited charts and reviewed clinical documents to verify accuracy
- Help with gathering information for performance improvement reports
Registered Nurse
2 Years- Delivered outstanding care to patients with various diagnoses and managed care from treatment initiation through to completion
- Facilitated therapeutic communication, conflict resolution and crisis intervention by redirecting negative behaviors and helping patients regain or improve coping abilities to prevent further disability
- Administered medications and treatment to patients and monitored responses while working with healthcare teams to adjust care plans
- Equipped patients with tools and knowledge needed for speedy and sustained recovery
- Cared for patients in 15 bed unit, supporting fellow nurses in delivering outstanding treatment to patients
- Collected blood and other laboratory specimens and prepared for lab testing
- Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations
- Partnered with physicians, social workers, activity therapists, nutritionists and case managers to develop and implement individualized care plans and documented all patient interactions and interventions in electronic charting systems
- Performed ongoing assessments to evaluate mental health needs, working with multidisciplinary team to develop, initiate, manage and modify individualized plans of care
- Trained new nurses in proper techniques, care standards, operational procedures and safety protocols to optimize performance and safety
- Educated patients, families and caregivers on diagnosis and prognosis, treatment options, disease process and management and lifestyle options
- Helped find bed placement for consumers when none were available at this hospital
Licensed Practical Nurse
4 Years 9 Months- Prepared medication for 15 consumers
- Take vital signs
- Use of glucose machine and kept log up to date and report to provider abnormalities
- Administer insulin as needed and ordered
- Noted and reconciled medication
- Communicate with Providers
- Administer IM/PO medication
- Able to do Quick Toxicology drug screens
- Medication teaching to consumers
- Complete wound care when needed
- Electronic documentation
- Minimized staff and patient infection risk by cleaning and disinfecting equipment instruments
- Updated infection control logs for consumers and staff
Patient Care Assistant
12 Years- Provided services to consumers
- Did paper and electronic charting
- Take vital signs and report to charge nurse and medication nurse with any that were out of normal range
- Ensured safety for 28 bed unit then down sized to 15 bed unit
- Escorted consumer to meals and to group activities
- Completed hourly room and safety checks
- Complete all admission paperwork required
- Talked and listen to consumers
- Assisted consumers with Activities of Daily living
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Nursing
Skills
Staff leadership
Utilization review
Direct patient care
Electronic charting expertise
Staff assignments
Collecting vitals
Therapeutic Options Instructor
CPR certified
Recruiting and Hiring
Staff supervision
Schedule management
Certification
- CPR certified through American Heart Association
- Registered Nurse in Oklahoma since 2016
- Therapeutic Options Instructor since 2018
Timeline
Director of Nursing
Carl Albert Community Mental Health Center
02.2021 - CurrentRead More
Nurse Manager
Carl Albert Community Mental Health Center
06.2018 - 01.2021Read More
Registered Nurse
Carl Albert Community Mental Health Center
06.2016 - 06.2018Read More
Licensed Practical Nurse
Carl Albert Community Mental Health Center
09.2011 - 06.2016Read More
Patient Care Assistant
Carl Albert Community Mental Health Center
09.1999 - 09.2011Read More
Eastern Oklahoma State College
Associate Degree in Nursing from Nursing
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