Marcus Davis
Mcdonugh
Summary
Dynamic Clinical Nurse Manager with a proven track record at Piedmont Atlanta Hospital, excelling in budget management and staff development. Achieved an 18% reduction in post-surgical complications through innovative patient care strategies. A collaborative leader committed to enhancing quality assurance and operational efficiency in fast-paced healthcare environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Clinical Nurse Manager
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
10.2024 - Current
- Leadership & Team Management: Lead a multidisciplinary team of 120+ nurses in a fast-paced 51-bed post-surgical unit, ensuring delivery of high-quality patient care
- Supervise and mentor nursing staff, providing ongoing education, performance feedback, and fostering a supportive work environment
- Operational Oversight: Manage daily operations, including staff scheduling, resource allocation, and workflow optimization, ensuring compliance with hospital policies and regulatory standards
- Spearhead unit-level quality improvement initiatives that enhance patient safety and care delivery
- Patient Care Coordination: Oversee the coordination of care for post-surgical patients, ensuring timely interventions, appropriate discharge planning, and effective pain management
- Monitor patient outcomes, track complications, and implement evidence-based practices to minimize readmissions
- Budget & Resource Management: Assist in the development and monitoring of the unit's budget, ensuring optimal utilization of resources while maintaining high standards of patient care
- Identify cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality
- Successfully reduced post-surgical complications by 18% through the implementation of targeted patient care strategies
- Led a patient satisfaction improvement project that resulted in a 15% increase in positive feedback on post-operative care
Clinical Supervisor- interim manager
Piedmont Henry Hospital
Stockbridge
12.2023 - 10.2024
- Evaluated and improved program services for better patient outcomes
- Managed 90-bed facility via strategic staffing solutions
- Ensured legal and ethical practice compliance
- Handled interim manager duties, improving operational efficiency
- Developed staff through targeted coaching, enhancing performance
Traveling Emergency Room Nurse
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
Atlanta
09.2022 - 12.2023
- Coordinated care for a diverse patient population, including Behavioral Health and Stroke Alert cases
- Implemented patient preparedness protocols, reducing wait times
- Adjusted treatment plans with precision, ensuring high-quality care
Clinic Health Care Coordinator
Empowerment Resource Center
Atlanta
01.2021 - 01.2023
- Spearheaded the development of a digital tracking system, boosting efficiency
- Conducted risk assessments to improve infection control standards
- Analyzed clinical data to optimize quality assurance processes
- Initiated safer sex interventions, enrolling patients in PrEP/PEP programs
Traveling Emergency Room Nurse
Faststaff Nursing Agency
05.2022 - 09.2022
- Orchestrated nursing unit management, delivering superior patient care
- Enhanced ER operations, improving patient flow and treatment quality
- Supported staff, fostering a supportive and productive team atmosphere
- Pioneered patient preparedness protocols, ensuring accurate diagnostics
- Managed budget, ensuring fiscal compliance and operational success
Traveling Emergency Room Nurse
AMN Healthcare
Greenville
11.2021 - 04.2022
- Coordinated comprehensive care for 4 patients, optimizing health outcomes
- Innovatively restructured ER procedures as Charge Nurse, boosting efficiency
- Fostered team skills through dedicated mentorship, enhancing emergency care protocols
- Safely administered medication, demonstrating meticulous attention to detail
- Partnered in high-pressure situations, ensuring swift response in critical care scenarios
Emergency Room Trauma Registered Nurse
Carilion Clinic Level One Trauma Center
Roanoke
11.2020 - 11.2021
- Ensured cost-efficient care coordination for 4 patients, optimizing outcomes
- Provided primary care for patients with diverse health emergencies
- Initiated protocols for adult and pediatric patients through bedside triage
- Improved patient care by implementing advanced monitoring techniques
Patient Advocate- RN-Enrollment Specialist
Positive Impact Health Centers
Atlanta
01.2020 - 01.2021
- Oversaw a caseload of 2,000+ patients, guaranteeing timely government benefits
- Increased patient retention by 65% via enhanced complaint processes
- Expedited treatment and referral authorizations, improving service speed
- Encouraged team collaboration, elevating patient satisfaction
Patient Care Tech/Unit Secretary
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
Atlanta
01.2018 - 01.2019
- Communicated effectively with patients, managing 10-15 daily interactions
- Conducted diagnostic procedures including EKGs and urinalysis, contributing to patient care
- Managed urgent patient needs promptly, improving unit efficiency
- Collaborated with healthcare teams to enhance service quality
Emergency Room/ Patient Care Tech
WellStar Hospital
Austell
01.2016 - 01.2018
- Transcribed medical orders efficiently, ensuring accuracy
- Administered immunizations, protecting vulnerable populations from diseases
- Performed clinical tasks, enhancing patient comfort and satisfaction
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Salt Lake City, Utah04.2022
Associates of Science - Nursing
Breckinridge Nursing School
Tampa, FL06.2016
Skills
- Budget Management
- Regulatory Compliance
- Staff Development
- Operational Analysis
- Strategic Planning
- Quality Assurance
- Patient Care Coordination
- Clinical Research
- Resource Allocation
- Healthcare Administration
- Effective Communication
- Problem Solving
- Team Collaboration
- Risk Management
- Critical Thinking
- Patient care coordination
Certification
- Advanced Life Cardiac Support
- Pediatric Advanced Life Support
- Basic Life Support
- Trauma Nurse Certified
- Emergency Pediatric Certified Nursing
- NIH Stroke Scale
- Culturally & Linguistic Competent Care
- Culturally and Linguistically Competent Organizations
- Healthcare Guidance for Medical Case Managers
- Communication & Language Services
- Motivational Interview
- Cultural Awareness
- Mental Health and HIV Treatment and Care
- Protecting Children in Georgia
- Crisis Intervention & Counseling
- Common Mental Health Disorders: People Living with HIV
- Healthy Relationships (CDC)
- Professional Development and Life Coach
Personal Information
Title: Nurse Manager
Timeline
Clinical Nurse Manager
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
10.2024 - Current
Clinical Supervisor- interim manager
Piedmont Henry Hospital
12.2023 - 10.2024
Traveling Emergency Room Nurse
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
09.2022 - 12.2023
Traveling Emergency Room Nurse
Faststaff Nursing Agency
05.2022 - 09.2022
Traveling Emergency Room Nurse
AMN Healthcare
11.2021 - 04.2022
Clinic Health Care Coordinator
Empowerment Resource Center
01.2021 - 01.2023
Emergency Room Trauma Registered Nurse
Carilion Clinic Level One Trauma Center
11.2020 - 11.2021
Patient Advocate- RN-Enrollment Specialist
Positive Impact Health Centers
01.2020 - 01.2021
Patient Care Tech/Unit Secretary
Piedmont Atlanta Hospital
01.2018 - 01.2019
Emergency Room/ Patient Care Tech
WellStar Hospital
01.2016 - 01.2018
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Western Governors University
Associates of Science - Nursing
Breckinridge Nursing School
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