Advocat Inc. announced the appointment of James R. McKnight, Jr. as the company's Executive Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, effective August 20, 2012. In his new role, Mr. McKnight will assume responsibilities for the company's financial activities including direct oversight and management of financial staff as well as long-term budgetary planning, cost management policies, acquisitions financing and banking relationships in line with the company's growth initiatives. Prior to joining the company, Mr. McKnight served as Chief Financial Officer of NuScriptRX.