Dominic Cuda
221 Manor View Drive Manor
Summary
Experienced healthcare professional skilled in patient care, critical thinking, and communication. Strong focus on team collaboration and achieving optimal patient outcomes. Reliable and adaptable, ensuring efficient and compassionate care in dynamic environments. Equipped with expertise in medical procedures, patient assessments, and care coordination.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Nurse
Wellspan Health- Chambersburg Hospital
Chambersburg, PA
06.2025 - Current
- Administered medications and treatments, ensuring patient safety and compliance with protocols.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop individualized care plans tailored to patient needs.
- Educated patients and families on treatment plans, promoting understanding and adherence to medical advice.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Served as a preceptor for nursing students during their clinical rotations, providing valuable real-world experience and guidance to foster professional growth.
Nursing Student
Indiana University of PA
Indiana, PA
08.2020 - 05.2025
- Conducted patient assessments and crafted individualized care plans to address specific health needs.
- Performed patient assessments and developed individualized care plans.
- Coordinated patient care with multidisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive treatment and effective communication.
- Observed changes in patient conditions and reported any concerns to supervising nurse or physician.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to coordinate patient care across departments.
- Maintained accurate documentation in electronic medical records system.
- Demonstrated knowledge of infection control practices within clinical setting.
- Balanced multiple responsibilities while delivering high-quality patient care in fast-paced environments.
- Participated in continuing education activities related to professional practice needs.
Nurse Extern
Forbes Regional Hospital
Monroeville, PA
06.2024 - 08.2024
- Recorded patient medical history and reported changes in condition to the nurse in charge.
- Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing, toileting and ambulation.
- Performed basic nursing care procedures, such as wound care and catheter insertion.
- Administered medications under the supervision of a Registered Nurse.
- Assisted RNs with complex treatments and procedures for patients.
- Served as a liaison between healthcare team members and patients and families.
- Maintained accurate documentation of all patient interactions in electronic health records system.
- Monitored laboratory test results and communicated any abnormal findings to physicians or nurses.
- Conducted educational sessions on disease prevention methods to patients and families.
- Demonstrated knowledge of infection control protocols while providing patient care services.
- Safely transported patients between hospital units using appropriate equipment. from one unit to another using proper safety techniques.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana University of Pa
Indiana, PASkills
- Direct patient care
- Medication administration
- Central Line care
- Patient assessments
- Patient education
- Telemetry monitoring
- ACLS certification
- NIHSS certification
- Precepting
Volunteer Work
- Make-A-Wish Foundation 2020-2024
- Salvation Army 2021-2024
- Fall Frenzy Philanthropy 2021-2024
- Adopt A Highway Litter Control 2020-2024
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Wellspan Health- Chambersburg Hospital
06.2025 - Current
Nurse Extern
Forbes Regional Hospital
06.2024 - 08.2024
Nursing Student
Indiana University of PA
08.2020 - 05.2025
Bachelor of Science - Nursing
Indiana University of Pa