Curtis Cuda
Linden,USA
Summary
Dedicated Registered Nurse delivering high-quality care to diverse patient populations. Collaborates with multidisciplinary teams to enhance patient outcomes and ensure compliance with health regulations. Committed to educating patients and families to promote understanding and health management.
Overview
26
26
years of professional experience
Work History
Assistant Director of Nursing
Mineral Point Health services
Mineral Point, WI
05.2025 - 03.2026
- Supervised nursing staff to ensure compliance with health regulations and standards.
- Assessed clinical staff competency to promote quality continuity and safety.
- Collaborated with multidisciplinary teams to establish best practices for patient care delivery.
- Implemented infection control measures according to established protocols.
- Ensured orientation of new hires and ongoing training for existing staff.
- Evaluated staffing needs based on patient census and acuity levels.
Registered Nurse
Mineral Point Health services
Mineral Point, WI
09.2024 - 04.2025
- Delivered direct nursing care to geriatric patients with complex medical conditions.
- Collaborated with physical, occupational, and speech therapists to ensure optimal resident care.
- Completed all charting accurately and within designated timeframes.
- Conducted educational sessions for residents and families as required.
Registered Nurse
Oakwood Village Skilled Nursing
Madison, WI
12.2023 - 09.2024
- Providing direct nursing care to geriatric population with multiple disease processes that were either there for rehabilitation or permanent placement.
- Working with PT, OT, and ST to provide residents excellent care.
- Complete all charting accurately and in a timely period.
- Perform educational teaching to residents and their families as needed.
Registered Nurse
Miramont Behavioral Health
Middleton, WI
08.2023 - 12.2023
- Delivered exceptional nursing care to patient population experiencing major depressive disorder, suicidal ideation, self-harm behaviors, and psychosis.
Registered Nurse
Gundersen Moundview Hospital
Friendship, WI
06.2023 - 07.2023
- Delivered compassionate nursing care to diverse patients in critical access hospital, enhancing overall patient satisfaction.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to develop and implement personalized care plans, improving patient outcomes.
- Administered medications and treatments according to established protocols and guidelines.
- Monitored vital signs, promptly reporting changes in patient conditions.
- Assisted in emergencies by executing critical interventions effectively.
- Maintained accurate electronic health records, ensuring compliance with regulations and facilitating effective patient care.
- Ensured safe environment through strict adherence to infection control policies.
- Utilized critical thinking skills for quick and accurate clinical assessments.
Registered Nurse
Mercy One Medical Center
Mason City, Iowa
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Delivered exceptional nursing care to neurology and orthopedic surgical patients.
- Administered medications and treatments while monitoring patient reactions effectively.
- Maintained accurate medical records using electronic health record systems.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to create individualized treatment plans.
- Monitored vital signs and assisted in various medical procedures.
- Utilized critical thinking skills to assess clinical situations promptly.
- Adhered to infection control policies to ensure a safe patient environment.
- Evaluated effectiveness of interventions through ongoing assessments of patient responses.
Registered Nurse
University of Iowa Hospital
Iowa City, Iowa
07.2022 - 02.2023
- Delivered high-quality care to adult patients with complex disease processes, including CHF, COPD, COVID-19, RSV, and ETOH.
- Administered IV and oral medications while coordinating with PT, OT, ST, RT, and SW to enhance patient outcomes.
- Collaborated with nursing supervisors to optimize patient placement and staffing matrix.
Registered Nurse
Mercy One Medical Center
Mason City, Iowa
04.2022 - 07.2022
- Provided excellent nursing care to general and care patients in a neurology and Orthopedics Surgical unit.
- Worked effectively and gave exceptional care to trauma patients along with postoperative neurology and orthopedic patients.
- Excellent assessment skills with the ability to adapt quickly in any situation.
Registered Nurse
Lafayette Manor
Darlington, WI
02.2022 - 03.2022
- Providing direct nursing care to geriatric population with multiple disease processes that were either there for short term rehabilitation or permanent placement.
- Working with multiple disciplines to ensure that are residents are always receiving excellent care.
- Complete all charting accurately and in a timely period.
- Perform educational teaching to residents and their families as needed.
Registered Nurse
Operation Allies Welcome
Fort McCoy, WI
09.2021 - 01.2022
- Managed daily medical operations and prioritized tasks for efficient workflow.
- Monitored vital signs and communicated findings to medical providers as necessary.
- Assisted in stabilizing patients and coordinating transfers for higher-level care.
- Supported medical providers in assessing, implementing, and evaluating patient interventions.
- Documented in medical records and medication administration records per training guidelines.
- Conducted initial sick visit assessments each morning to ensure timely care.
- Collaborated with medical providers to develop individualized care plans for patients.
- Administered medications and immunizations following standard operating procedures and CDC guidelines.
Registered Nurse
Lafayette Manor
Darlington, WI
02.2020 - 09.2021
- Providing direct nursing care to geriatric population with multiple disease processes that were either there for short term rehabilitation or permanent placement.
- Working with multiple disciplines to ensure that are residents are always receiving excellent care.
- Complete all charting accurately and in a timely period.
- Perform educational teaching to residents and their families as needed.
Registered Nurse Case Manager
SSM Health at Home
Mineral Point, WI
03.2019 - 01.2020
- Provided direct nursing care in home settings to diverse patient population from infancy to centenarians.
- Provide infusion therapy and care to central line and Picc line sites.
- Performs complex wound care on various types of wounds and is proficient in Negative Pressure Wound Therapy.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate comprehensive patient care plans.
- Educated patients on disease processes and medication purposes to enhance understanding and adherence.
Registered Nurse Case Manager/ Visit Nurse
Unity point at Home
Madison, WI
04.2017 - 03.2019
- Provided in-home direct nursing care to diverse patient population from infancy to centenarians.
- Provide infusion therapy and care to central line and Picc line sites.
- Performs complex wound care on various types of wounds and is proficient in Negative Pressure Wound Therapy.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care.
- Educated patients on disease processes, medication purposes, and administration routes.
Registered Nurse
Southwest Health Center
Platteville, WI
03.2016 - 03.2017
- Supervised registered nurses and licensed practical nurses as charge nurse across three units, fostering a collaborative care environment.
- Oversaw daily activities of nursing assistants to maintain high standards of patient care and support team effectiveness.
- Collaborated with multiple disciplines to implement patient-focused goals and educate residents and their families.
- Delivered direct patient care to geriatric residents in short-term rehabilitation and permanent placement, enhancing overall resident well-being.
Private duty RCS Registered Nurse/Case Manager
Private Client
Madison, WI
01.2010 - 03.2016
- Conducted daily assessments and provided patient education to enhance understanding of health management and improve outcomes.
- Ordered medications, maintained medication administration records, and documented treatment administration to ensure compliance and continuity of care.
- Provided total nursing care in a home environment for a patient who has muscular dystrophy and is on a ventilator.
Nurse Clinician / Care Team Leader - Family Practice and Forensics
University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics
Madison, WI
02.2008 - 12.2009
- Provided excellent patient care to medical and surgical patients, supervised registered nurses and certified nursing assistants.
- Worked effectively with nursing coordinators on issues of staffing and patient placement.
- Provided teaching and mentoring to new hire and recent graduate nurses as needed.
- Facilitated a working environment that encouraged and provided active learning and professionalism.
Nurse Clinician / Central resource POOL
University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics
Madison, WI
06.2007 - 01.2008
- Provided excellent nursing care to general and intermediate care patients in most of the units of the hospital.
- Worked effectively and gave exceptional care to trauma/ surgical patients along with postoperative orthopedic patients.
- Proficient with patient controlled analgesic systems and patient controlled epidural analgesic systems.
- Excellent assessment skills with the ability to adapt quickly in any situation.
Nurse Clinician / Pulmonary, Gastrointestinal, Renal Unit
University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics
Madison, WI
04.2005 - 05.2007
- Provided excellent nursing care to both general and intermediate care patients representing a broad range of disease processes and health issues.
- Worked with tracheotomy patients both on and off ventilators.
- Worked along with respiratory therapy to wean patients of ventilators.
- Provided care to intermediate care patients on numerous intravenous medications and life sustaining drips.
- Provided patient teach to both patients and families about tracheotomy care and troubleshooting / problem solving.
Private duty RCS Registered Nurse/ Case Manager
Private Client
Belmont, WI
10.2002 - 04.2005
- Was self-employed case manager who was also a Homecare Respiratory Care Services Certified Registered Nurse who provided total care nursing for an adult male quadriplegic patient on a ventilator.
- Strategically scheduled staff, coordinated medical appointments, maintained medical equipment and monitored and maintained adequate medical supplies.
- Facilitated patient plan of care in collaboration with physicians, nurses and ancillary team members.
Licensed Practical Nurse
Kenneth Pigeon / Private Client
Belmont, WI
08.2000 - 09.2002
- Delivered comprehensive nursing care to ventilator-dependent quadriplegic patient in home setting, ensuring comfort and safety.
- Educated patients on nutrition and diabetes management strategies to enhance quality of life and support health outcomes.
Education
Associate Degree - Applied Sciences of Nursing
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College
Fennimore, WI05-2002
Skills
- Patient assessment
- Patient care planning
- Care plan development
- Medication administration
- Infection control protocols
- Electronic health records management
- Patient education
- Critical thinking
- Staff supervision
Timeline
Assistant Director of Nursing
Mineral Point Health services
05.2025 - 03.2026
Registered Nurse
Mineral Point Health services
09.2024 - 04.2025
Registered Nurse
Oakwood Village Skilled Nursing
12.2023 - 09.2024
Registered Nurse
Miramont Behavioral Health
08.2023 - 12.2023
Registered Nurse
Gundersen Moundview Hospital
06.2023 - 07.2023
Registered Nurse
Mercy One Medical Center
02.2023 - 05.2023
Registered Nurse
University of Iowa Hospital
07.2022 - 02.2023
Registered Nurse
Mercy One Medical Center
04.2022 - 07.2022
Registered Nurse
Lafayette Manor
02.2022 - 03.2022
Registered Nurse
Operation Allies Welcome
09.2021 - 01.2022
Registered Nurse
Lafayette Manor
02.2020 - 09.2021
Registered Nurse Case Manager
SSM Health at Home
03.2019 - 01.2020
Registered Nurse Case Manager/ Visit Nurse
Unity point at Home
04.2017 - 03.2019
Registered Nurse
Southwest Health Center
03.2016 - 03.2017
Private duty RCS Registered Nurse/Case Manager
Private Client
01.2010 - 03.2016
Nurse Clinician / Care Team Leader - Family Practice and Forensics
University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics
02.2008 - 12.2009
Nurse Clinician / Central resource POOL
University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics
06.2007 - 01.2008
Nurse Clinician / Pulmonary, Gastrointestinal, Renal Unit
University of Wisconsin Hospital and Clinics
04.2005 - 05.2007
Private duty RCS Registered Nurse/ Case Manager
Private Client
10.2002 - 04.2005
Licensed Practical Nurse
Kenneth Pigeon / Private Client
08.2000 - 09.2002
Associate Degree - Applied Sciences of Nursing
Southwest Wisconsin Technical College