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David Kutch

Gladstone,OR

Summary

Patient-oriented Nurse with 6 years of diverse experience in direct patient care, staff supervision and department operations. Skilled at multitasking and prioritizing patient needs and daily assignments. Offering expertise with Home Health and Mental Health specialty.

Overview

18
18
years of professional experience

Work History

Home Health Nurse

Oregon Continental Home Health
08.2022 - Current
  • Developed strong rapport with patients and families, fostering trust and open communication during challenging times.
  • Educated patients and families on disease management, medication safety, and at-home healthcare strategies to promote selfcare.
  • Documented patient vitals, behaviors and conditions to communicate concerns to supervising nurse.
  • Contributed to the overall success of the home health agency by maintaining high levels of patient satisfaction and positive outcomes.
  • Provided physical assessments, medication, and chronic disease management to home health patients.
  • Delivered high-quality in-home nursing services, maintaining a safe and comfortable environment for patients.
  • Coordinated with other healthcare team members to support patient needs.
  • Determined and addresses individual home care needs by completing detailed assessments and reviewing documentation.
  • Identified early warning signs of patient deterioration or complications, promptly notifying physicians to adjust treatment plans accordingly.
  • Worked with multidisciplinary team to carry out successful treatment plans for diverse acute and chronic conditions.
  • Conducted regular follow-up visits to monitor patient progress and make adjustments to care plans as needed.
  • Collaborated with multidisciplinary healthcare teams to implement comprehensive treatment plans, ensuring continuity of care.
  • Administered medications and treatments as prescribed by physicians.
  • Assisted patients with activities of daily living to promote independence.
  • Streamlined communication between healthcare providers, patients, and families by acting as a liaison for all parties involved in the care process.
  • Provided compassionate care for patients with chronic illnesses, alleviating stress and promoting optimal wellness.
  • Monitored vital signs, developed and implemented care plans, and documented patient progress.
  • Collaborated with vendors to procure medical equipment, supplies and services.
  • Served as a reliable resource for families seeking guidance on navigating complex healthcare systems and advocating for their loved ones'' needs.
  • Implemented effective infection control measures within the home setting, reducing risk of illness transmission among family members.
  • Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
  • Monitored patient reactions after administering medications and IV therapies.
  • Quickly responded to situations impacting safety and security to unit, actualizing crisis prevention interventions to control and de-escalate situations.
  • Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients and caregivers in easy-to-understand terms.

Medication Aide/Charge Licensed Practical Nurse

Advocates Care RCF
03.2015 - 07.2022
  • Performed wound care management with meticulous attention to detail, minimizing the risk of complications or infections.
  • Demonstrated strong leadership abilities in managing challenging situations with patients, families, and healthcare professionals alike.
  • Delivered direct quality care to patients by evaluating medical conditions and managing and assessing treatments.
  • Conducted comprehensive patient assessments, identifying changes in condition and implementing appropriate interventions promptly.
  • Participated in development and implementation of quality improvement initiatives to raise healthcare standards.
  • Assembled and used equipment such as catheters, tracheotomy tubes, or oxygen suppliers to effectively manage patient care.
  • Assessed patients' temperature, pulse, and blood pressure and recorded in electronic medical records.
  • Documented patient care plans and progress to enable tracking history and maintain updated records.


  • Established cordial relationships with medical personnel and staff to promote teamwork and maintain positive attitude.
  • Maintained and promoted autonomy and rights of patients to provide protection and enforce dignity and respect.
  • Educated patients to provide information on health promotion and disease prevention.
  • Promoted a culture of safety through diligent monitoring of potential hazards within the clinical setting as well as proactive identification of areas requiring improvement or intervention efforts.
  • Provided compassionate support to patients and families coping with illness or injury, fostering trust and positive relationships.
  • Served as charge nurse, caring for patients with serious illnesses.
  • Administered medications and injections to patients.
  • Monitored patient health conditions to report changes to assigned physician.
  • Delivered emotional support to patients and families during challenging times.
  • Took samples to complete diagnostic and routine assessment tests.
  • Helped long-term care residents with bathing, dressing, feeding, and other daily living activities.

Chef de Partie

The Nines
04.2009 - 03.2015
  • Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Operated all kitchen equipment safely to prevent injuries.
  • Rotated stock to use items before expiration date.
  • Prepared items for roasting, sautéing, frying, and baking.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization, ensuring a safe and efficient workspace.
  • Reduced food waste by carefully monitoring inventory levels and adjusting orders accordingly.
  • Plated meals paying special attention to garnishes and overall presentation.
  • Ensured consistent dish quality by closely adhering to recipe guidelines and presentation standards.
  • Assisted in staff training, developing strong teamwork and consistency in dish preparation.
  • Sanitized all counters properly to prevent food-borne illness.
  • Promoted sustainability within the kitchen by utilizing local produce whenever possible for fresh, farm-to-table dining experiences.
  • Acted as head chef when required to maintain continuity of service and quality.
  • Collaborated with staff members to create meals for large banquets.
  • Participated in food tastings and taste tests.
  • Utilized culinary techniques to create visually appealing dishes.
  • Set up and broke down kitchen for service.

Chef De Partie

The Peninsula Chicago
02.2006 - 04.2009
  • Provided support in all areas of the kitchen as needed, demonstrating versatility and adaptability under pressure.
  • Trained kitchen staff to perform various preparation tasks under pressure.
  • Demonstrated strong multitasking abilities, managing multiple stations during busy service periods.
  • Maintained well-organized mise en place to keep work consistent.
  • Rotated stock to use items before expiration date.
  • Complied with portion and serving sizes as per restaurant standards.
  • Prepared items for roasting, sautéing, frying, and baking.
  • Maintained high standards of cleanliness and organization, ensuring a safe and efficient workspace.
  • Ensured consistent dish quality by closely adhering to recipe guidelines and presentation standards.
  • Plated meals paying special attention to garnishes and overall presentation.
  • Improved customer satisfaction by attentively addressing dietary restrictions and special requests.
  • Managed inventory efficiently, rotating stock to ensure freshness while minimizing spoilage or waste.
  • Sanitized all counters properly to prevent food-borne illness.
  • Enhanced kitchen efficiency by streamlining prep work and implementing time-saving techniques.
  • Sliced fruit and vegetables for salads, entrees and desserts and stored in crisper.

Education

Certificate - Nursing

Sumner School of Nursing
Portland, OR
03.2019

High School Diploma -

Pineville High School
Pineville, LA
05.1996

Skills

  • HIPAA Compliance
  • Medication Administration
  • Care Plan Adherence
  • Regulatory Compliance
  • Privacy and confidentiality
  • Physician Collaboration
  • Home safety evaluation
  • Recording vital signs
  • Catheter Care
  • Patient Monitoring
  • Geriatric Care
  • Behavioral health support
  • Diabetes management
  • Palliative Care
  • Tracheostomy Care
  • Treatment implementation
  • Oregon Driver's License
  • Medical Records Management
  • Post-Surgical Care
  • Chronic Disease Management
  • Home care
  • Patient Condition Monitoring
  • Oxygen saturation standards
  • Insulin medication assistance
  • Procedure Assistance
  • Routine Examinations
  • Documentation
  • Patient consultation
  • Collecting vitals
  • Preventive health
  • Training staff
  • Treatment Preparation
  • Infection Control
  • Strong Clinical Judgment
  • Decision-Making
  • Patient and family advocacy
  • Certified in CPR/AED
  • Blood Draw and Sample Collection
  • Wound Care
  • First Aid
  • CPR/AED

Additional Information

Professional References

Ben Fowler RN

Providence Health Portland, Oregon

503-730-1790


Woosun Kim RN

Divine Mercy Home Health

971-312-4984


Chad Ellsworth RN

404-668-4916


Joy Schmid LPN

Divine Mercy Home Health

503-816-3961


Roy Paisant

OHSU

503-853-4634



Timeline

Home Health Nurse

Oregon Continental Home Health
08.2022 - Current

Medication Aide/Charge Licensed Practical Nurse

Advocates Care RCF
03.2015 - 07.2022

Chef de Partie

The Nines
04.2009 - 03.2015

Chef De Partie

The Peninsula Chicago
02.2006 - 04.2009

Certificate - Nursing

Sumner School of Nursing

High School Diploma -

Pineville High School

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