Jacob Cukurs
Meridian,United States
Summary
Collaborative and personable registered nurse with two years of inpatient experience on Boise 7 East and Boise 3 Tele. Proficient in utilizing electronic medical records. Skilled in assessing and providing direct care for patients with complex medical needs. Adept at collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to deliver high-quality care for patients managing cardiac and pulmonary issues. Possess a Bachelor of Science in Nursing. Eager to bring be a part of a team in the context of the OR, demonstrating strong communication and coordination skills.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Telemetry Nurse
St. Lukes
10.2022 - Current
- Managed and cared for patients with heart failure, assessing work of breathing, heart rate and rhythm, and tolerance of exertional activity
- Utilized electronic health records to document patient care and maintain accurate medical records
- Monitored changes in patient conditions and reported any changes to the physician on duty
- Monitored heart rhythm and rate with telemetry to monitor changes in patient conditions and updated physician on duty
- Administered cardiac drugs, IV and PO, to manage patient's heart rate and rhythm per physician orders and document and report changes
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to ensure continuity of care
In-Home Registered Nurse
New Care Concepts Inc
01.2020 - 07.2022
- Collaborated with family, clinical advisor, and nurses on updating plan of care for clients Monitored client reactions to medications and documented effects
- Provided direct care to pediatric client with myotubular myopathy
- Utilized the nursing process to manage advanced airway and ventilator of pediatric client
- Implemented interventions such as trach suctioning, oral suctioning, and CPT to clear airway
- Managed nutrition intake of clients g-tube feed via infinity pump
- Administered direct care to pediatric client with chronic heart failure
- Assessed and interpreted the needs of non-verbal clients and clients with advanced airways
Nursing Assistant Certified
Crista Assisted Living
09.2016 - 05.2017
- Provided care for residents with dementia to maintain quality of life
- Utilized electronic health record to document vital signs, input and output, and bowel movements
- Collaborated with food services to ensure diet recommendations and restrictions were followed
- Coordinated with another NAC to assist 16 residents with all morning ADLs before morning meals
- Evaluated residents to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms
Pediatric Home Care Aide
First Choice In- Home Care
03.2014 - 11.2015
- To identify and document triggers for 1 pediatric client with autism
- To make home mealtimes a pleasant experience for family
- Supported 1 pediatric client with autism during meltdowns by encouraging self-soothing strategies
- Assessed an autistic client's nonverbal communication and behaviors to anticipate their needs and desires
- Remained alert to problems or health issues of clients and competently responded
Education
Bachelor of Science -
University of Washington
06.2022
Associate of Applied Science - undefined
Shoreline Community College
05.2019
Skills
- Ability to Work in a Team
- Advanced cardiac life support
- Postoperative care
- Ability to Work Under Pressure
- Adaptability
- Effective Time Management
- Ability to Learn Quickly
- Infection prevention
- Clinical assessments
- Verbal and written communication
References
- Nancy Bloom, St Lukes Boise Medical Center, bloomn@slhs.org, 208-381-9150
- Macey Howland Clark, St Lukes Boise Medical Center, howlandm@slhs.org, 208-409-4242
Timeline
Telemetry Nurse
St. Lukes
10.2022 - Current
In-Home Registered Nurse
New Care Concepts Inc
01.2020 - 07.2022
Nursing Assistant Certified
Crista Assisted Living
09.2016 - 05.2017
Pediatric Home Care Aide
First Choice In- Home Care
03.2014 - 11.2015
Associate of Applied Science - undefined
Shoreline Community College
Bachelor of Science -
University of Washington
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