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Chad Radke

Kansas City,KS

Summary

Dedicated CNA with extensive experience at Ascend Hospice, excelling in vital signs monitoring and patient comfort. Recognized for effective communication and regulatory compliance, ensuring optimal care environments. Proven ability to enhance patient well-being through attentive personal care and emotional support, contributing to improved patient outcomes and satisfaction.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience

Work History

CNA

Ascend Hospice
Overland Park, KS
04.2023 - Current
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
  • Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
  • Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
  • Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
  • Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.

CNA

Nottingham Health And Rehabilitation
Olathe, KS
11.2022 - 04.2023
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Assisted residents in preparing for activities and social programs.
  • Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
  • Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.

CNA

BrightStar Care
Overland Park, KS
03.2019 - 11.2022
  • Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
  • Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Assisted in preparing meals according to prescribed diets while monitoring food consumption levels.
  • Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
  • Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Planned and served meals and snacks to patients according to prescribed diets.
  • Communicated with patients to determine feelings, need for assistance or social and emotional support.

CNA

Providence Medical Center
Kansas City, KS
03.2011 - 09.2012
  • Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
  • Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
  • Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
  • Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
  • Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
  • Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.

CNA

Mt Graham Medical Center
Safford, AZ
01.2010 - 10.2010
  • Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
  • Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
  • Transported specimens, laboratory items or pharmacy items, verifying proper documentation and delivery to authorized personnel.
  • Documented patient care services by charting in designated areas.

CNA

Villa St Francis
Olathe, KS
03.2008 - 12.2009
  • Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
  • Provided assistance with activities of daily living, including bathing, dressing and grooming.
  • Assisted with range of motion exercises and other rehabilitative activities per physician orders.
  • Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
  • Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Facilitated activities of daily living, personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
  • Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
  • Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
  • Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
  • Exercised comatose and paralyzed patients to reduce delirium and improve physical function.

CNA

Salina Regional Medical Center
Salina, KS
05.1997 - 10.1999
  • Monitored vital signs such as pulse rate, respiration rate, and blood pressure.
  • Collected specimens from patients for laboratory testing purposes.
  • Collected specimens, monitored vitals and maximized patient comfort to maintain optimal environment.
  • Turned and repositioned bedridden patients to prevent bedsores.
  • Recognized signs, symptoms of abuse, neglect and reported them per policy.
  • Supported non-ambulatory residents in range of motion exercises.
  • Observed and reported unusual symptoms and changes to charge nurse.
  • Utilized appropriate safety measures when handling hazardous materials or waste products.
  • Kept medical supply room and patient rooms stocked with necessary supplies, equipment and instruments.
  • Monitored food intake and output as directed by nursing staff.
  • Examined and treated patient lacerations, contusions, and physical symptoms and referred patients to other medical professionals.
  • Shaved and draped patients to prepare for surgery, treatment or examination.
  • Answered patient call lights promptly and responded to requests appropriately.

Education

GED -

KCKCC
Kansas City, KS
06-1996

Skills

  • Vital signs monitoring
  • Patient care
  • Specimen collection
  • Safety protocols
  • Meal preparation
  • Charting and documentation
  • Patient comfort
  • Regulatory compliance
  • Interpersonal communication
  • Team collaboration
  • Attention to detail
  • Time management
  • Emotional support
  • Personal care aide (PCA)
  • Effective communication
  • Certified home health aide (CHHA)
  • Symptom documentation

Timeline

CNA

Ascend Hospice
04.2023 - Current

CNA

Nottingham Health And Rehabilitation
11.2022 - 04.2023

CNA

BrightStar Care
03.2019 - 11.2022

CNA

Providence Medical Center
03.2011 - 09.2012

CNA

Mt Graham Medical Center
01.2010 - 10.2010

CNA

Villa St Francis
03.2008 - 12.2009

CNA

Salina Regional Medical Center
05.1997 - 10.1999

GED -

KCKCC

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