Jennifer Schadt
Watertown,WI
Summary
Wisconsin-Certified Nursing Assistant experienced in delivering compassionate patient care in high-volume healthcare settings. Demonstrated reliability and adaptability through effective time management and strong interpersonal skills. Committed to enhancing patient experiences while embracing new challenges.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Program Director
REM Wisconsin
Johnson Creek, Wisconsin
11.2025 - Current
- Managed compliance with state regulations and quality assurance standards.
- Oversaw budget planning and resource allocation for program initiatives.
- Facilitated staff meetings and educational work sessions to strengthen staff competencies.
- Conducted needs assessments and developed program objectives.
- Managed budgeting processes, including creating forecasts and tracking expenses.
- Prepared staff work schedules and assigned team members to specific duties.
- Delegated tasks to team members to ensure workload balance. to staff, setting priorities and goals.
CNA
Watertown Regional Medical Center
Watertown, WI
04.2024 - 11.2025
- Monitored vital signs and reported changes to nursing staff promptly.
- Maintained patient records accurately in electronic health systems.
- Collected specimens for testing purposes upon request from physicians or nurses.
- Cleaned and sanitized patient rooms according to established protocols.
Administrator
Charleston house memory care
Beaver Dam, WI
10.2022 - 04.2024
- Maintained positive relations by promptly addressing resident and employee needs, requests, and concerns.
- Processed payroll on time to ensure timely delivery to employees and compliance with accounting schedules.
- Updating the weekly rental roster, completing corresponding level of care/change of status forms for each change and faxing to the business office
- Completing all new hire paperwork, including criminal background checks and filing such documents in the appropriate places for tracking and state survey according to company guideline's
- Conducted interviews, hired, and scheduled training for new or promoted staff to enhance team capabilities.
- Completing all new hire paperwork, including criminal background checks and filing such documents in the appropriate places for tracking and state survey according to company guidelines
- Assist with the care of residents in the absence of staff due to illness, open positions or when training new staff
- Oversaw inventory management of medical supplies and equipment usage.
- Checked office stock to determine supply levels and maintain inventory.
- Conducted performance evaluations and recommended training programs for staff development.
- Ensured that all paperwork was completed accurately before submission deadlines.
CNA/Med Aid
Charleston house memory care
Beaver Dam, WI
09.2021 - 10.2022
- Supported patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to enhance personal care and promote wellness.
- Coordinated activities of daily living, managed personal hygiene, and assisted with feeding and ambulation to ensure patient comfort and dignity.
- Rendered hands-on nursing care under direct RN supervision, adhering to medical center policies and procedures.
- Responded to signal lights, bells, or intercom systems to promptly address resident needs and enhance safety.
- Assessed patient needs in response to medications.
- Answered signal lights, bells or intercom systems to determine resident needs.
- Evaluated patient needs following medication administration.
CNA
Aurora Health Care
West Allis, WI
12.2018 - 09.2021
- Facilitated patient mobility by transferring individuals to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs, and preparing assistive devices to enhance independence and comfort.
- Collected dietary information, assisted with feeding, and monitored intake to support patients' nutritional objectives and overall wellness.
- Monitored patient vitals, including temperature, blood pressure, and blood sugar, to ensure timely medical response. such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar to stay on top of symptoms and keep nursing informed of changes.
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically-relevant symptoms.
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Obtained biological specimens for ordered tests and prepared for laboratory transport.
- Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
DSP/CNA
St. Coletta Of Wisconsin
Jefferson , WI
04.2016 - 12.2018
- Facilitated daily living activities, emphasizing personal hygiene management, feeding, and ambulation to enhance patient comfort and independence.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Assisted patients in managing bathing, grooming, and hygiene needs to support their overall well-being and dignity.
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically-relevant symptoms.
- Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Aided developmentally disabled patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing to promote personal hygiene and boost self-esteem.
CNA
Lake Country Landing Asst Living
Oconomowoc, WI
01.2014 - 09.2016
- Facilitated activities of daily living, including personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to manage patient conditions through regular testing and vital assessments.
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding, and monitored intake to support patients' nutritional objectives and enhance wellness.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and medically relevant symptoms to inform treatment plans.
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
- Administered prescribed medications to patients in accordance with treatment plans.
Customer Service Representative
Bryant Products Inc.
Ixonia, WI
09.2015 - 04.2016
- Coordinated with vendors on back order availability, future inventory, and special orders to ensure timely fulfillment.
- Answered customer telephone calls promptly and in an appropriate manner.
- Contacted clients to collect outstanding payments.
- Recorded inventory data into the database for tracking.
CNA
Golden Living Centers
Watertown, WI
12.2010 - 02.2014
- Supported patients in managing hygiene needs, enhancing comfort and promoting dignity.
- Helped patients effectively manage routine bathing, grooming and other hygiene needs.
- Collected dietary information, assisted with feeding, and monitored intake to enable patients to meet nutritional objectives and wellness goals.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically-relevant symptoms.
- Assessed patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns, and relevant symptoms, facilitating timely medical interventions.
- Transported patients safely between rooms and appointments. between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, group living areas and nurse stations.
- Answered patient call lights promptly to address needs. and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
CNA
St.Coletta Of Wisconsin
Jefferson, WI
10.2006 - 04.2009
- Conferred with multidisciplinary healthcare team to help effectively manage patient conditions with regular testing and vitals assessments.
- Assisted patients in managing routine bathing, grooming, and hygiene needs to promote personal well-being.
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Responded to call lights to ensure patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment as needed.
- Ensured compliance with company-specific guidelines while delivering hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
- Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
CNA
Bethesda Lutheran Communities
Watertown, WI
04.2001 - 10.2006
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to support patients' nutritional objectives and enhance overall wellness.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically-relevant symptoms.
- Facilitated routine bathing, grooming and hygiene needs to promote patient comfort and dignity.
- Assisted patients with mobility needs, including moving to and from beds, organizing wheelchairs and preparing assistive devices.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Gathered dietary information, assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives and support wellness goals.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically-relevant symptoms, ensuring timely interventions and care.
- Complied with all company-specific guidelines and performed hands-on nursing care to patients under RN supervision.
Education
GED -
Madison Area Technical College
Watertown, WISkills
- Regulatory compliance
- Financial oversight
- Planning & organizing
- Financial oversight
- Clinical documentation
- Communication
- Reliable team player
- Compassionate caregiver
Timeline
Program Director
REM Wisconsin
11.2025 - Current
CNA
Watertown Regional Medical Center
04.2024 - 11.2025
Administrator
Charleston house memory care
10.2022 - 04.2024
CNA/Med Aid
Charleston house memory care
09.2021 - 10.2022
CNA
Aurora Health Care
12.2018 - 09.2021
DSP/CNA
St. Coletta Of Wisconsin
04.2016 - 12.2018
Customer Service Representative
Bryant Products Inc.
09.2015 - 04.2016
CNA
Lake Country Landing Asst Living
01.2014 - 09.2016
CNA
Golden Living Centers
12.2010 - 02.2014
CNA
St.Coletta Of Wisconsin
10.2006 - 04.2009
CNA
Bethesda Lutheran Communities
04.2001 - 10.2006
GED -
Madison Area Technical College