Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Timeline

Michael Cole

DeRidder,LA

Summary

With a proven track record at Res Care, I excel in medical chart documentation and fostering teamwork. Demonstrated ability to enhance patient well-being through meticulous care and effective communication. Known for a quick learning ability and self-motivation, I consistently deliver high-quality resident care, contributing to improved patient outcomes.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

DSP/CMA

Res Care
07.2024 - Current
  • Supported daily hygiene needs of patients by assisting with bathing, dressing, dental care and personal grooming.
  • Monitored clients' overall health and well-being and noted significant changes.
  • Laundered items, changed sheets and made bed to keep patients' bedroom clean.
  • Transported clients to and from medical appointments with safety and efficiency.
  • Obtained client medical history, medication information, symptoms, and allergies.

Med Aide

Self Help Assisted Living
09.2023 - 06.2024
  • Prepared and delivered meals to patients, assisting with feeding when necessary.
  • Assisted patients with therapy exercises as specified by care team.
  • Scheduled patients for appointments and maintained master calendar.
  • Transported patients to and from appointments, assisting with getting in and out of vehicles.
  • Facilitated timely and accurate distribution of medications as necessary.

Direct Support Professional

Artis Senior Living
05.2021 - 07.2023
  • Supported clients with mental support and physical activities to accomplish quality of life and sustain needs.
  • Engaged patients in meaningful conversation, socialization, and activity while providing personal care assistance.
  • Assisted clients with daily living needs to maintain self-esteem and general wellness.
  • Recognized and reported abnormalities or changes in patients' health status to case manager.
  • Provided Cleanliness to all areas when needed.

Caregiver

Mercy Circle Senior Living
02.2018 - 04.2021

•Enabled clients to accomplish regular tasks efficiently.

•Handled coordination of all medication processes.

•Assisted with preparation and distribution of meals.

•Established strong interpersonal connections with clients.

•Fostered teamwork among staff through effective collaboration.

Assisted in mobile support operations.

Education

GED -

Jefferson Community, Louisville, KY
05.2000

Obtained GED

Skills

  • Medical chart documentation
  • Chauffeuring
  • Physical therapy
  • Housekeeping
  • Excellent communication
  • Comfort care
  • Client transportation
  • Professionalism
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Mobility assistance
  • Resident care associate
  • Direct care aide
  • Housekeeping duties
  • Attention to detail
  • Personal hygiene assistance
  • Fast learner
  • Self motivation
  • Mental health understanding
  • Medication administration

Certification

CMA

Louisiana State Certified Med Aide.

Timeline

DSP/CMA - Res Care
07.2024 - Current
Med Aide - Self Help Assisted Living
09.2023 - 06.2024
Direct Support Professional - Artis Senior Living
05.2021 - 07.2023
Caregiver - Mercy Circle Senior Living
02.2018 - 04.2021
Jefferson Community - GED,
Michael Cole