Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
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Michelle A. Lodrige

Natchitoches,LA

Summary

Experienced and dedicated professional returning to the workforce after serving as a full-time caregiver to My Mother.

Outgoing child caregiver with experience caring for children while providing encouragement and kindness. Expert at guiding playtime, leading and teaching rules. Always ready and willing to assist fellow employees with job tasks. Handles various duties and assignments. Accustomed to multitasking and working quickly to meet challenging demands. Considered hardworking and reliable with great interpersonal skills.

Overview

2026
2026
years of professional experience

Work History

Live-In Nanny

Family Friend
2025 - Current

Caregiver

For My Mother
12.2017 - 10.2024

Retail Florist / Manager/Bookkeeper/Payroll

Floral De Lights
01.2010 - 01.2017
  • Managed day-to-day operations of the flower shop including staffing, inventory, and scheduling
  • Designed and created custom floral arrangements for events, holidays, and individual orders
  • Maintained bookkeeping records, processed payments, and balanced sales reports
  • Provided excellent customer service and maintained vendor relationships

Drug Screen Coordinator / Breathe Alcohol Technician / DNA Collection Technician / Pharmacy Sales Clerk

Causey's Pharmacy
01.2006 - 01.2017
  • Conducted professional drug screenings and breath alcohol tests in compliance with regulatory standards
  • Performed DNA collections and ensured accurate documentation and chain of custody
  • Assisted customers with prescriptions, over-the-counter products, and general pharmacy questions
  • Maintained confidentiality and upheld HIPAA compliance

Retail Florist / Manager / Bookkeeper / Delivery Driver

The Flower Shoppe
01.1992 - 01.2006
  • Oversaw floral retail operations, staff training, and customer service
  • Designed arrangements for weddings, funerals, and corporate events
  • Handled all financial records, payroll, and daily cash flow
  • Personally delivered floral arrangements ensuring care and customer satisfaction

Education

High School Diploma -

Natchitoches Central High School
Natchitoches, LA

Skills

  • Floral Design & Arrangement
  • Retail & Inventory Management
  • Bookkeeping & Invoicing
  • Customer Service & Sales
  • Drug Screening & Alcohol Testing
  • DNA Collection Procedures
  • Delivery Coordination
  • Administrative Support
  • Team Leadership
  • Time management
  • Problem-solving
  • Dependable and responsible
  • Multitasking and organization
  • Strong ethics
  • Compassionate care
  • Verbal and written communication skills
  • Flexible schedule and availability

Timeline

Caregiver

For My Mother
12.2017 - 10.2024

Retail Florist / Manager/Bookkeeper/Payroll

Floral De Lights
01.2010 - 01.2017

Drug Screen Coordinator / Breathe Alcohol Technician / DNA Collection Technician / Pharmacy Sales Clerk

Causey's Pharmacy
01.2006 - 01.2017

Retail Florist / Manager / Bookkeeper / Delivery Driver

The Flower Shoppe
01.1992 - 01.2006

Live-In Nanny

Family Friend
2025 - Current

High School Diploma -

Natchitoches Central High School
Michelle A. Lodrige