Patrick Dore
Kawkawlin,USA
Summary
Compassionate Certified Nursing Assistant experienced in patient monitoring, medication support, and safety checks within adult and geriatric mental health environments. Delivered attentive care during crises and coordinated admissions, discharges, and group activities to foster routine and stability. Focused on enhancing resident well-being through dedicated patient advocacy and strong interpersonal skills.
Overview
1
1
Certification
23
23
years of professional experience
Work History
Mental Health Technician
HealthSource Saginaw
Saginaw, MI
11.2025 - Current
- Addressed physical and mental needs of patients across adult, geriatric, and adolescent units to promote overall well-being.
- Conducted daily support groups to enhance patient communication and coping skills.
- Trained in de-escalation techniques to safely manage situations where patients posed risks to themselves or others.
- Conducted hourly safety rounds and documented observations in electronic health record to maintain unit safety.
- Conducted regular 15-minute safety checks to ensure a secure environment for patients.
- Assisted in patient admissions and discharges to ensure smooth transitions and continuity of care.
- Take vitals and help with daily ADLs.
Farm Hand
Dore Farms
Kawkawlin, MI
08.2003 - Current
- Prepared sugar beets for sale as deer bait in the fall. and corn to be sold for deer bait every fall.
- Operated front end loader to load beet hopper and efficiently placed scoops into customers' trailers or trucks.
- Managed customer payments and provided accurate change for purchases. and provide correct change.
Resident Advocate
Bay City Crisis Residential Unit
Bay City, MI
09.2024 - 04.2025
- Advocated for residents with mental disabilities, enhancing their well-being and promoting recovery.
- Run group sessions focusing on residents' difficulties.
- Help residents get on a daily schedule, including showering, eating, and sleeping.
- Pass medications that may have been changed by the house doctor.
- Oversaw the process of admissions and discharges.
- Prepared meals and assisted residents in meal preparation, supporting their nutritional needs as part of treatment plans.
Plasma Table Operator/Press Brake Operator
Falcon Asphalt Repair Equipment
Freeland, MI
06.2023 - 09.2023
- Operated plasma table to produce precision parts for asphalt trailers.
- Ran press brake machine to accurately bend parts per specifications.
- Utilized grinder to clean parts by removing slag.
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Carriage House Nursing and Rehab
Bay City, MI
02.2023 - 05.2023
- Assisted residents with ADLs, including bathing, dressing, toileting, and eating.
- Assisted residents in applying orthopedic braces for mobility support. and took them to doctor appointments.
Operations Technician
XALT Energy-Midland
Midland, MI
09.2022 - 01.2023
- Mixed slurry in mixing department for subsequent processing.
- Conducted slurry testing and coordinated further analysis with lab.
- Performed preventative maintenance and handled all related paperwork.
Guest Assistant
Symphony of the
Bay City, MI
12.2021 - 09.2022
Nursing Care Assistant
Covenant HealthCare
Saginaw, MI
03.2021 - 06.2021
- Assisted residents with daily ADLs, ensuring comfort and dignity during toileting, peri-care, showering, dressing, and eating.
- Administered medications, including narcotics, while monitoring residents' vitals to ensure safety and health.
- Performed daily ADLs with residents, including toileting, peri-care, showering, dressing, and eating.
- Maintained accurate records of residents' daily care and well-being.
Direct Care Worker
Bayfield Assisted Living
Bay City, MI
03.2020 - 05.2020
- Provided all care for assigned residents, including toileting, peri-care, showering, dressing, meal preparation, and feeding.
- Monitored blood sugar levels for residents to ensure proper health management., passed medications, including narcotics, and insulin.
- Documented daily care activities for all residents, maintaining accurate records to facilitate continuity of care.
Shell Room Worker
Acra Cast Inc.
Bay City, MI
10.2019 - 02.2020
- Dipped plastic parts into liquid ceramic and stucco, creating a durable shell for melted metal.
- Removed foam and wax from parts using specialized equipment.
- Removed parts from the oven prior to pouring melted metal, ensuring precise timing for optimal casting results.
Maintenance Worker
Dore Corporation
Kawkawlin, MI
04.2018 - 10.2019
- Maintained 12 gas stations, including painting, plumbing, electrical work, lawn maintenance, and gas pump servicing.
- Aided in sign installation to improve branding at gas stations.
- Performed routine inspections of equipment and facilities for safety compliance.
- Conducted repairs on plumbing, electrical, and HVAC systems efficiently.
- Maintained inventory of tools and supplies for operational readiness.
Shell Room Supervisor
Acra Cast Inc.
Bay City, MI
05.2017 - 10.2017
- Supervised two team members, managed inventory and paperwork to ensure accurate record-keeping, and participated in daily production meetings to align team objectives.
- Supervised daily operations of production team ensuring compliance with safety regulations.
- Coordinated workforce scheduling to optimize labor efficiency and workflow management.
- Trained new employees on company policies and operational procedures effectively.
Rehabilitation Aide/Advanced Med Passer
Riversbend Rehabilitation
Bay City, MI
10.2011 - 05.2017
- Delivered comprehensive resident care, which included showering, dressing, braces, toileting, peri-care, stretches, rehab, cooking, cleaning, and feeding.
- Escorted residents to events while administering medications, including narcotics and insulin.
- Oversaw daily activities of staff to ensure high-quality resident care. and completed daily charting.
Life and Health Insurance Agent
American Senior Benefits
Bay City, MI
04.2016 - 10.2016
- Guided clients in selecting Medicare supplement, dental, and life insurance plans tailored to their needs.
- Utilized mailed leads and conducted cold calling to engage potential clients.
- Conducted in-person meetings with clients at their homes or in the office to discuss insurance options.
Machine Operator/Forklift Operator
Nexteer Automotive-Saginaw
Saginaw, MI
09.2010 - 10.2011
- Operated machines to precisely cut slots in rotors for hydraulic steering pumps, ensuring quality standards.
- Operated forklift to transport materials efficiently.
- Performed repairs on machines to ensure operational efficiency.
Lifeguard/Swim Instructor
Delta College Fitness and Rec Center-University Center
University Center, MI
05.2006 - 02.2007
- Monitored pool areas to ensure safety of patrons and facilitated transitions every 15 minutes.
- Helped patrons with swimming-related issues and taught swimming to young kids.
- Monitored swimming areas for safety and adherence to pool rules.
- Responded promptly to emergencies and provided first aid as needed.
- Conducted regular inspections of equipment and facilities for safety compliance.
Education
Bachelor of Science -
Central Michigan University
Mount Pleasant, MIAssociate of Arts -
Delta College
University Center, MIHigh School Diploma -
Bay City Western High School
Auburn, MISkills
- Sales
- Disability support
- Electronic health records
- Leadership
- Patient monitoring
- Customer relations
- Patient financial support
- Microsoft Powerpoint
- Intellectual support
- Prospecting
- Mental health assessments
- Sanitation procedures
- Google Docs
- Zoom
- Computer operation
- Site sales experience
- Windows
- Apartment housekeeping
- Patient interaction
- Marketing
- Patient care planning
- Patient transport coordination
- Demand planning
- Insurance sales
- Crisis intervention techniques
- Organizational skills
- Geriatrics
- Teamwork
- Senior care
- Medication distribution
- Mobile devices
- Acute care
- Crisis de-escalation
- Patient monitoring techniques
- Patient mobility assistance
- Machining
- Plastering
- Outside sales
- Achieving HIPAA compliance
- Analysis skills
- Meal preparation
- Logistics
- Patient care
- Loader operation
- Community outreach
- High-end sales
- Home care
- Attention to detail
- Clinical documentation
- Home health
- Writing skills
- DME
- Inventory control
- Territory management
- Microsoft Word
- Patient personal care assistance
- Reach truck
- Direct support
- Team collaboration
- Vital Signs
- CAD
- Residents' rights
- Problem solving
- Continuous improvement
- Cold calling
- Group home
- B2B sales
- Microsoft Excel
- Customer retention
- Patient advocacy
- Time management
- Data collection
- Resource allocation
- Developmental support
- POS
- Vital signs
- Negotiation
- Business development
- Assisting with ADLs
- Compounding medications
- Appointment scheduling
- Patient communication
- Neurodivergent support
- Sales negotiation
- Hospice care
- Presentation skills
- Hospital medicine
- Working with people with autism
- Hand tools
- Critical thinking
- Nursing home experience
- Medication management
- Math
- Mental health support
- Field sales
- Interpersonal skills
- Administrative experience
- Quality control
- Data entry
- Patient observation
- Tooling
- Ability to follow instructions
- Behavioral support
- Maintaining patient confidentiality
- Caregiving rights
- Customer communication
- Written communication
- Customer inquiries
- CRM software
- Facility upkeep
- Safety protocol adherence
- Computer skills
- Phone etiquette
- Customer service
- Medication distribution
- Team leadership
- Stucco
- Care plans
- Typing
- Inside sales
- Microsoft Office
- Client retention
- Power tools
- Communication skills
- Numeracy
- Blueprint reading
- Caregiving
- Crisis management techniques
Certification
- First Aid Certification, 07/01/24, 07/01/26
- Certified Nursing Assistant, 05/01/26
- CPR Certification, 07/01/24, 07/01/26
- BLS Certification, 07/01/24, 07/01/26
Personal Information
Title: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Custom Section - Certified Nursing Assistant
Title: Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Timeline
Mental Health Technician
HealthSource Saginaw
11.2025 - Current
Resident Advocate
Bay City Crisis Residential Unit
09.2024 - 04.2025
Plasma Table Operator/Press Brake Operator
Falcon Asphalt Repair Equipment
06.2023 - 09.2023
CNA - Certified Nursing Assistant
Carriage House Nursing and Rehab
02.2023 - 05.2023
Operations Technician
XALT Energy-Midland
09.2022 - 01.2023
Guest Assistant
Symphony of the
12.2021 - 09.2022
Nursing Care Assistant
Covenant HealthCare
03.2021 - 06.2021
Direct Care Worker
Bayfield Assisted Living
03.2020 - 05.2020
Shell Room Worker
Acra Cast Inc.
10.2019 - 02.2020
Maintenance Worker
Dore Corporation
04.2018 - 10.2019
Shell Room Supervisor
Acra Cast Inc.
05.2017 - 10.2017
Life and Health Insurance Agent
American Senior Benefits
04.2016 - 10.2016
Rehabilitation Aide/Advanced Med Passer
Riversbend Rehabilitation
10.2011 - 05.2017
Machine Operator/Forklift Operator
Nexteer Automotive-Saginaw
09.2010 - 10.2011
Lifeguard/Swim Instructor
Delta College Fitness and Rec Center-University Center
05.2006 - 02.2007
Farm Hand
Dore Farms
08.2003 - Current
Bachelor of Science -
Central Michigan University
Associate of Arts -
Delta College
High School Diploma -
Bay City Western High School