Destany Woodward
Saxis,VA
Summary
Dedicated Lead Dental Assistant with expertise in patient education, infection control, and sterilization techniques, committed to enhancing patient care and operational efficiency.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications
Work History
Lead Dental Assistant
Eastern Shore Rural Health System
New Church, Virginia
11.2023 - Current
- Seat Patients with two patient identifiers and obtain medical history
- Trained new dental assistants on office protocols and equipment usage.
- Managed patient records and scheduled appointments efficiently.
- Educated patients on post-treatment care and preventive dental practices.
- Collaborated with the dental team to improve workflow and communication.
- Practice public health/OSHA guidelines
- Instructed patients on proper oral hygiene techniques and post-operative care.
- Tracked inventory levels of dental materials, tools, and equipment to ensure sufficient stock was always available.
- Prepared injection syringes for use in various dental procedures according to protocol standards.
- Assist the Dentist during oral procedures-fillings, crown prep/delivery, coronal polishing, impressions (dentures, partials,crowns,bridges,occlusal guards) flouride treatments.
- Use X-ray equipment for preventative care and treatment planning.
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cadia Rehabilitation Renaissance
Millsboro, Delaware
07.2014 - Current
- Assisted residents with daily living activities and personal care.
- Documented patient information accurately in electronic health records.
- Participated in training new staff on best caregiving practices.
- Monitored vital signs including blood pressure, pulse rate, respiration rate.
- Assisted patients with shaving, bathing, and oral hygiene to promote healthy habits and overall wellness.
- Turned and repositioned residents using proper body mechanics to prevent pressure ulcers.
- Responded quickly to emergency situations involving sudden illness or injury.
Education
High School Diploma -
Cape Henlopen High School
Lewes, DE06-2013
Nursing
Delaware Technical Community College
DESkills
- Assisted procedures
- Patient education
- Sterilization techniques
- Record management
- Infection control
- Dental terminology
- Time management
- Sealant application
- Oral hygiene education
- Radiography
- Fluoride treatments
Certification
CPR/BLS/First Aide Safety
Timeline
Lead Dental Assistant
Eastern Shore Rural Health System
11.2023 - Current
Certified Nursing Assistant
Cadia Rehabilitation Renaissance
07.2014 - Current
High School Diploma -
Cape Henlopen High School
Nursing
Delaware Technical Community College