Ellie Smith
Leland,NC
Summary
I am a Nursing Assistant with clinical experience in geriatric healthcare. I am personable and compassionate and have a strong commitment to individualized patient care. I have proficient communication and task prioritization skills for effective and efficient patient care coordination. I am able to stay organized and prioritize tasks in fast-paced environments.
Overview
3
3
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Certified Dental Assistant
Coastal Carolina Pediatric Dentistry
01.2024 - Current
- Supports 3 dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent crowns, endodontic procedures, and sealants.
- Promotes a positive environment for patients and staff through effective communication and teamwork.
- Educates parents on preventative measures such as proper brushing techniques, flossing habits, and nutritional choices that contribute positively to their child''s oral health.
- Assists doctor in both the operating room and in office for children under general anesthesia and sedations
- Ensures oral health for pediatric patients with thorough teeth cleaning and fluoride treatments.
Student Nurse Aide
Trinity Grove
07.2024 - 08.2024
- Provided assistance in daily living activities by dressing, grooming, bathing, and toileting patients.
- Assisted patients with mobility issues in areas such as beds and wheelchair usage.
- Assisted with patient transfer and ambulation.
- Documented vital signs to inform nurses and physicians of any changes in patient status.
Certified Dental Assistant
Family Comprehensive & Cosmetic Dentistry
01.2022 - 12.2023
- Worked alongside the Dentist during various procedures such as fillings and implant placements
- Anticipated the needs of the dentist to maximize efficiency and maintain patient comfort throughout the entirety of the appointment
- Efficiently documented patient and treatment information
- Managed all office social media accounts
- Fabricated and ensured proper fit of extra-oral prosthetics.
- Scheduled appointments for new and existing patients, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
Education
Certification of Dental Assisting -
Coastal Carolina Community College
08.2022
Nurse Aid I Certification
Cape Fear Community College
Wilmington, NC08.2024
Skills
- Direct Patient Care
- Collecting vital signs
- Alzheimer's and Dementia Care
- Bedside manner
- Mobility Assistance
- Companionship and emotional support
Certification
- Basic Life Support, American Heart Association, 06/2023, 06/2025
- General Chairside, Dental Assisting National Board, 08/2022
- Nitrous Oxide Sedation, 07/2022
- Radiation Health and Safety, Dental Assisting National Board, 05/2022
- Coronal Polishing, 03/2022
- Infection Control, Dental Assisting National Board, 02/2021
Timeline
Student Nurse Aide
Trinity Grove
07.2024 - 08.2024
Certified Dental Assistant
Coastal Carolina Pediatric Dentistry
01.2024 - Current
Certified Dental Assistant
Family Comprehensive & Cosmetic Dentistry
01.2022 - 12.2023
Certification of Dental Assisting -
Coastal Carolina Community College
Nurse Aid I Certification
Cape Fear Community College
- Basic Life Support, American Heart Association, 06/2023, 06/2025
- General Chairside, Dental Assisting National Board, 08/2022
- Nitrous Oxide Sedation, 07/2022
- Radiation Health and Safety, Dental Assisting National Board, 05/2022
- Coronal Polishing, 03/2022
- Infection Control, Dental Assisting National Board, 02/2021
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