Jessica Mares
Mallory Orthodontics
Decatur,TX
1
Certification
12
years of professional experience
Compassionate and motivated nursing student preparing to begin a career as a new graduate nurse. Brings hands-on healthcare experience as a dental assistant, a strong foundation in patient support, education, documentation, infection prevention, and teamwork, and a calm, adaptable approach in fast-paced settings. Committed to providing safe, respectful, patient-centered care while continuing to grow clinically as a registered nurse.
Work History
Dental Assistant
4 Years 9 Months- Assisted orthodontist with procedures, ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Prepare and sterilize instruments and treatment areas using infection-control practices.
- Captured dental impressions and x-rays while maintaining accurate patient records.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene and orthodontic care, fostering understanding and compliance.
- Coordinated with clinical team to streamline patient care and enhance organization.
Bookkeeper
1 Year- Maintained financial records, tracked expenses, managed invoices and payments, and supported account reconciliation and reporting to ensure accurate financial oversight.
- Managed accounts payable and receivable processes to ensure accurate financial reporting.
- Reconciled bank statements monthly, identifying discrepancies and implementing corrective measures.
- Generated and maintained detailed financial reports for management review and decision-making.
Server
3 Years- Delivered customer service in fast-paced environment, managing multiple priorities with accuracy and teamwork.
- Delivered exceptional customer service in fast-paced dining environment.
- Assisted in training new servers on menu items and service protocols.
- Ensured accuracy of orders and timely delivery to enhance guest satisfaction.
Education
Registered Nursing (RN) Program - Nursing
- Currently Enrolled
- Preparing for entry into professional nursing practice as a new graduate nurse.
Dental Assisting Certification
Skills
Dental office protocols
Patient education
Patient records management
Time management
Therapeutic communication
Certification
- RDA - Registered Dental Assistant
- CPR Certified (current)
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Mallory Orthodontics
01.2022 - CurrentRead More
Bookkeeper
01.2018 - 01.2019Read More
Server
Texas Roadhouse
01.2015 - 01.2018Read More
Dental Assisting Certification
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Weatherford College
Registered Nursing (RN) Program from Nursing
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CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
- Intensive Care Unit (ICU): Observed and assisted with care of critically ill patients, focused assessments, close monitoring, safety, and interdisciplinary teamwork.
- Progressive Care Unit (PCU): Cared for higher-acuity patients requiring frequent assessment, monitoring, medication support, and prioritization of changing needs.
- Medical-Surgical: Provided head-to-toe assessments, basic nursing care, medication support, patient education, mobility assistance, and documentation for diverse adult patients.
- Oncology: Supported patients receiving cancer-related care with an emphasis on symptom assessment, comfort, safety, infection prevention, and compassionate communication.
- Labor & Delivery (L&D): Participated in maternal and fetal assessments, labor support, comfort measures, and family-centered care throughout the birth experience.
- Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU): Observed specialized care of high-risk newborns, including close monitoring, feeding support, infection prevention, and family-centered communication.
- Dialysis: Observed dialysis treatment and nursing care, including pre- and post-treatment assessment, vital-sign monitoring, vascular-access safety, and patient education.
- General Surgery: Participated in perioperative and postoperative care with attention to pain, incision assessment, mobility, infection prevention, and recovery education.