Karen Nelson
Vacaville,CA
Summary
Motivated and patient-focused Dental Hygienist with 45 years of experience treating individuals with diverse dental concerns. Passionate about providing compassionate care and building relationships with patients to facilitate trust. Active listener with commitment to developing rapport. Offering exceptional patient education skills to promote preventive care.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dental Hygienist
Thomas Toolson, DDS
11.1994 - Current
- Managed patient records with accuracy, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Performed dental radiographs for accurate diagnosis and planning of treatments.
- Delivered compassionate care and monitored patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach, and positive rapport development.
- Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
Registered Dental Hygienist
Parkside Dental Care
05.1988 - 11.2018
- Managed patient records with accuracy, maintaining confidentiality and compliance with HIPAA regulations.
- Performed dental radiographs for accurate diagnosis and planning of treatments.
- Delivered compassionate care and monitored patient comfort through communication, exceptional clinical skills, gentle approach, and positive rapport development.
- Captured patients' dental radiographs and provided to dentist for interpretation and diagnosis.
Education
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Foothill College
Los Altos, CA1987
Skills
- Root planning and scaling expertise
- Periodontal Assessment
- BLS Provider
- Sealant Application
- Local anesthesia administration
- Oral Cancer Screening
Affiliations
- CDHA, Napa Solano Dental Hygiene Society
Timeline
Registered Dental Hygienist
Thomas Toolson, DDS
11.1994 - Current
Registered Dental Hygienist
Parkside Dental Care
05.1988 - 11.2018
Associate of Science - Dental Hygiene
Foothill College
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