Enthusiastic and compassionate nursing graduate eagerly pursuing a Registered Nurse (RN) position in pediatrics. Equipped with 8 years of hands-on clinical/healthcare experience as a current Registered Dental Assistant with a deep passion for providing exceptional care to pediatric patients and their families. Ready to apply knowledge, skills, and compassion to make a meaningful difference in the lives of young patients.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Registered Dental Assistant
Arkansas Childrens Hospital
11.2022 - Current
Typed patient data into computer system using Epic while following privacy laws and maintaining high-level accuracy.
Developed relationships with patients by actively listening to their concerns and creating tailored treatment plans accordingly.
Designed dental report card to explain patient dental health status and treatment plans.
Supported dentists during procedures, assisting dental fillings, permanent, and temporary crowns and sealants.
Maintains positive attitude under pressure while multitasking in fast-paced clinical settings, leading to more pleasant experiences for both staff and patients alike.
Monitored patient comfort and safety during dental procedures.
Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms, and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
Registered Dental Assistant
Dr. Daniel A. Lieblong, DDS
01.2015 - 09.2022
Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for numerous procedures daily.
Educated patients on postoperative care and best practices for protecting dental work and boosting healing process.
Enhanced dentist efficiency by preparing examination rooms and sterilizing instruments before appointments.
Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges, and other dental prosthetics.
Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
Provided exceptional customer service, addressing patient concerns and answering questions professionally and empathetically.
Updated patient records regularly after each appointment or procedure to ensure accurate documentation.
Supported dentists during administration of local anesthesia, ensuring patient comfort throughout process.
Assisted dentists in performing complex procedures, resulting in successful treatment outcomes for patients.
Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
University of Arkansas At Little Rock
Little Rock, AR
05.2024
Skills
OSHA Regulations Knowledge
First Aid Training, BLS certified
Patient Counseling
Team Collaboration
Excellent at handling high-stress environments and situations