Kelsey Lynn Baures
Fountain City,USA
Summary
Hard-working dental hygienist graduate seeking an entry level position in a dental office setting that will hone professional expertise, dental hygiene techniques, and efficient patient care. Utilizes knowledge to assist in various dental procedures, ensuring patient comfort and procedural efficiency. Strong understanding of infection control protocols and patient education, contributing to high standard of care in dental settings.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Sterilization Technician/Dental Assistant
Mork Dental
05.2024 - Current
- Sterilized and disinfected dental instruments to prevent growth of bacteria on instruments and surfaces, using American Dental Association protocols.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
Trained Medication Aid
Benedictine Living Communities
01.2021 - Current
- Assisted residents with personal cares, activities of daily living, medication administration, light housekeeping, companionship, and dietary assistance
- Monitored inventory levels of essential medications, alerting supervisory staff when supplies were low or nearing expiration dates to ensure timely replenishment.
- Responded promptly to emergency situations, assisting in the administration of necessary treatments or medications under RN supervision.
Education
Associate Degree - Dental Hygiene
Rochester Technical and Community College
Rochester, MN05.2025
Nursing Assistant Certification -
Red Cross
St. Paul, MN02.2011
Bachelor of Arts - Biology, Business
Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota
Winona, MN05.2010
Skills
- Local anesthetic administration
- Administration of N2O
- Interprofessional relationships
- Team collaboration
- Time management
- Effective communication
- Delivery of treatment for patients
- Oral cancer screening
- Periodontal evaluation
- Dentrix & EagleSoft software proficiency
- Oral hygiene instruction
- Patient education and prophylaxis
- Dental radiography
- Dental charting
- Fluoride treatments
Certifications Activities Awards
- President’s List, 4.0 GPA, Fall 2023 – current
- Member of Phi Theta Kappa Honor Society, Fall 2023 – current
- BSL/CPR Certified, 09/23
Timeline
Sterilization Technician/Dental Assistant
Mork Dental
05.2024 - Current
Trained Medication Aid
Benedictine Living Communities
01.2021 - Current
Nursing Assistant Certification -
Red Cross
Bachelor of Arts - Biology, Business
Saint Mary’s University of Minnesota
Associate Degree - Dental Hygiene
Rochester Technical and Community College
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