Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
Languages
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Kenia Melendez

Washington,IA

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Certified Nursing Assistant

United Presbyterian Home
Washington, IA
10.2018 - Current
  • Provided care to residents, enhancing their quality of life through daily support.
  • Assisted patients with daily living activities for comfort and wellbeing.
  • Implemented infection control protocols, maintaining a safe environment for residents and staff.
  • Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety.
  • Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing, and teeth brushing.

Dental Hygiene Student

Indian Hills Community College
Ottumwa, IA
08.2025 - 08.2026
  • Comprehensive oral assessments to determine patient hygiene needs.
  • Performed ultrasonic scaling and hand instrumentation for plaque removal.
  • Developed personalized care plans to improve patients' dental hygiene practices.
  • Educated patients on preventative oral health care techniques and products.

Dental Assistant

Dental House Of Washington
Washington, IA
05.2025 - 08.2025
  • Prepared examination rooms and ensured compliance with safety protocols.
  • Documented patient dental health information, medical history, and vital signs for future reference.
  • Supported dentists during procedures by providing instruments and materials.
  • Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care instructions.

Education

Dental Hygiene

Indian Hills Community College
Ottumwa
05-2026

Diploma - Dental Assisting

Indian Hills Community College
Ottumwa, IA
05-2024

Skills

  • X Rays
  • Quick learner
  • Reliable
  • Multitasker
  • Team Player

Certification

  • CPR Certification
  • HIPAA Certifications
  • Blood Borne Pathogens
  • Basic Life support for health care providers (BLS)
  • Mandatory Reporting

Languages

Spanish
Native or Bilingual

Timeline

Dental Hygiene Student

Indian Hills Community College
08.2025 - 08.2026

Dental Assistant

Dental House Of Washington
05.2025 - 08.2025

Certified Nursing Assistant

United Presbyterian Home
10.2018 - Current

Dental Hygiene

Indian Hills Community College

Diploma - Dental Assisting

Indian Hills Community College
Kenia Melendez