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LORENA A. ESCALANTE JIMENEZ

Katy

Summary

Highly motivated and compassionate individual currently pursuing an Associate's Degree in Nursing at NUC University. Bringing a strong foundation in patient care, critical thinking, and medical procedures from extensive experience as a Dental Assistant and recent certifications in Nursing Assistant, Phlebotomy, IV Therapy, and CPR/AED. Eager to apply acquired skills and dedication to patient well-being in a hospital environment as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or Phlebotomy Technician. Proven ability to quickly learn new skills, establish strong relationships with both coworkers and patients, and maintain a clean, sterile work environment.

Dedicated and adaptable professional with a proactive attitude and the ability to learn quickly. Strong work ethic and effective communication skills. Eager to contribute to a dynamic team and support organizational goals.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

DENTAL ASSISTANT/ORTHO ASSISTANT/RECEPTIONIST

Weera Family Dentistry / Southwest Dentist
Houston
08.2020 - Current
  • Effectively communicated with clients through phone calls, emails, and in-person interactions.
  • Processed a range of documentation and entered information into databases.
  • Prepared dental patients for dental checkups, cleanings, x-rays, and special procedures.
  • Performed office administrative functions.
  • Maintained clean, sterile work environment; prioritized patient comfort and safety.
  • Recorded patient medical and dental history as well as vital signs.
  • Managed dental supplies and medical equipment inventory.
  • Developed X-rays and photographs, creating molds of patient's bite, make retainers.
  • Prepared trays accurately by reviewing daily scheduled procedures and treatments including bonding, debonding, and broken bracket repairs.
  • Performed required procedures, including placement of orthodontic appliances, excess cement removal, Impressions for appliances, pour up models, taking full records including taking Pano, Cephs, and 3-D scans.
  • Placed wires and bracket ties.
  • Provided four-hand support during procedures.

DENTAL ASSISTANT/HYGIENIST

Febres Dentistry for Children
Houston
07.2020 - 11.2020
  • Cleaned and prepared rooms for patients.
  • Performed teeth cleaning for pediatric patients.
  • Obtained x-rays and maintained patient records.

Education

Associate's Degree - Nursing

NUC University
07.2025

DENTAL ASSISTANT -

University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio
San Antonio, TX
01.2020

DENTAL HYGIENE -

University Central of Venezuela
Caracas
10.2016

DENTISTRY -

University Central Of Venezuela
Caracas
08.2016

Skills

  • Patient Care
  • Phlebotomy
  • IV Therapy
  • CPR/AED (Adult/Child/Infant)
  • Teamwork
  • Customer Service
  • Office Administration
  • Critical Thinking
  • Medical Equipment Management
  • HIPAA Compliance Understanding
  • Maintaining Sterile Environment
  • Patient History and Vital Signs Recording
  • Dental Terminology Knowledge (Transferable to medical context)
  • Infection control
  • Medical record management
  • Team collaboration
  • OSHA regulations
  • Data confidentiality measures
  • Patient services
  • Treatment room breakdown
  • Strong writing and verbal skills
  • Continuing education commitment
  • Infection control procedures

Certification

  • Nursing Assistant Certification (NAC), American Medical Certification Association (AMCA), 04/01/25, 04/01/27
  • Certified Phlebotomy Technician (CPT), American National Phlebotomy, 05/08/25
  • IV Therapy Certification, American National Phlebotomy, 05/11/25, Includes Texas Legalities of Infusion Therapy, Basics of Peripheral IV Therapy, and Practices in Management of Central Lines.
  • Standard - CPR / AED (Adult / Child / Infant), National CPR Foundation, 04/02/25, 04/02/27
  • Registered Dental Assistant, TSBDE, University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio, San Antonio, TX

Timeline

DENTAL ASSISTANT/ORTHO ASSISTANT/RECEPTIONIST

Weera Family Dentistry / Southwest Dentist
08.2020 - Current

DENTAL ASSISTANT/HYGIENIST

Febres Dentistry for Children
07.2020 - 11.2020

Associate's Degree - Nursing

NUC University

DENTAL ASSISTANT -

University of Texas Health Science Center at San Antonio

DENTAL HYGIENE -

University Central of Venezuela

DENTISTRY -

University Central Of Venezuela
LORENA A. ESCALANTE JIMENEZ