Lori Hunsaker
Naples
Summary
Results-driven individual with a solid track record in delivering quality work. Known for excellent communication and teamwork abilities, with a commitment to achieving company goals and delivering exceptional service. Passionate about continuous learning and professional development.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
Caregiver, Special Needs
GT Independence
Naples
01.2019 - 01.2024
- Bedside care, measure and record patient’s vital signs, and assist with bathing, help with feeding.
- Assisted individuals with daily living activities and personal care routines.
- Administered medication and monitored health conditions as directed by healthcare teams.
- Supported clients in social and recreational activities to enhance quality of life.
- Maintained a safe and clean environment to promote well-being and comfort.
- Administered medication when needed according to doctor's instructions.
- Observed, reported and documented patient status and care provided.
- Encouraged independence by teaching basic self-care tasks such as brushing teeth and washing hands.
- Transported clients to appointments or other destinations using a wheelchair accessible vehicle.
- Provided assistance to special needs individuals with daily activities such as feeding, bathing and dressing.
- Collaborated with healthcare professionals regarding medical treatments and therapies.
- Helped clients get in and out of beds and wheelchairs.
- Maintained cleanliness of clients' environment by cleaning surfaces and washing clothes or dishes.
Surgical Dental Assistant
Dr. Kenneth Paticoff, Oral Surgery
Hicksville
01.2014 - 02.2015
- Assisted in all aspects of surgeries and post-op care, set-up for all surgeries, bonegrafts, implants, wisdom teeth, ridge augmentation, and new patient exams charting, x-rays, sterilization.
Dental surgical assistant
Dr. Leonard E. Schiffman, Oral Surgery
Woodmere
01.2013 - 12.2013
- Assisted in all aspects of surgeries and post-op care, set-up for all surgeries, bonegrafts, implants, wisdom teeth, ridge augmentation, and new patient exams charting, x-rays, sterilization.
Dental surgical, assistant and general
Southwest Dental Group
Tucson
09.2011 - 10.2011
- Assisted in all oral surgery and post-op care, set-up for all extraction surgeries, tissue grafts, implants, wisdom teeth, ridge augmentation, and new patient exams charting, x-rays, sterilization.
Caregiver
Jean Haase Estate
Tucson
01.2007 - 12.2010
- Bedside care, measure and record patients vital signs, and assist with bathing, help with feeding, dressing, and personal hygiene in private home.
Surgical Dental Assistant
Dr. William Aughton, Oral Surgery
Naples
01.1995 - 12.2004
- Assisted in all aspects of surgeries and post-op care, set-up for extractions, tissue grafts, implants, wisdom teeth, sinus lifts, and ridge augmentation. Setting up new patient exams charting, x-rays, sterilization, answer phones, filing and ordering supplies.
Surgical dental assistant
Dr. Salvatore Mancuso, Oral Surgery
Hicksville
01.1991 - 12.1995
- Assisted in all aspects of surgeries and post-op care, set-up for extractions, tissue grafts, implants, wisdom teeth, sinus lifts, and ridge augmentation. Setting up new patient exams charting, x-rays, sterilization, answer phones, filing and ordering supplies.
Surgical dental assistant
Dr. Robert Maimone, Oral Surgery
New York
01.1988 - 12.1991
- Assisted in all aspects of surgeries and post-op care, set-up for extractions, tissue grafts, implants, wisdom teeth, sinus lifts, and ridge augmentation. Setting up new patient exams charting, x-rays, sterilization, answer phones, filing and ordering supplies.
Education
Dental Assistance / Oral Surgery Certified - Liberal Arts
Nassau Community College
Uniondale, NYSkills
- Clinical: Instrument sterilization, IV sedation assistance, surgical suction, suturing prep, radiography/3D scans
- Procedural: Oral surgery, dental implant procedures, biopsy assistance
- Patient Care: Monitoring vital signs, comforting anxious patients, post-operative instruction
- Soft Skills: Attention to detail, communication, multitasking, and organization
Timeline
Caregiver, Special Needs
GT Independence
01.2019 - 01.2024
Surgical Dental Assistant
Dr. Kenneth Paticoff, Oral Surgery
01.2014 - 02.2015
Dental surgical assistant
Dr. Leonard E. Schiffman, Oral Surgery
01.2013 - 12.2013
Dental surgical, assistant and general
Southwest Dental Group
09.2011 - 10.2011
Caregiver
Jean Haase Estate
01.2007 - 12.2010
Surgical Dental Assistant
Dr. William Aughton, Oral Surgery
01.1995 - 12.2004
Surgical dental assistant
Dr. Salvatore Mancuso, Oral Surgery
01.1991 - 12.1995
Surgical dental assistant
Dr. Robert Maimone, Oral Surgery
01.1988 - 12.1991
Dental Assistance / Oral Surgery Certified - Liberal Arts
Nassau Community College