Marie Penland
Mustang,OK
Summary
Compassionate new graduate nurse seeking Nurse Residency position to deliver safe, patient-centered care. Solid foundation in patient assessment, medication administration, and nursing interventions acquired through clinical experience. Committed to patient advocacy and continuous learning, aiming to evolve into a confident and reliable registered nurse.
Overview
1
1
Certification
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Duffel Dental
Yukon, Oklahoma
01.2023 - Current
- Assisted dentists with exams, fillings, and restorative care, enhancing patient treatment quality.
- Gathered medical histories and vital signs to support effective patient care during treatments.
- Set up treatment rooms for dental procedures and patient appointments.
- Taught patients oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care steps.
- Recorded procedures and chart notes in patient records.
- Collected and organized patient records and health history to streamline dental assessments.
Nurse Extern- Mom/Baby Nurse
Integris Baptist Medical Center
Oklahoma City, Oklahoma
06.2026 - 07.2026
- Supported registered nurses with complex treatments and patient procedures.
- Assisted patients with hygiene, mobility, and comfort care.
- Recorded vital signs and blood glucose readings for assigned patients.
- Dispensed medications under registered nurse supervision, contributing to safe and effective patient care.
- Documented patient interactions accurately in electronic health records, ensuring seamless communication among care team.
- Collected specimens and prepared samples for laboratory testing to ensure timely and accurate laboratory results.
Dental Assistant
Mustang Dentistry and Braces
Mustang, Oklahoma
12.2021 - 01.2023
- Collected and recorded patient medical and dental histories alongside vital signs to support comprehensive care.
- Maintained accurate records of dental treatments delivered during each visit to facilitate continuity of care.
- Reviewed patient charts before visits to ensure relevant information was readily accessible for the doctor.
- Built loyal patient base and encouraged return visits through empathetic, caring service.
Orthodontic Assistant
Craig and Streight Orthodontics
Mustang, Oklahoma
11.2020 - 12.2021
- Captured digital impressions and x-rays for orthodontic assessments.
- Assisted chairside during procedures by organizing trays and efficiently passing instruments to the doctor.
- Educated patients on appliance care, hygiene, and wear directions to promote effective treatment compliance.
- Prepared treatment rooms and sterilized instruments prior to patient visits.
- Entered patient chart changes and treatment notes into dental software.
- Monitored inventory of wires, brackets, elastics, and sterilization supplies to ensure availability for procedures.
Education
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Rose State College
Oklahoma City, OK05-2023
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
OKlahoma City Community College
Oklahoma City, OK09-2026
Skills
- Basic nursing care
- Health promotion
- Interpersonal communication
- Patient education
- Clinical documentation
- Infection control
- Multitasking
- Reliability
- Attention to detail
- Basic life support
- Team collaboration
Certification
- Basic Life Support- American Heart Association
Timeline
Nurse Extern- Mom/Baby Nurse
Integris Baptist Medical Center
06.2026 - 07.2026
Dental Assistant
Duffel Dental
01.2023 - Current
Dental Assistant
Mustang Dentistry and Braces
12.2021 - 01.2023
Orthodontic Assistant
Craig and Streight Orthodontics
11.2020 - 12.2021
Associate of Arts - Liberal Arts
Rose State College
Associate of Applied Science - Nursing
OKlahoma City Community College