Nakita Kyle

Performs a variety of technical and supportive patient care tasks to assist attending anesthesiologists, residents and nurse anesthetists in performing anesthetic procedures for patients ranging from infancy to geriatrics. Performs routine and delegated duties according to UAI and hospital policies.

Duties and Responsibilities

Consult Operating Room schedule to determine supply and equipment needs for procedures; prepare anesthetizing locations for indicated procedure to include setting up and calibrating monitoring devices; troubleshoot anesthesia equipment malfunctions, routing non-functional equipment to the proper department for repair. Assist anesthesia providers using aseptic or sterile technique with non-invasive and invasive patient procedures including peripheral and/or central intravenous and/or arterial line placement; airway management techniques including mask, endotracheal and/or emergency methods and regional anesthesia techniques.

Clean anesthesia machines, monitors and equipment following procedures established by UAI and hospital policy.

Stock anesthesia supplies in all anesthetizing locations including airway carts, pediatric carts, emergency kits and any other anesthesia supply location.

Obtain supplies and equipment as requested by anesthesia providers.

Obtain blood products and pharmaceuticals assisting with preparation and delivery. Maintain immediate availability to assist in routine and emergency procedures.

• Supports dental care delivery by preparing treatment room, patient, instruments, and materials.
• Performs procedures in compliance with the Dental Practice Act.
• Prepares treatment room for patient by following prescribed procedures and protocols.
• Readies patient for dental treatment by welcoming, comforting, seating, and draping patient.
• Provides information to patients and employees by answering questions and requests.
• Assembles instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instruments to treatment area, positioning instruments for dentist's access, suctioning, and passing instruments.
• Provides materials by selecting, mixing, and placing materials on instruments and in the patient's mouth.
• Provides diagnostic information by exposing and developing radiographic studies and pouring, trimming, and polishing study casts.
• Maintains patient appearance and ability to masticate by fabricating temporary restorations and cleaning and polishing removable appliances.
• Helps dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply, and emergency telephone directory.
• Educates patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.
• Documents dental care services by charting in patient records.
• Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
• Ensures operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements, following manufacturer's instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for repairs, maintaining equipment inventories, and evaluating new equipment and techniques.
• Maintains dental supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level, anticipating needed supplies, placing and expediting orders for supplies, and verifying receipt of supplies.
• Conserves dental resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

• Supports dental care delivery by preparing treatment room, patient, instruments, and materials.
• Performs procedures in compliance with the Dental Practice Act.
• Prepares treatment room for patient by following prescribed procedures and protocols.
• Readies patient for dental treatment by welcoming, comforting, seating, and draping patient.
• Provides information to patients and employees by answering questions and requests.
• Assembles instrumentation by sterilizing and delivering instruments to treatment area, positioning instruments for dentist's access, suctioning, and passing instruments.
• Provides materials by selecting, mixing, and placing materials on instruments and in the patient's mouth.
• Provides diagnostic information by exposing and developing radiographic studies and pouring, trimming, and polishing study casts.
• Maintains patient appearance and ability to masticate by fabricating temporary restorations and cleaning and polishing removable appliances.
• Helps dentist manage dental and medical emergencies by maintaining CPR certification, emergency drug and oxygen supply, and emergency telephone directory.
• Educates patients by giving oral hygiene, plaque control, and postoperative instructions.
• Documents dental care services by charting in patient records.
• Maintains patient confidence and protects operations by keeping information confidential.
• Maintains safe and clean working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations.
• Protects patients and employees by adhering to infection-control policies and protocols.
• Ensures operation of dental equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements, following manufacturer's instructions, troubleshooting malfunctions, calling for repairs, maintaining equipment inventories, and evaluating new equipment and techniques.
• Maintains dental supplies inventory by checking stock to determine inventory level, anticipating needed supplies, placing and expediting orders for supplies, and verifying receipt of supplies.
• Conserves dental resources by using equipment and supplies as needed to accomplish job results.
• Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

• Prepared surgical dressings and sterilized instruments
• Interviewed patients, took and recorded vital signs before procedures and gave pre-op/post-op instructions
• Monitored intravenous fluids and vital signs during procedures
• Gave pre-op and post-op instructions to patients
• Oversaw clinic supplies and equipment
• Controlled and coordinated clinic requirements.
• Created and maintained provider schedules utilizing Composite Health Care System.
• Assisted in the creation, revision, and implementation of operating instructions, policies, and job descriptions to maintain consistent quality.
• EMR, input patience information
• Maintained medical records, receiving commendations for thoroughness and accuracy in completion of reports and patient documentation.
• Prepared surgery trays with proper instrument set ups
• Performed sterilization procedures under proper OSHA regulations
• Assisted with many surgical procedures under local and general anesthesia, including bone grafts and implants
• Prepared medications for general anesthesia procedures
• Earned Infection Control and CPR certificate
• Enthusiastically provided assistance in surgical procedures, IV sedation monitoring in an office Setting
• Efficiently prepared surgical rooms and instruments utilizing aseptic techniques according to OSHA regulations
• Independently obtained a variety of precise x-rays and impressions for soft-bite plates
• Proficiently maintained inventory of surgical supplies, bone materials, restorative and laboratory materials
• Meticulously administered medicinal packing and suture removal
• Assisted with or instituted emergency procedures for sudden adverse developments during sedation or procedure.
• Effectively assisted removing any impacted, damaged, or non-restorable teeth.
• Assisted with diagnosed infections, mouth ulcers, and other problems with the oral mucosa.
• Followed up with patients after surgery to answer questions, check progress, and resolve any dry socket or infection issues.

• Copied and sent medical records to requesting parties
• Scheduled appointments for inmates to outside facilities
• Maintained accurate records and schedules
• Did lense fittings for inmates
• Assisted Eye Dr
• Worked directly with facility Dr.