Patience A. Duran
Rio Rancho,NM
Summary
Compassionate, dependable, and enthusiastic professional with several years of experience working with children in recreational and pediatric healthcare settings. Passionate about creating positive experiences for children by building trust, providing encouragement, and maintaining a safe and welcoming environment. Experienced working with children of all ages, including those with special needs, and recognized for strong communication skills, patience, and the ability to help children feel comfortable in new situations. Seeking an opportunity to continue making a positive impact in the lives of children and their families.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
Work History
Recreation Assistant
Bernalillo County
Albuquerque, NM
- Assisted Recreation Leaders with daily children's activities and events.
- Prepared activity materials and maintained a safe, organized environment.
- Supported children during games, sports, and educational activities.
- Helped monitor participant safety and encouraged positive social interaction.
Recreation Leader
Bernalillo County
Albuquerque, NM
06.2022 - 07.2023
- Planned and supervised recreational programs for children of various ages.
- Organized sports, arts and crafts, educational activities, and community events.
- Encouraged teamwork, creativity, and positive behavior while ensuring participant safety.
- Assisted with inclusive programming for children of diverse abilities and backgrounds.
Dental Receptionist
Mountain View Pediatric Dentistry
Rio Rancho, NM
06.2025 - Current
- Welcome patients and families with friendly, professional customer service.
- Schedule appointments, verify patient information, and manage check-in/check-out processes.
- Answer phones and assist families with questions regarding appointments and office procedures.
- Coordinate communication between patients and the dental team to ensure efficient daily operations.
Dental Assistant
Mountain View Pediatric Dentistry
Rio Rancho, NM
06.2024 - Current
- Assist dentists during pediatric dental procedures while ensuring patient comfort and safety.
- Help children overcome dental anxiety using patience, encouragement, and age-appropriate distraction techniques.
- Build trusting relationships with children and their families to create positive dental experiences.
- Provide compassionate care for children with special needs while adapting to each patient's individual needs.
- Maintain treatment rooms, sterilize instruments, and assist with clinical procedures.
Education
High School Diploma -
Rio Rancho High School
Rio Rancho, NM05-2024
Skills
- Child Development & Childcare
- Pediatric Patient Care
- Working with Children with Special Needs
- Building Trust with Children
- Patient Comfort & Anxiety Reduction
- Communication
- Customer Service
- Teamwork
- Organization
- Time Management
- Problem Solving
- Adaptability
- Multitasking
- CPR/First Aid (if certified)
- Problem-solving
- Program planning
- Flexibility
- Relationship building
- Teamwork and collaboration
- Decision-making
- Positive attitude
- Strong work ethic
- Customer assistance
- Problem-solving abilities
- Excellent communication
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Active listening
- Reliability
- Team building
- Conflict resolution
Additional Qualifications
- Over 7 years of babysitting experience caring for children of various ages.
- Experienced as an older sibling helping care for four younger siblings.
- Passionate about helping children feel safe, confident, and supported in every environment.
Timeline
Dental Receptionist
Mountain View Pediatric Dentistry
06.2025 - Current
Dental Assistant
Mountain View Pediatric Dentistry
06.2024 - Current
Recreation Leader
Bernalillo County
06.2022 - 07.2023
Recreation Assistant
Bernalillo County
High School Diploma -
Rio Rancho High School