PAYTON FRENCH
Buckfield,ME
Summary
Compassionate healthcare professional with over 10 years of experience in patient care and dental assisting across clinical and hospital settings. Currently pursuing an accelerated nursing degree at Beal University, expected graduation in 2027. Skilled in infection prevention, sterile technique, patient education, and clinical documentation, with a strong focus on safe, patient-centered care.
Overview
1
1
Certification
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Maine Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Associates
01.2025 - Current
- Assisted chairside during oral and maxillofacial surgical procedures, enhancing patient safety and comfort.
- Prepare treatment rooms, instruments, and equipment for procedures.
- Promoted safety by maintaining strict infection prevention and sterilization standards.
- Prepared patients for procedures, positioning them effectively and delivering clear postoperative instructions to ensure recovery.
- Monitor patients and communicate changes or concerns to the healthcare team.
- Delivered compassionate patient care, fostering a supportive environment to alleviate anxiety before, during, and after procedures.
- Maintain accurate clinical documentation and follow established safety protocols.
- Adapted quickly to ensure efficiency and productivity in a fast-paced surgical environment.
Dental Assistant
Maple Way Dental Care
01.2016 - 01.2025
- Delivered chairside assistance during dental procedures, enhancing patient comfort and procedural efficiency.
- Prepared treatment rooms, instruments, and materials for patient care.
- Upheld infection control, sterilization, and safety procedures to ensure a safe environment for patients and staff.
- Assisted with patient education and postoperative care instructions.
- Obtained and documented patient information and medical histories.
- Cultivated strong patient communication and relationship-building skills, fostering trust and improving patient satisfaction.
- Collaborated closely with dentists, hygienists, and other members of the dental team.
- Managed multiple responsibilities while maintaining attention to patient safety and quality of care.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Market Square Healthcare Center
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Delivered direct patient care and supported activities of daily living to enhance patient comfort and independence.
- Obtained and reported vital signs and changes in patient condition.
- Assisted patients with bathing, dressing, toileting, mobility, and nutrition.
- Promoted patient safety, comfort, dignity, and independence.
- Reported patient needs and observations to nursing staff to ensure timely interventions and continuity of care.
- Ensured a clean and safe patient environment to promote health and prevent infection.
- Developed strong foundational skills in compassionate, patient-centered care.
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Central Maine Medical Center (CMMC)
01.2014 - 01.2016
- Provided direct patient care in a hospital environment.
- Supported patients with activities of daily living and mobility to promote independence and well-being.
- Monitored and reported vital signs and patient observations to ensure timely medical responses.
- Collaborated with nursing staff to deliver comprehensive patient care and meet daily clinical needs.
- Maintained patient safety and infection prevention standards.
- Communicated effectively with patients, families, nurses, and other healthcare professionals.
- Provided respectful and compassionate care to patients with varying healthcare needs.
Education
Associate Degree in Nursing - Accelerated Nursing Program
Beal University
Wilton, ME01-2027
High School Diploma - undefined
Buckfield Jr.-Sr. High School
Buckfield, Maine01-2015
Skills
- Surgical Assistance
- Infection control
- Sterile Technique
- Patient Safety
- Clinical Documentation
- Patient Education
- Vital Signs
- Patient Assessment
- Chairside Assistance
- Activities of Daily Living
- Fast-Paced Clinical Environments
- Communication & Teamwork
- Compassionate care
- Medical Terminology
- Patient-Centered Care
Certification
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), Basic Life Support (BLS)
CLINICAL EXPERIENCE
- Beal University — Nursing Clinical Experience
- Experience setting up a labor and delivery table while maintaining sterile technique.
- Observed an emergency cesarean section and the rapid preparation of a patient for surgery.
- Observed the use of medications and interventions related to maternal and fetal status.
- Practiced patient safety, infection prevention, clinical communication, and assessment skills.
- Developing nursing competencies through hands-on clinical rotations and patient care experiences.
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Maine Oral & Maxillofacial Surgery Associates
01.2025 - Current
Dental Assistant
Maple Way Dental Care
01.2016 - 01.2025
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Market Square Healthcare Center
01.2014 - 01.2016
Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA)
Central Maine Medical Center (CMMC)
01.2014 - 01.2016
High School Diploma - undefined
Buckfield Jr.-Sr. High School
Associate Degree in Nursing - Accelerated Nursing Program
Beal University