Hi, I’m
Peggy Wolford
Loveland,OH
Summary
Highly experienced STNA with 24 years of dedicated patient care experience seeking a new challenge in the dental field as an entry-level dental assistant. Strong understanding of medical terminology, infection control protocols, and patient safety practices. Skilled in providing compassionate care, maintaining patient comfort, and assisting with daily living activities. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a proven ability to work effectively in a team environment. Eager to learn and expand my skill set in dental assisting through hands-on training and professional development opportunities. Committed to delivering exceptional patient care and contributing to the success of the dental practice.
Overview
22
years of professional experience
1
Certification
Work History
Imperial Endodontist
Intern DA
09.2024 - Current
Job overview
- Supported staff members in their daily tasks, reducing workload burden and allowing for increased focus on higher-priority assignments.
- Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant work situations.
- Gained hands-on experience in various settings increasing proficiency and expanding technical skill set.
- Developed organizational skills through managing multiple tasks simultaneously
- Contributed to a positive team environment by collaborating with a fellow intern
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Assisted with day-to-day operations, working efficiently and productively with all team members.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
- Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Developed and maintained courteous and effective working relationships.
Otterbein SeniorLife
STNA (State Tested Nursing Assistant)
09.2022 - Current
Job overview
- Patient care: Bathing, feeding, and transporting patients, as well as assisting with daily activities like dressing, grooming, and toileting
- Patient monitoring: Checking vital signs like blood pressure and heart rate, and administering medication
- Patient information: Gathering information from physicians, caregivers, and nurses, and reviewing dietary restrictions, food allergies, and preferences
- Patient support: Answering patient calls and requests, and reporting observations of the patient to nursing supervisors
- Medical supplies: Gathering medical supplies, and stocking medical supplies
- Patient records: Completing forms, reports, logs, and records.
Private Caregiver
11.2019 - Current
Job overview
- Cooking, Cleaning, Bathing, Paying Bills, Running errands, Medication management, Take to/from Dr appointments.
Loveland HealthCare
STNA (State Tested Nursing Assistant)
05.2018 - 02.2022
Job overview
- Patient care: Bathing, feeding, and transporting patients, as well as assisting with daily activities like dressing, grooming, and toileting
- Patient monitoring: Checking vital signs like blood pressure and heart rate, and administering medication
- Patient information: Gathering information from physicians, caregivers, and nurses, and reviewing dietary restrictions, food allergies, and preferences
- Patient support: Answering patient calls and requests, and reporting observations of the patient to nursing supervisors
- Medical supplies: Gathering medical supplies, and stocking medical supplies
- Patient records: Completing forms, reports, logs, and records.
Meadowood Care Center
STNA (State Tested Nursing Assistant)
08.2002 - 02.2018
Job overview
- Patient care: Bathing, feeding, and transporting patients, as well as assisting with daily activities like dressing, grooming, and toileting
- Patient monitoring: Checking vital signs like blood pressure and heart rate, and administering medication
- Patient information: Gathering information from physicians, caregivers, and nurses, and reviewing dietary restrictions, food allergies, and preferences
- Patient support: Answering patient calls and requests, and reporting observations of the patient to nursing supervisors
- Medical supplies: Gathering medical supplies, and stocking medical supplies
- Patient records: Completing forms, reports, logs, and records.
Education
Union Centre InstituteCincinnati, OH
DA from Dental Assisting
Ohio Valley Vocational SchoolWest Union, OH
GED
04.2001
Skills
- Vital Signs
- Medication Administration
- Patient Care
- Dementia Care
- Food Preparation
- Nursing
- Meal Preparation
- Laundry
- Infection Control Training
- Home Care
- Memory Care
- Caregiving
- Alzheimer's Care
- Senior Care
- Customer service
Certification
- State Tested Nursing Assistant
- Driver's License
- BLS Certification
Personal Information
Work Permit: Authorized to work in the US for any employer
Timeline
Intern DA
Imperial Endodontist
09.2024 - Current
STNA (State Tested Nursing Assistant)
Otterbein SeniorLife
09.2022 - Current
Private Caregiver
11.2019 - Current
STNA (State Tested Nursing Assistant)
Loveland HealthCare
05.2018 - 02.2022
STNA (State Tested Nursing Assistant)
Meadowood Care Center
08.2002 - 02.2018
Ohio Valley Vocational School
GED
Union Centre Institute
DA from Dental Assisting
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