Rebecca Jennings
Columbia,MD
Summary
Dedicated professional with history of meeting company goals utilizing consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Dental one, Precision Dentistry
Columbia, MD
01.2014 - 08.2015
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms and restocked supplies to prep for next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures and oral surgery.
- Sanitized trays, instruments and surfaces for clean dental office setting and patient safety.
- Maintained dental supply inventory by checking stock to determine inventory levels and placing and expediting orders for supplies.
- Successfully assisted dentist by performing four-handed dentistry and other chair-side duties.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for 10 or more procedures daily.
- Recorded patients' health histories, documented current symptoms and pulled up records from prior visits for dentists to view and evaluate.
- Explained treatment procedures and instructed patients on home care guidelines.
- Assisted dentists, hygienists and other personnel by handing appropriate tools and supplies needed for procedures.
- Scheduled appointments for new and existing customers, factoring in provider availability and scheduling loads.
- Prepared comprehensive radiological images, allowing supervisory dental staff to spot cavities, tooth decay and areas needing treatment.
- Prepared rooms for patient treatment by cleaning and sterilizing tools and equipment.
- Administered desensitizing agents by applying numbing gel to prepare patients for anesthetic injections.
- Staged tray for procedures by arranging dental instruments and equipment.
- Took dental images following strict patient protection rules by mentioning risks during pregnancy, and applying lead aprons.
- Supported dentists during procedures to restore teeth, like dental fillings, permanent and temporary crowns.
- Prepared and positioned patients for procedures by clipping dental napkins and placing patient safety devices.
- Documented patient dental health information, medical history and vital signs for future reference.
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water and mixing materials for fillings, casts and impressions.
- Assisted dentist with paperwork and billing protocol for both routine and less common procedures.
- Sterilized rooms and prepped equipment and instruments for procedures daily.
- Created dental impressions used for diagnostics, opposing models and study casts to make crowns, bridges and other dental prosthetics.
- Prepared patient X-rays and images for review by dentist.
- Helped dentists restore teeth by applying permanent and temporary fillings and crowns.
Tax Preparer
Self
COLUMBIA, MD
01.2015 - Current
- Completed and filed returns with tax departments at local, state and federal levels.
- Maintained complete records of client tax returns and supporting documentation in secured areas.
- Reviewed clients tax filing papers thoroughly to determine eligibility for additional tax credits or deductions.
- Prepared tax returns, extensions, tax planning calculations and write-ups for organizations and entities.
- Prepared written responses or tax return amendments to resolve state and federal notices.
- Contacted IRS or other relevant government organizations on behalf of client to address issues related to tax self-preparation.
- Prepared tax returns for clients according to government regulations and requirements.
- Provided information about available products and services to clients, resulting in increased business opportunities.
Clerical/Apprentice Jeweler
Jared The Galleria of Jewelry
Hanover, Maryland
07.2010 - 05.2013
- Job duties included entering items in computer system, photographed jewelry and updated description cards, placed orders for Diamonds, Gemstones, and Gold.
- Conducted in-depth research to identify sourcing for high-quality materials and stones at attainable pricing.
- Maintained equipment in good working order, completing adjustments and repairs to promote longevity.
- Constructed both one-off and mass-produced items with skilled finishing work such as engraving.
- Completed work with metals such as gold, platinum and silver, as well as wide range of stone types.
- Checked completed jewelry pieces to evaluate quality and made adjustments to align with customer demands.
- Conducted thorough inspections and cleanings of jewelry items to evaluate expected durability and construction quality.
- Evaluated every incoming piece to document dimensions and existing flaws.
- Delivered fully repaired, resized and polished pieces according to customer requirements while maintaining high satisfaction.
- Supported sales team with accurate service pricing and work descriptions.
- Maintained customer jewelry pieces by making repairs and modifications.
- Returned older pieces to lustrous shine by cleaning, polishing and electroplating.
- Provided clerical support to company employees by copying, faxing and filing documents.
- Responded to inquiries from callers seeking information.
- Maintained organized files and stocked supplies to support team needs and maximize performance.
- Delivered clerical support by handling range of routine and special requirements.
- Executed record filing system to improve document organization and management.
- Helped staff complete special projects by organizing documentation and supplies to handle forecasted demands.
- Kept reception area clean and neat to give visitors positive first impression.
- Prepared packages for shipment, pickup and courier services for prompt delivery to customers.
- Received and routed business correspondence to correct departments and staff members.
- Restocked supplies and placed purchase orders to maintain adequate stock levels.
- Monitored shipments and mailing procedures to effectively distribute or file mail and solve shipment issues.
- Took initiative to help upper management with tasks and coordinate.
- Worked with individual clients to design unique pieces, communicating effectively to establish vision and specifications.
- Worked damaged metal items to restore appearance by correcting damages.
- Selected and acquired metals and gems for designs.
- Asked open-ended questions to determine exactly what customers required.
Owner/Operator
Self-employed
COLUMBIA, United States
11.2010 - Current
- I Operate a small online store where I sell various handmade item's I make in my spare time.
- Managed day-to-day business operations.
- Consulted with customers to assess needs and propose optimal solutions.
- Created and monitored promotional approaches to increase sales and profit levels.
- Remained up-to-date on current trends and attended industry trade shows and markets to view and order inventory.
- Monitored market conditions to set accurate product pricing and take advantage of emerging trends.
- Maintained up-to-date administrative records to monitor operational conditions.
- Evaluated specifications of each design to identify sizes, shapes and quantities involved for every part.
- Developed master patterns for all sizes of each piece based on industry-recognized charts and standard measuring systems.
- Assembled orders according to specifications.
- Kept tools, equipment and work areas properly maintained.
- Used color, space and composition to produce desired artistic effects.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Fabricated pieces by hand and using specialized equipment such as.
- Modified designs to meet client demands.
- Created professionally staged images using special lighting and backgrounds to display pieces attractively.
- Assessed pieces to evaluate quality and accuracy according to design.
CNA/GNA
Lorien Columbia MSU
COLUMBIA, MD
02.2006 - 04.2008
- Answered call lights and supported patient comfort and safety by adjusting bed rails and equipment.
- Promoted good oral and personal hygiene by aiding patients with shaving, bathing and teeth brushing.
- Checked patient vitals such as temperature, blood pressure and blood sugar levels.
- Assisted with feeding and monitored intake to help patients achieve nutritional objectives.
- Delivered individualized patient care by recording vital signs, documenting observations, administering treatments and evaluating patient needs.
- Cared for residents in assisted living facility and delivered high-quality support to meet needs.
- Evaluated patients to identify and address wounds, behavioral concerns and medically relevant symptoms.
- Cared for clients with diagnoses such as respiratory failure, diabetes, Parkinson's disease and muscular dystrophy.
- Supported ambulation and physical therapy needs by conducting planned exercise routines.
- Offered immediate assistance in emergency and routine paging situations to evaluate needs and deliver care.
- Oversaw and maintained patients' rooms, and group living areas
- Participated in fun group activities with patients to boost mood, improve overall memory and provide light entertainment.
- Facilitated personal hygiene management, feeding and ambulation.
- Transported patients between rooms and appointments or testing locations.
- Reduced risks of patient infection and cross-contamination by cleaning and sterilizing equipment.
- Provided care to patients throughout lifespan with consideration of aging processes, human development stages and culture.
- Maintained best-in-class standards for individualized care in -bed unit by continuously checking in with patients and families and quickly providing care.
- Bathed, dressed, groomed, toileted and fed residents to support activities of daily living.
- Maintained safe and sanitary work stations and equipment to reduce spread of germs, bacteria and other pathogens.
- Supplied incontinent care, ambulation, range of motion, communication and other wellness needs to support bodily functions and meet physical therapy goals.
- Offered quality nursing care to residents to promote rights, dignity and freedom of choice.
- Maintained patient stability by checking vital signs and weight and recording intake and outtake information.
- Quickly learned new skills and applied them to daily tasks, improving efficiency and productivity.
- Carried out day-day-day duties accurately and efficiently.
- Managed caseload of 17 patients simultaneously by providing bedside care, treatments, IV therapy and wound care.
- Recorded and measured patients' weight, temperature, respiration and blood pressure.
- Monitored patients before, during and after surgical operations to evaluate patient care and maintained aseptic techniques .
- Collaborated daily with-person health care team to achieve optimum patient care, boosting patient satisfaction scores.
- Evaluated patient histories, complaints and current symptoms.
- Advocated for and strived to protect health, safety and rights of patient.
- Explained course of care and medication side effects to patients in easy-to-understand terms.
- Managed patients recovering from medical or surgical procedures.
- Followed all personal and health data procedures to effectively comply with HIPAA laws and prevent information breaches.
- Offered exceptional care and support to individuals recovering from acute incidents and dealing with chronic conditions.
- Provided exceptional care to high-acute patients needing complex care such as ventilator management, extensive wound care and rehabilitation.
Education
Certificate of Completion - Certified Care Giver
My CNA Jobs
Columbia, MD03.2021
Certificate of Authenticity - Reiki Level 1/Shoden
Reiki Infinite Healer
Online07.2021
Certificate of Achievement - Philosophical Approaches To Ethics (Short Course)
E Learning College
Online07.2020
Certificate - Dental Assistant
Dental Assistant Training School
Columbia, MD04.2015
Certificate - Dental Radiation Safety Certification Course
Dental Assistant Training School
Columbia, MD04.2015
Continuing Education Certificate - Infection Control in Dentistry
Dental Assistant Training School
Columbia, MD04.2015
Certificate - Radiation Health And Safety
Dental Assistant Training School
Columbia, MD11.2015
Certificate - Certified/Geriatric Nursing Assistant
IT Works Learning Center
Columbia, MD02.2006
Certificate - Certificate of GNA Respiratory Care Introduction
Lorien
Columbia, MD02.2006
Diploma - Professional Jewelry Design And Repair
Ashworth University
Georgia02.2001
Skills
- Critical Thinking
- Strong organizational skills
- Ability to follow instructions
- Good judgment
- Calm Under Stress
- Work Independently or on teams
- Complex Problem-Solving
- Strong customer service skills
- Self-motivated professional
- Flexible & Adaptable
- Good listening skills
- Responsible
Timeline
Tax Preparer
Self
01.2015 - Current
Dental Assistant
Dental one, Precision Dentistry
01.2014 - 08.2015
Owner/Operator
Self-employed
11.2010 - Current
Clerical/Apprentice Jeweler
Jared The Galleria of Jewelry
07.2010 - 05.2013
CNA/GNA
Lorien Columbia MSU
02.2006 - 04.2008
Certificate of Completion - Certified Care Giver
My CNA Jobs
Certificate of Authenticity - Reiki Level 1/Shoden
Reiki Infinite Healer
Certificate of Achievement - Philosophical Approaches To Ethics (Short Course)
E Learning College
Certificate - Dental Assistant
Dental Assistant Training School
Certificate - Dental Radiation Safety Certification Course
Dental Assistant Training School
Continuing Education Certificate - Infection Control in Dentistry
Dental Assistant Training School
Certificate - Radiation Health And Safety
Dental Assistant Training School
Certificate - Certified/Geriatric Nursing Assistant
IT Works Learning Center
Certificate - Certificate of GNA Respiratory Care Introduction
Lorien
Diploma - Professional Jewelry Design And Repair
Ashworth University
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