Shaneka Haywood
Spring Lake,NC
Summary
Dedicated dental assistant with expertise in chairside assisting and sterilization processes. Proven ability to enhance patient comfort through effective communication and practical experience. Committed to contributing to a collaborative dental practice while advancing skills in the dental field.
Overview
1
1
Certification
7
7
years of professional experience
Work History
Dental Assistant
Cameron Family Dental
Cameron, NC
07.2025 - Current
- Assisted dentists during dental procedures, ensuring patient comfort and minimizing anxiety.
- Assisted dentists during procedures and ensured patient comfort throughout visits.
- Prepared treatment rooms by sterilizing instruments and organizing materials efficiently.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and post-treatment care instructions.
Personal Care Assistant
Comfort Keepers
Cary, US
04.2020 - 12.2025
- Maintained clean and organized patient and family areas to promote comfort.
- Created a welcoming atmosphere through patient interaction to enhance their experience. through conversation and supported daily needs effectively.
- Positioned residents to enhance comfort and prevent skin pressure issues.
- Assisted with transferring residents in and out of wheelchairs and adaptive equipment.
- Maintained stock of essential supplies, equipment, and instruments to ensure uninterrupted care.
- Completed and submitted patient documentation according to established guidelines.
- Prepared patient rooms prior to arrivals for seamless transitions.
- Delivered companionship and emotional support, contributing to improved client well-being.
Job Shadowing
Dental Care of Sanford
Sanford, US
02.2025 - 03.2025
- Executed chairside duties, including suctioning, handing instruments, mixing materials, and applying topical anesthetics, to support efficient patient care.
- Ensured proper sterilization and disinfection of instruments and treatment rooms, contributing to a safe clinical environment.
- Upheld cleanliness of work area through instrument sterilization after each use and proper disposal of contaminated materials, fostering patient safety.
- Prepared treatment rooms with appropriate instruments before each appointment.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills by greeting patients warmly and responding quickly to their needs.
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
Raleigh, US
08.2019 - 03.2020
- Prepared and dispensed prescription medication over phone and in person, ensuring accuracy and compliance.
- Collaborated with health professionals and customers to mix medicines, count pills, measure medication, create labels, and provide medication instructions while processing payments.
- Processed prescription orders accurately for customers and healthcare professionals.
- Managed inventory levels and organized medication storage efficiently.
- Assisted pharmacists with patient consultations and medication information.
Education
Certificate - Dental Assisting
Accelerated Achievement Academy
Cary, NC03-2025
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice, Criminal Justice, Criminal Justice
North Carolina Central University
Durham, NC12-2018
Associates - Criminal Justice, Criminal Justice, Criminal Justice
Wake Tech Community College
Raleigh, NC12-2016
Diploma -
Athens Drive High School
Raleigh, NC01-2012
Skills
- Chairside assistance
- Patient-focused care
- HIPAA compliance
- Organizational skills
- Team collaboration
- Effective communication
- Work commitment
Certification
- Radiology Certification
- Registered Dental Assistant
- CPR Certification
- Nitrous Certified
Timeline
Dental Assistant
Cameron Family Dental
07.2025 - Current
Job Shadowing
Dental Care of Sanford
02.2025 - 03.2025
Personal Care Assistant
Comfort Keepers
04.2020 - 12.2025
Pharmacy Technician
Walgreens
08.2019 - 03.2020
Certificate - Dental Assisting
Accelerated Achievement Academy
Bachelor of Science - Criminal Justice, Criminal Justice, Criminal Justice
North Carolina Central University
Associates - Criminal Justice, Criminal Justice, Criminal Justice
Wake Tech Community College
Diploma -
Athens Drive High School