Dental Nurse Resume

Christine Peters

1775 Jett Lane

Anaheim, CA92801

(555)-555-5555

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Career Objective Dental Nurse who wants a position with a hospital so that I can render my services in this field and further grow as a Dental Nurse.

Summary of Qualifications:

• Extensive experience in dental nursing
• Outstanding knowledge of various dental tools and latest technology in the field
• Proficient in MS Office suite and other computer applications
• Ability to comfort patients during surgeries and other procedures
• Abilityto do administrative tasks
• Abilityto multi-task and work independently in team environment

Work Experience:

Dental Nurse, August 2005 – Present

Veterans Affairs, Anaheim, CA

• Educated patients on oral health care.
• Examined teeth and diagnosing patients’ dental conditions.
• Assessed treatment options and interpreted treatment plans to patients.
• Implemented clinical treatments, such as treating gum disease, restoring teeth affected by decay.
• Maintained patients’ dental records.
• Supervised nursing staff and helped in recruiting and training them.
• Managed budgets and maintained stocks of equipment.

Dental Nurse, May 2000 – July 2005

Spectrum Healthcare Resources, Anaheim, CA

• Examined patient’s teeth and gums, made models of patients’ teeth.
• Coordinated in removing plaque and tartar deposits, cleaning and whitening the teeth and taking x-rays.
• Educated patients how to improve at-home dental care to prevent future cavities and to ensure general oral health.
• Ensured adherence to proper safety procedures.
• Adhered to strict sanitary and hygiene guidelines.
• Recorded, documented and updated data.

Education

Bachelor of Science in Dental Nursing, Madonna University, Livonia, MI