Ana Carolina Da Silva
Waikanae,WGN
Summary
Registered Nurse with experience offering comprehensive patient care in outpatient environments. Works well with diverse patient populations and fosters trusting relationships to improve outcomes. Efficiently coordinate with healthcare professionals to advance patient care.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Registered Nurse
Max Facs Limited
12.2023 - Current
- Enhanced patient satisfaction by providing compassionate, holistic nursing care that addressed physical, emotional, and spiritual needs, using the Te Whare Tapa Wha and Meihana Model.
- Improved patient outcomes by implementing evidence-based nursing interventions and individualized care plans.
- Conducted thorough patient assessments to identify changes in condition, promptly notifying physicians and initiating appropriate interventions when necessary.
- Promoted a safety culture within the healthcare facility by participating in quality improvement initiatives, identifying potential hazards, and advocating for best practices in nursing care delivery.
- Administered medications safely according to established guidelines while closely monitoring for side effects or adverse reactions requiring intervention.
- Prevented the spread of infections by consistently adhering to strict infection control protocols and educating patients on proper hygiene practices.
Dental Assistant
University Of Otago, Auckland Campus
02.2020 - 02.2021
- Enhanced patient comfort by providing gentle and thorough dental cleanings.
- Assisted dentists with complex procedures, ensuring optimal patient care and treatment outcomes.
- Maintained a clean and sterile work environment to prevent cross-contamination and infection.
- Managed inventory of dental supplies, reducing waste and optimizing resource allocation.
- Provided chairside assistance during examinations, improving dentist efficiency and patient satisfaction.
- Supported dentists during oral surgeries by preparing surgical rooms with necessary tools and sterilized instruments.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for the next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
Dental Assistant
Frank Matheson Dental
08.2017 - 02.2020
- Prepared instruments and equipment for use in dental procedures, ensuring their availability when needed.
- Contributed to office organization by maintaining accurate patient records and updating files regularly.
- Handled administrative tasks such as billing, insurance claims processing, and appointment confirmation calls to support office operations efficiently.
- Cleaned and sanitized dental tools and equipment, straightened treatment rooms, and restocked supplies to prep for the next patient and maintain health and safety practices.
- Performed general chair-side duties for general dentistry, endo procedures, and oral surgery.
- Prepared and sterilized instruments and materials for use by dentists.
- Scheduled and confirmed patient appointments.
- Assisted dentists by passing instruments, suctioning intraoral fluids, adding water, mixing materials for fillings, endodontic procedures, dental casts and impressions.
Education
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Massey University
Wellington, NZ04.2024
Skills
- Medical Assessment
- Care Planning
- Patient Management
- Portuguese Fluency
- Patient Care
- Patient Evaluation
- Medication and IV Administration
- Patient Assessments
Certification
New Zealand Certificate in Sterilising Technology (Level 3) - Awarded by New Zealand Dental Association Incorporated, 2018
New Zealand Certificate in Health and Wellbeing (Level 3), Health Assistance -
Awarded by New Zealand Dental Association Incorporated, 2018
Languages
Portuguese
Native or Bilingual
Spanish
Professional Working
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Registered Nurse
Max Facs Limited
12.2023 - Current
Dental Assistant
University Of Otago, Auckland Campus
02.2020 - 02.2021
Dental Assistant
Frank Matheson Dental
08.2017 - 02.2020
Bachelor of Nursing - Nursing
Massey University
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