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Discover the Importance of Dental Assistant Certifications and Their Impact on Career Success

Northwest Suburban College

As a Dental Assistant, you may be responsible for a variety of dental duties, from patient education to assisting dentists chairside with dental procedures. This certification demonstrates that the holder has met professional and educational standards and passed a rigorous, comprehensive examination.

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Meet Nancy Colobong Smith, American Nephrology Nurses Association’s President-Elect 2023-24

Minority Nurse

My role includes staff training, patient education, regulatory compliance, evidence-based practice, quality improvement, and research. My first certification was the Certification in Nephrology Nursing (CNN) which I earned in 2001 because I knew I wanted to be a nephrology nurse long term.

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5 Risk Control Considerations as Nurse Practitioners’ Scope of Practice Expands

Minority Nurse

According to the American Association of Nurse Practitioners (AANP) , laws and regulations granting NPs full practice authority enable NPs to practice to the full extent of their education, training, and certification without physician oversight. Informed Consent. Scope of Practice Limitations.

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A Beginner’s Guide to Becoming a Dental Assistant

MedQuest College

Their responsibilities range from preparing treatment rooms and sterilizing instruments to assisting during dental procedures and educating patients on oral hygiene practices. Educational Requirements and Training Programs To become a dental assistant, you typically need a high school diploma or equivalent.

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A Comprehensive Look at the Rewarding Career of a Dental Assistant

Northwest Suburban College

Interpersonal and Communication Skills Effective communication is vital in the dental care industry, as dental assistants must be able to establish rapport with patients, their families, and team members. They are often responsible for patient education and must be able to convey essential information clearly and sensitively.

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The Well-Fed Nursing Career

Minority Nurse

and soft skills (communication, emotional intelligence, patient education, etc.) One way to develop as a nursing professional is to seek opportunities to learn new skills, which may include pursuing certifications. Your long-term career vision may or may not involve education or certification.

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New CE: Specialty Series

NHA Now

NHA CERTIFICATE HOLDERS: LOG IN TO ACCESS THE VIDEO PRESENTATION Meet the Authors/Presenters Morgan Baldwin, MSN, RN, CPNP works for General surgery Group at Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital in, St. Additionally, you will learn how to educate patients about how to manage their disease and what to do should a crisis arise.