Rena Decker
Omaha
Summary
Level I and II Licensed Expanded Functions Dental Assistant with over 15 years of experience, including 6 years in pediatric dentistry. Skilled in providing compassionate care to children, young adults and adults including patients with developmental disabilities, by using tailored support strategies to ensure comfort and positive dental experiences. Adept in dental terminology, procedures, and infection control, with broad knowledge across general and specialty dentistry. Recognized for building strong patient relationships, collaborating effectively with dental teams, and maintaining a commitment to continuous learning and professional growth. Dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care while contributing to a supportive and efficient workplace.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
2
2
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Certification
Work History
Licensed Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Pediatric Dental Specialists of Greater Nebraska
Omaha
05.2022 - Current
- Clinical Lead Assistant
- Supply ordering and inventory
- Served as lead trainer for new employees, facilitating skill development and operational proficiency
- Developed resources and tools to support clinical staff success and systems to improve workflow efficiency
- Directed and executed the hands-on setup of a new office, establishing processes, organizational standards, and team workflows for maximum efficiency
- Administration/monitoring of N2O certification
- Assisting chair side with all procedures
- Skilled in restoring a full range of dental restorations and cementing SSC's/fixed appliances
- Assisting full mouth oral rehabilitation in OR hospital setting under general anesthesia and office based general anesthesia
- Scheduling appointments
- Accurately document patient records and clinical notes
- Traditional orthodontic banding/adjustments
- Invisalign attachment bonding
- ITero scanning
Pediatric Dental Assistant
UNMC at Children's Hospital
Omaha
11.2019 - 05.2022
- Assisting chair side with pediatric dental residents and orthodontists
- Preparation of all procedures
- Assisting full mouth oral rehabilitation in operating room under general anesthesia
- Assisting during oral sedation
- Assisting in PCR and rapid Covid 19 testing
- Knowledgeable of all OSHA guidelines and PPE guidelines
- Infection control
- Scheduling appointments
Dental Assistant
Heartland Dental
Omaha
01.2016 - 12.2018
- Assisted chair side in all procedures
- Lab invoice tracking
- ITero intraoral scanner
- Invisalign
- Zoom whitening
- Infection control
Dental Assistant
Millard Oaks Dental
Omaha
03.2012 - 06.2015
- Assisting chair side in all dental procedures
- Laboratory work
- Processed payments
- Entered data and kept appropriate records
- Established relationships and report with patients
- Zoom whitening
- Invisalign
Education
Associate of Applied Science - Level 1 & 2 Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
University of Iowa
Iowa City, IA 02.2024 - 04.2024
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Assistant
Kaplan University
Omaha, NE 05.2008 - 01.2010
Skills
- Oversaw daily clinical operations to ensure an efficient, well-organized, and patient-focused environment
- Managed inventory and supply ordering, maintaining cost control and uninterrupted clinic flow
- Assisted with and restored dental preparations, ensuring precision, quality, and patient comfort
- Supported infection prevention and sterilization protocols to uphold safety and compliance standards
- Trained and guided new and existing team members, fostering a collaborative and high-performing clinical environment
Certification
Board Certified & State Licensed Level I and II Expanded Functions Dental Assistant (EFDA) – 05/2023 to 03/2025 (License #151)
Registered Dental Assistant (RDA)
BLS (Basic Life Support) Certification – Current
Radiology Certification – Current
Nitrous Oxide Certification – 12/2024 - Current
Coronal Polishing Certification – Current
Timeline
Associate of Applied Science - Level 1 & 2 Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
University of Iowa
02.2024 - 04.2024
Licensed Expanded Functions Dental Assistant
Pediatric Dental Specialists of Greater Nebraska
05.2022 - Current
Pediatric Dental Assistant
UNMC at Children's Hospital
11.2019 - 05.2022
Dental Assistant
Heartland Dental
01.2016 - 12.2018
Dental Assistant
Millard Oaks Dental
03.2012 - 06.2015
Associate of Applied Science - Dental Assistant
Kaplan University
05.2008 - 01.2010