Nina Hoover
Flagstaff
Summary
Highly motivated, detail-oriented, hard-working professional looking to expand my horizons and transition out of dental hygiene into a field that incorporates my strong love for microbiology, testing, and the ability to strive for continuous improvement. I am eager to work in a team environment that will provide new challenges, learning opportunities, and the ability to apply knowledge and skills relevant to my true passion of microbiology.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Lead Dental Hygienist
Peak Family Dental Care
02.2025 - Current
- Led dental hygiene team in delivering high-quality patient care, dental services, and education.
- Completed training to become the sole Laser Safety Officer for the practice, requiring testing, maintenance, and utilization of dental lasers in a variety of circumstances.
- Developed consent forms and post-operative instructions for patients that are now used in multiple dental practices.
- Developed and implemented an instrument sharpening program to ensure maintenance of instruments to the highest standard.
- Communicated with industry representatives for product ordering, process development and implementation, and continuing education.
Dental Hygienist
Country Club Dental
08.2022 - 02.2025
- Performed comprehensive dental cleanings and assessments.
- Educated patients on oral hygiene practices and preventive care techniques to enhance overall health.
- Implemented sterilization and infection control protocols, maintaining a safe environment in compliance with ADA regulatory standards.
- Maintained up-to-date patient records, including medical histories and treatment plans, to facilitate accurate diagnoses and tailored treatments.
- Collaborated with dentists to develop tailored treatment plans based on patient needs and conditions.
Public Program Educator
Lowell Observatory
12.2019 - 08.2022
- Operated and maintained 12 telescopes, including the 130-year-old Clark Telescope for guest viewing.
- Developed and delivered engaging educational programs including historic tours, constellation tours, astronomy presentations, telescope programs, and science demonstrations for diverse audiences.
- Collaborated with interdisciplinary teams to enhance program content and delivery methods.
Sterilization Technician
McLaughlin Spendlove Orthodontics
08.2017 - 12.2019
- Single handedly operated sterilization equipment to ensure compliance with health and safety standards.
- Developed standard operating procedures to enhance efficiency and consistency in sterilization practices.
- Developed and implemented a biological monitoring program to ensure functional operation of equipment.
- Maintained accurate records of sterilization processes and equipment maintenance.
- Implemented improvements to streamline workflow efficiency in sterilization area.
- Trained new staff on sterilization protocols and standard practices.
Education
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ05-2023
Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene
Northern Arizona University
Flagstaff, AZ05-2022
Skills
- Compliance with ADA standards (an ANSI Accredited Standards Developer) to maintain infection control, protocol adherence, and patient care
- Detailed documentation of medical and dental information, procedures and services rendered, settings of equipment, and products/ingredients used when providing patient care
- Strong verbal and written communication skills used to develop consent forms, post-operative instructions, explain procedures and complex scientific topics to a lay audience, as well as communicate with professionals of different backgrounds coordinating equipment maintenance, continuing education, and new product adoption
- Skilled in performing different types of microbial testing such as culture tests, microbial tests such as PCR, and microscopy through the use of different staining and visualization techniques
- Strong critical thinking and problem solving skills to address real-time issues impacting patient care plans and long-term health outcomes
- Effective time management in order to maintain patient and sterilization flow to ensure smooth transition from patient to patient
Timeline
Lead Dental Hygienist
Peak Family Dental Care
02.2025 - Current
Dental Hygienist
Country Club Dental
08.2022 - 02.2025
Public Program Educator
Lowell Observatory
12.2019 - 08.2022
Sterilization Technician
McLaughlin Spendlove Orthodontics
08.2017 - 12.2019
Bachelor of Science - Microbiology
Northern Arizona University
Bachelor of Science - Dental Hygiene
Northern Arizona University