Merra Mims

Reliable and compassionate professional. Skilled in patient care, infection control and keeping individuals calm and comfortable. Dedicated to supporting clinical teams and providing safe care to every patient.

Dental Assistant at Great Expressions Dental Centers (2025-06 – Present)

• Assist during procedures including filings, crowns, and extractions.
• Provided chair-side assistance during periodontal, preventive and operative dental procedures.
• Welcomed, seated and explained procedures to patients.
• Capture and process digital X-rays, perform iTero scans, assist with invisalign treatments.
• Support patient education on oral hygiene and post treatment care.
• Manage front office duties including scheduling, check in and charting.

Home Health Aide at Saint Micheal's (2024-02 – 2025-03)

• Reviewed and followed specific care plans for clients and reported completed tasks to supervisors.
• Monitored patient vital signs and reported changes to supervisors to review treatment regimens.
• Assisted with grocery shopping, errands, and transportation to medical appointments.
• Performed light housekeeping duties, including laundry, cleaning, and organizing clients' living areas.
• Provided companionship and emotional support to promote clients' comfort and wellbeing.
• Prepared nutritious meals and assisted with feeding when needed.
• Built trusting relationships with clients and families by providing compassionate, respectful, and dependable care.

Caregiver/Med Tech at Silver Creek Assisted Living (2023-05 – 2024-02)

• Assisted clients with activities of daily living including bathing, dressing, grooming, toileting, and mobility.
• Assisted clients with transfers, ambulation, and the use of mobility equipment.
• Maintained case notes to document resident progress and condition.
• Administered medications according to physician orders and documented medication administration accurately.
• Built strong rapport with patients to provide stable and supportive care system.
• Measured and recorded vital signs
• Monitored and reported changes in clients' physical, mental, and emotional conditions to nursing staff or supervisors.
• Maintained a clean, safe, and comfortable living environment.

Dental Assistant – Concorde Career College (2025-04)

High School Diploma – St. Johns Technical High School (2023-06)