Ric'Kel King
Healthcare Associate | Patient Support Assistant | Dental & Orthodontic Assistant
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About
Dedicated healthcare professional with 10+ years of experience supporting Med-Surg/Ortho, Emergency, PCU, and dental/orthodontic environments. Strong clinical skills, excellent communication, and a proven ability to deliver safe, compassionate, patient-centered care. Thrives in fast-paced, team-driven settings.
Experience
Patient Support Assistant - Med Surg/Ortho & Emergency Dept (Nights) at OhioHealth Hospital (2025-08 – Present)
- Provide direct patient care including vitals, glucose checks, specimen collection, catheterization within scope, and mobility assistance.
- Support admissions, discharges, patient transport, and continuous monitoring.
- Maintain infection-control standards and communicate patient changes promptly.
General Education Teacher at Columbus City Schools (2022-08 – Present)
- Deliver differentiated instruction and support students with disabilities through IEP implementation.
- Collaborate with special education teams to promote inclusive learning environments.
Orthodontic Dental Assistant at Daily Dental & BracesBar (2019-11 – 2021-11)
- Assisted with orthodontic procedures, sterilization, bracket/band placement, wire changes, and Invisalign workflows.
- Performed diagnostic imaging and iTero scanning.
Orthodontic / General Dental Assistant at Fixari Family Dental (2017-07 – 2019-09)
- Collected diagnostic records, assisted with orthodontic procedures, and provided oral hygiene counseling.
Patient Care Associate - PCU at Ohio State University Hospital East (2017-05 – 2019-06)
- Performed hourly phlebotomy, specimen collection, catheterization, ADLs, and patient safety support.
Patient Care Assistant - Emergency Dept (PRN) at Nationwide Children's Hospital (2016-07 – 2018-01)
- Supported emergency care, vitals, glucose checks, specimen collection, catheterization, and rapid testing.
Education
Practical Nursing Program (LPN) in Nursing – Fortis College of Nursing (2025-07 – 2026-12)
Associate of Arts in Liberal Arts & Sciences – Columbus State Community College (2017 – 2020)
State Tested Nurse Aide (STNA) in Nursing – Academia School of Nursing (2016 – 2016)
Dental Assistant Certification in Dental Assisting – Fort Hayes Metropolitan High School (2008 – 2010)
High School Diploma – Independence High School (2006 – 2010)
