McKenna Rausch

(563) 599-1860 | rauschmckenna@gmail.com

Education
Kirkwood Community College; Cedar Rapids, IA
AAS, Dental Hygiene Anticipated Graduation: May 2018
University of Iowa; Iowa City, IA
BA, Health and Life Sciences Graduation: May 2016
Clinical Experience
University of Iowa College of Dentistry August 2016 - Present
 Completed scaling and root planning, coronal polishes, placed sealants, and applied
fluoride treatments
 Made radiographs such as horizontal and vertical bitewings, panoramic, and complete
mouth series
 Administered local anesthesia, including MSA, ASA, PSA, NP, GP, IAL/B, mental, and
infiltration injections
 Obtained and reviewed health histories in Axium healthcare software
 Educated patients regarding oral health and proper oral hygiene care
 Established individualized treatment plans, such as determining periodontal status and
selecting an appropriate nutritional plan based on patient needs
Additional Clinical Experience/Community Outreach
 His Hands - Free Clinic; Cedar Rapids, IA August 2017 - Present
 Free Medical & Dental Clinic; Iowa City, IA August 2017 - Present
 University of Iowa - Special Care Clinic; Iowa City, IA August 2017 - Present
 University of Iowa - Periodontal Clinic; Iowa City, IA August 2017 - Present
 Pleasantview Retirement Home - Fluoride Program; Kalona, IA February 2018
 Geriatric Mobile Unit - Briarwood Healthcare Center; Iowa City, IA October 2017
 Oakdale Prison; Coralville, IA July 2017
Certifications
 Local Anesthesia May 2018
 Nitrous Oxide May 2018
 CPR for the Healthcare Provider July 2016 – July 2018
 Mandatory child/adult abuse reporter August 2016 - Present
Work Experience
Beer Burger: Server May 2017 - Present
Longhorn Steakhouse: Server September 2014 - May 2017
Student/Volunteer Involvement
Iowa Mission of Mercy September 2015 - Present
 Volunteer Yearly providing free dental care to people without dental insurance
 Participated in various positions every year, including sterilization of instruments and
assisting patients with assorted questions
Tanager Place October 2017
 Educated special needs children aged 11-17 on the importance of dental hygiene
 Created and developed an interactive presentation to improve student participation
Dance Marathon October 2016 - February
2017
 Participated in inaugural event at Kirkwood Community College
 Raised over $250 to be donated to the University of Iowa Children’s Hospital