Dental Nurse

Ashford and St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust; Ashford; On-site; GBP 23,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashford and St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a dedicated Dental Nurse to support Senior Dental Nurses in the Maxillofacial & Orthodontic Department.

You will assist in clinics, prepare lists for the next day and help maintain high standards of patient care in collaboration with the clinical team. The role involves supporting orthodontic and maxillofacial patients, ensuring infection control, and maintaining equipment and stock levels.

Qualifications

• Certificate in Dental Nursing (NEBDN) or Level 3 NVQ Dental Nursing.
• Registered with the GDC.

Responsibilities

• Provide specialist nursing care to patients attending the Maxillofacial & Orthodontic Department.
• Assist in Specialist Orthodontic and Maxillofacial clinics and prepare clinic lists for the next day.
• Ensure infection control standards and decontamination procedures are followed.

Skills

Good communication

Computer skills

Education

Certificate in Dental Nursing (NEBDN)

Level 3 NVQ Dental Nursing

Registered with the GDC

Job description

The post holder will:

• Support Senior Dental Nurses
• Provide specialist nursing care to all patients attending the Maxillofacial & Orthodontic Department To prepare, organise and maintain high standards of patient care in the clinical environment in collaboration with the clinical team. Assist on Specialist Orthodontic and Maxillofacial clinics. Prepare lists for the next day, keep stock levels topped up, assist with trauma cases, keep infection control standards high.
• Assist the Senior Dental Nurses on clinic.
• To provide specialist nursing care to patients undergoing Orthodontic treatment, knowledge of fixed and removable appliances required.
• To provide specialist nursing care to Oral and Maxilllofacial Surgery patients requiring surgery and trauma patients referred from A & E and Walk in Centres.
• Provide nursing care for all patients attending new and review clinics, working closely with the clinical team.
• Advice to patients post procedure and prior to their discharge from clinic.
• Undertake care and supervision for patients with medically compromised conditions and physical needs.
• To be responsible for the preparation of all clinical areas. Preparation is essential for the effective running of treatment clinics; ensures continuous patient care during the patient episode.
• To ensure all surgical/orthodontic instruments are correctly sent for decontamination, complying with local traceable sterilisation procedures.
• To undertake the care, maintenance and cleaning of equipment in the clinical areas in line with the Trusts infection control policy.
• To nurse effectively and safety during procedures maintaining the personal protective equipment policy.

Communication

• Be an active member of the departmental team to facilitate effective running of clinics.
• Liaise with other staff and disciplines.
• Respect confidentiality of all information pertaining to the patients and their families.
• Promote good communication and interpersonal relationships.
• Participate in the promotion and maintenance of effective communication with the patients and carers.

General responsibilities/Other Duties

• Ensure safe storage and administration of medicines, in accordance with the Trust policy and practice.
• Report and record any incidents and complaints according to trust policy.
• Check that clinic notes are readily available with all relevant documentation.

Professional/Personal Responsibility

• Have the required level of knowledge of area of speciality and can apply that knowledge.
• Demonstrates experience in maintaining personal and professional development to keep knowledge and skills up to date.
• Be willing to undertake any necessary training.
• Assist the Senior Dental Nurses on clinic.
• To provide specialist nursing care to patients undergoing Orthodontic treatment, knowledge of fixed and removable appliances required.
• To provide specialist nursing care to Oral and Maxilllofacial Surgery patients requiring surgery and trauma patients referred from A & E and Walk in Centres.
• Provide nursing care for all patients attending new and review clinics, working closely with the clinical team.
• Advice to patients post procedure and prior to their discharge from clinic.
• Undertake care and supervision for patients with medically compromised conditions and physical needs.
• To be responsible for the preparation of all clinical areas. Preparation is essential for the effective running of treatment clinics; ensures continuous patient care during the patient episode.
• To ensure all surgical/orthodontic instruments are correctly sent for decontamination, complying with local traceable sterilisation procedures.
• To undertake the care, maintenance and cleaning of equipment in the clinical areas in line with the Trusts infection control policy.
• To nurse effectively and safety during procedures maintaining the personal protective equipment policy.

Duplicate Responsibilities

• Assist the Senior Dental Nurses on clinic.
• To provide specialist nursing care to patients undergoing Orthodontic treatment, knowledge of fixed and removable appliances required.
• To provide specialist nursing care to Oral and Maxilllofacial Surgery patients requiring surgery and trauma patients referred from A & E and Walk in Centres.
• Provide nursing care for all patients attending new and review clinics, working closely with the clinical team.
• Advice to patients post procedure and prior to their discharge from clinic.
• Undertake care and supervision for patients with medically compromised conditions and physical needs.
• To be responsible for the preparation of all clinical areas. Preparation is essential for the effective running of treatment clinics; ensures continuous patient care during the patient episode.
• To ensure all surgical/orthodontic instruments are correctly sent for decontamination, complying with local traceable sterilisation procedures.
• To undertake the care, maintenance and cleaning of equipment in the clinical areas in line with the Trusts infection control policy.
• To nurse effectively and safety during procedures maintaining the personal protective equipment policy.

Communication

• Be an active member of the departmental team to facilitate effective running of clinics.
• Liaise with other staff and disciplines.
• Respect confidentiality of all information pertaining to the patients and their families.
• Promote good communication and interpersonal relationships.
• Participate in the promotion and maintenance of effective communication with the patients and carers.

General responsibilities/Other Duties

• Ensure safe storage and administration of medicines, in accordance with the Trust policy and practice.
• Report and record any incidents and complaints according to trust policy.
• Check that clinic notes are readily available with all relevant documentation.

We are looking for a highly motivated flexible person who can demonstrate a dedication to quality care and provide high standards of nursing.

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• Certificate in Dental Nursing (NEBDN) or Level 3 NVQ Dental Nursing
• Registered with the GDC

Experience Essential

• Experience as a Dental Nurse ( Post certificate )
• Some surgical and/or Orthodontic experience

Desirable

• 3 years post certificate experience

Knowledge Essential

• Knowledge of the Trusts Vision, Values, Strategic Objectives and Key Work Programmes

Skills Essential

• Good communication skills
• Computer skills

Person Specification Qualifications Essential

• Certificate in Dental Nursing (NEBDN) or Level 3 NVQ Dental Nursing
• Registered with the GDC

Experience Essential

• Experience as a Dental Nurse ( Post certificate )
• Some surgical and/or Orthodontic experience

Desirable

• 3 years post certificate experience

Knowledge Essential

• Knowledge of the Trusts Vision, Values, Strategic Objectives and Key Work Programmes

Skills Essential

• Good communication skills
• Computer skills

Ashford and St. Peters Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is the largest provider of acute hospital services to Surrey residents, serving a population of 410,00 people and employing approximately 4,800 staff. Our vision is to provide an outstanding experience and best outcomes for patients and the team. We are committed to providing continuous professional development and flexibility to deliver our workforce plan. We work in partnership with Royal Surrey Hospital NHS Foundation Trust through a collaborative Group Model, supporting joined-up services, workforce flexibility and development opportunities. St Peter's Hospital delivers complex medical and surgical care, maternity and emergency services. Day and Orthopaedic surgery, ophthalmology and outpatient services are delivered at Ashford Hospital. Additional services are delivered at Woking Community Hospital. Our Values provide us with the behaviours we respect and can commit to. By living our values through our everyday interactions, we can build a stronger, more resilient, and forward- thinking organisation, guiding us to achieve success and make a positive impact on how we deliver our services. We can offer you the full range of NHS benefits and discounts for more information about careers at ASPH please visit:www.asph-careers.org