Dental Nurse

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust; Bristol; On-site; GBP 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider in Bristol is seeking a Dental Nurse to deliver high-quality dental care. You will ensure the smooth operation of clinics and provide support to the dental team. Applicants must hold a recognized Dental Nurse Qualification and have strong clinical skills. This role promises a fulfilling environment with opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Must hold a recognised Dental Nurse Qualification.
• Experience in providing clinical support in a dental setting.
• Knowledge of infection control practices.

Responsibilities

• Monitor cleanliness and infection control standards.
• Provide clinical support and anticipate clinicians' needs.
• Triage dental emergency patients for timely care.

Skills

Dental Nursing

Infection Control

Clinical Support

Patient Care

Education

Recognised Dental Nurse Qualification

Job description

Overview

As a Dental Nurse at UHBW, you will play a vital role in delivering high-quality dental care to our patients. Working closely with our dental professionals, you will ensure the smooth operation of our clinics and contribute to our commitment to improving oral health in the community. This will involve, but not limited to:

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain a high standard of cleanliness and infection control in line with current codes of practice and trust policy.
• Provide four handed dentistry throughout the patient\'s treatment, anticipating the clinicians needs and any possible complications which may arise including assisting the management of medical and dental emergencies.
• Provide clinical support and advice for the dental team.
• Identify each patient\'s medical, dental, and personal needs within a wide range of treatments and procedures before, during and after the patient is discharged from clinic.
• Advise triage and prioritise dental emergency patients to ensure they receive the most appropriate care in a timely way.

About UHBW and Our Values

University Hospitals Bristol and Weston NHS Foundation Trust (UHBW) is one of the largest acute Trusts in the country, bringing together a combined workforce of over 13,000 staff and over 100 different clinical services across 10 different sites, serving a core population of more than 500,000 people across South West England. UHBW has been rated by the CQC as \'Good\' overall and our staff are proud to deliver excellent care to the people of Bristol, Weston and beyond. As a forward-thinking multi-award winning Trust and a digital exemplar committed to improving patient care, our world-leading research and innovations are having a positive local and global impact. Our hospitals are spread across Bristol and Weston, join us and you can enjoy the very best of both worlds; city living within a stone\'s throw of the countryside or beside the seaside, both with easy access to all that the South West has to offer. UHBW is committed to safeguarding and promoting the welfare of

Do you want to develop your specialist skills within dental nursing?

Bristol Dental Hospital roles

Bristol Dental Hospital is a Centre of Excellence providing routine and specialist clinical dental services for the South-West. Committed to delivering exceptional patient care and investing in the development of our staff, we are seeking dedicated and skilled Band 4 Dental Nurses to join our Dental Nursing Team. We have opportunities available in our Child Dental Health and Oral Surgery/ MaxFax departments. You will be part of the dental nurse service, providing a high standard of care, demonstrating strong clinical dental nursing skills whilst being part of a hard working and motivated team. You will continue to develop your skills by providing close support to clinical staff, and mentor the student dental nurses during their placements. Candidates must hold a recognised Dental Nurse Qualification.