Dental Nurse

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust; Gosport; On-site; GBP 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional healthcare organization is offering a fantastic opportunity for four Dental Nurses to join their Special Care and Paediatric Service in Gosport, England. The role involves participation in clinical procedures, providing support to Dental Officers, and ensuring the smooth operation of clinics. Ideal candidates will be GDC registered and enthusiastic about working with vulnerable populations. This position promises a caring environment, support for professional development, and exposure to a varied caseload every day.

Benefits

Caring and calm working environment

Immediate advice from experienced colleagues

Excellent opportunities to upskill

Access to training for CPD

Great organizational culture

Responsibilities

• Participate in clinical and surgical procedures.
• Ensure the smooth running of clinics.
• Provide advice on oral hygiene and peri-operative care.
• Operate specialist dental equipment and ensure it's checked.
• Maintain cleanliness and organization in the dental environment.

Skills

GDC registered

Confidence in delivering NHS Dentistry

Experience in treating children

Interest in holistic care

Flexibility in person-centred care

Job description

Job Summary

We are offering a fantastic opportunity for four Dental Nurses to join a well established Special Care and Paediatric Service in Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. Participate in clinical and surgical procedures, providing chaperone and clinical support to Dental Officer and Dental Therapist. Ensure the smooth running of clinics and provide cover in other areas of the service in case of staff leave or absence, often at short notice. Provide advice on oral hygiene and peri-operative care; and provide personal care associated with surgical procedures. Operate specialist dental equipment as prescribed by Dental Officer and Dental Therapist. Ensure all medical devices have had the routine daily/weekly monthly checks completed and documented prior to use. Carry out routine daily weekly and monthly checks to ensure emergency drugs and resuscitation equipment is in date and working. Ensure all documentation has been completed. Ensure the dental environment is kept clean and free of clutter, ensuring dental materials are in date, stocks replenished and medicines are stored in accordance with Trust Policy.

Are you a dynamic and enthusiastic NHS Dental Nurse looking to develop your skills and work within a supportive team environment?

Qualifications

• GDC registered?
• Confident in delivering general NHS Dentistry?
• Looking to build experience in treating children?
• Interested in holistic care for vulnerable people?
• Flexible and passionate about person centred care?

About the Trust

Hampshire and Isle of Wight Healthcare NHS Foundation Trust is a newly established organisation, bringing together expertise from across mental health, learning disabilities, community, and physical health services. We are dedicated to delivering compassionate, high-quality, and accessible care to the diverse communities of Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. With over 13,000 dedicated staff working across more than 300 sites, we place patients and staff at the centre of everything we do. Our goal is to create an integrated healthcare system that improves accessibility and ensures more consistent care for patients. By working together, we aim to improve patient outcomes, drive innovation, and meet the unique needs of the populations we serve. Our Trust unites services from Southern Health, Solent NHS Trust, Isle of Wight NHS Trusts community and mental health teams, as well as Hampshire CAMHS, originally part of Sussex Partnership NHS Foundation Trust. This transformation enables us to deliver more seamless care across the region, ensuring that patients receive the right support, in the right place, at the right time. Join us as we embark on this exciting journey to shape the future of healthcare across Hampshire and the Isle of Wight. We are deeply committed to our CARE values of compassion, accountability, respect, and excellence, and offer outstanding opportunities for career development, training, and collaborative working.

Benefits

• A caring and calm environment where our dedicated team of dental professionals can offer the best possible care for patients
• A varied caseload - every day brings new challenges
• Immediate access to advice from experienced colleagues
• Excellent opportunities to upskill in conscious sedation and domiciliary dentistry
• Access to training to maintain your CPD and boost your clinical skills
• Great Organisational Culture