Teaching Dental Nurse: Chairside Support & Emergencies

The Methodist Church in Britain; Grimsby; On-site; GBP 24,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Registered Dental Nurse for a teaching hospital setting, supporting undergraduate and postgraduate students during dental procedures.

The role involves chairside assistance, infection control, record keeping, and triage of emergencies within GDC scope. CPD and teamwork are essential for ensuring high standards of patient care.

Qualifications

• Registrable Dental Nurse qualification or NVQ Level III in Oral Healthcare.
• Evidence of current continuing professional development.

Responsibilities

• Provide chairside support for dental procedures for undergraduate and postgraduate students.
• Record treatment and associated clerical work.
• Prepare materials, instruments, equipment, dressings and syringes.
• Maintain infection control and prepare the treatment area.
• Receive and triage emergency patients and assist with medical emergencies within GDC scope.
• Give patients pre- and post-operative instructions and confirm understanding.
• Assist with x-ray, blood and bacteriological investigations.
• Assist with treatments and surgical procedures, and work in other hospital areas when needed.
• Care for dental equipment and carry out minor maintenance.
• Communicate with other departments to arrange follow-up treatment.
• Maintain stock, check expiry dates and reorder.
• Cover duties of absent colleagues when necessary.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Written communication

Oral communication

Teamwork

Basic IT skills

Prioritising tasks

Education

Registrable Dental Nurse qualification

NVQ Level III in Oral Healthcare

Job description

Liverpool University Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is seeking a Registered Dental Nurse for a teaching hospital setting, supporting undergraduate and postgraduate students during dental procedures.

The role involves chairside assistance, infection control, record keeping, and triage of emergencies within GDC scope. CPD and teamwork are essential for ensuring high standards of patient care.