Head Dental Nurse – Truly Moate

Truly Dental; Athlone; Vor Ort; EUR 42.000 - 54.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Truly Dental in Moate, Westmeath, is seeking a Head Dental Nurse to lead the clinical nursing function in the Moate clinic. You will mentor and supervise the nursing team and drive clinical excellence, safety, and operational flow in line with Truly’s standards.

The role balances clinical and administrative duties, with a focus on patient care and continuous improvement. Strong leadership, registration, and infection control experience are essential.

Qualifikationen

• Qualified Dental Nurse registration in Ireland.
• Hands-on clinical nursing experience in a dental practice.
• Experience in supervisory or leadership roles preferred.
• Knowledge of infection control and dental instruments.

Aufgaben

• Provide chairside nursing support across specialties.
• Lead and mentor the nursing team.
• Maintain infection control and clinical standards.
• Oversee equipment maintenance and inventory.
• Assist in onboarding new staff and scheduling.

Kenntnisse

Dental Nurse Registration

Clinical Nursing Experience

Supervisory Experience

Infection Control

Audit & Governance

Ausbildung

Qualified Dental Nurse Registration (Ireland)

Tools

Dentally System

Practice Management Software

Jobbeschreibung

About Truly

Truly is a modern dental company growing across Ireland and the UK. We're building the largest network of patient-first dental clinics in the region, with over 15 locations and a team of 500+ professionals.

We do dental differently, combining the warmth and care patients deserve with the technology and standards of a modern healthcare brand. From state-of-the-art treatment studios to mentorship-driven team culture, we invest in our people as much as in our patients.

Why Join Truly Dental?

• Work in a modern, technology-driven clinical environment

• Join a supportive team where collaboration and learning matter

• Be part of a growing international dental group

• Opportunity for long-term career development

• Make a real impact on patient experience every day

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The Role

As Head Dental Nurse, you’ll lead the clinical nursing function in the Moate, Westmeath clinic, ensuring top-tier patient care, mentoring and supervising the nursing team, and driving clinical excellence, safety, and operational flow in alignment with Truly’s values and standards.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Leadership & Practice

• Serve as a clinical role model: provide expert chairside support across all specialities

• Oversee maintenance of clinical standards, hygiene, infection control, and safety

• Ensure service readiness: maintain, test, and manage all clinical equipment

• Support onboarding and trial periods of new dentists and clinical staff

• Leverage the Dentally system to manage clinical workflows and train team members

• Manage clinical inventory and supplies to avoid downtime

Administrative & People Management

• Participate in staff meetings, contributing to service delivery improvements

• Maintain accurate nursing records, audits, and equipment logs

• Uphold clinical governance policies (quality, health & safety, risk)

• Conduct performance reviews, coaching, and development plans for clinical staff

• Assist in recruiting, onboarding, and training new clinical team members

• Create and manage team schedules, timesheets, holidays, and shift coverage

• Address day-to-day operational issues with problem-solving and decisiveness

What We're Looking For

Education & Experience

• Qualified Dental Nurse registration in Ireland (or equivalent)

• Several years of hands-on clinical nursing experience in a dynamic dental practice

• Prior supervisory or leadership experience in a clinical setting is preferred

Technical Knowledge & Skills

• In-depth understanding of dental specialities, instruments, materials, and infection control

• Competent use of practice management systems; experience with Dentally is a strong advantage

• Proficient in audit, record-keeping, and clinical governance

• Strong organisational, scheduling, and inventory management skills

Interpersonal & Leadership Competencies

• Excellent communication skills, with patients, dentists, and team members

• Coaching and mentoring mindset, fostering growth in others

• Professionalism, empathy, and a calm, patient-centric approach

• Adaptability, resilience, and sound judgment in a fast-paced environment

• Collaborative: open to new ideas, continuous improvement, and teamwork

Important Details Before Applying

• Clinic opening hours: Monday to Saturday, 8am to 8pm, and Sunday, 10am to 6pm. Flexibility for weekend shifts is required

• Location: Moate, Westmeath

• Full-time role, balancing both clinical and administrative responsibilities

• Strong emphasis on continuous learning, standards, and culture fit