Dental Surgery Nurse — Casual, Specialist Practice

CGR Services; Nelson; On-site; NZD 55,000 - 72,000; Part time

Job summary

Lumino Nelson Prosthodontics is seeking a Registered Nurse to join our specialist team on a casual basis in Nelson. You will assist Oral Surgeons during surgical procedures and support the prosthodontic team in delivering exceptional patient care.

The role focuses on patient comfort, safety, and information throughout treatment, while contributing to smooth day-to-day operations of the practice.

Qualifications

• Current Registration with the Nursing Council of New Zealand and a valid Annual Practising Certificate (APC).
• Previous experience in surgical, procedural, theatre, oral surgery, or specialist clinical settings preferred.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to put patients at ease.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Patient-centred approach and commitment to delivering exceptional care.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and as part of a close-knit team.
• Valid New Zealand work rights.
• The ability to commute reliably to our Nelson practice.

Responsibilities

• Assist Oral Surgeons during a range of surgical procedures, providing clinical support before, during, and after treatment.
• Monitor and support patients throughout their treatment journey, ensuring their comfort, safety, and wellbeing.
• Work collaboratively with our Prosthodontists and wider clinical team to deliver high-quality patient care.
• Prepare treatment rooms, surgical equipment, instruments, and clinical materials for procedures.
• Maintain high standards of infection prevention, sterilisation, and clinical compliance.
• Provide patients with treatment information and post-operative care instructions.
• Support the wider practice team with clinical and administrative duties as required.
• Contribute to a professional, collaborative, and patient-focused practice environment.

Job description

Lumino Nelson Prosthodontics is seeking a Registered Nurse to join our specialist team on a casual basis in Nelson. You will assist Oral Surgeons during surgical procedures and support the prosthodontic team in delivering exceptional patient care.

The role focuses on patient comfort, safety, and information throughout treatment, while contributing to smooth day-to-day operations of the practice.