Dental Nurse
2 weeks ago
Job summary
The post holder will be required to fulfil a comprehensive range of dental nursing duties within Specialist Dental Services (SDS). SDS appointed nurses will be based at a SDS clinic but may be required to work at other SDS locations within the service.
An exciting opportunity has arisen for an experienced Registered Dental Nurse to join the Specialist Dental Service in Morecambe. The vacancy is full time Monday to Friday, however part time applicants would be considered.
Main duties of the job
We provide Special Care and Urgent Care to adults and children at the Queen Victoria Centre in Morecambe and Royal Lancaster Infirmary. The key responsibility of the post holders will be to provide high quality dental nursing support to clinicians. The role includes decontamination, reception, and other clinical duties. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a caring approach to patients, be well organised and flexible and work as part of a large team. Post registration qualifications would be advantageous but are not essential and there would be opportunities to develop knowledge and skills.
About us
Blackpool Teaching Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust is ideally situated just a forty five minute drive from Manchester. The Trust provides services to the 440,000 residents of Blackpool, Fylde & Wyre and North Lancashire, as well as specialist tertiary care for Cardiac and Haematology patients.
As one of the United Kingdom's largest coastal resort, Blackpool has plenty to offer its residents - it's not just a good place to work; it's a great place to live . In addition to its bustling centre and historic seafront, the town is world famous for its many attractions, including the famous Blackpool Tower. Blackpool also offers a number of scenic cycling routes round our local parks and across the surrounding countryside, as well as boasting panoramic views of the coast on its picturesque Promenade. Further afield, Blackpool also benefits from less than three-hour connections via rail to Edinburgh in the north and London in the south.
Job descriptionJob responsibilities
The key responsibility of the post holder will be to provide high quality dental nursing support to community dentists. The role includes decontamination, reception and other clinical duties. The successful candidate will be able to demonstrate a caring approach to patients, be well organised and flexible in their approach to work and have the ability to work as part of a team.
Person SpecificationQualifications
Essential
GCSEs with grade C and above in English and Maths, or equivalent qualification National Certificate in Dental Nursing or NVQ Level 3 Dental Nursing qualification Valid GDC registrationKnowledge and Understanding
Essential
Duties and responsibilities of a Registered Dental Nurse Knowledge of legislation related to Infection Control and Decontamination. Awareness of Risk Assessment and Health and Safety Policies Awareness of safeguarding issues Awareness of Data Protection and Information Governance Knowledge of range of NHS Community dental services Up to date with legislation and current procedures relating to dentistry/Clinical GovernanceExperience
Essential
Recent experience of working as a dental nurse Experience of working in a Community Dental Service and/or General Dental PracticeSkills and Qualities
Essential
Effective communication with patients, the Dental Team and other health professionals Good organizational and planning skills to ensure effective provision of service High degree of manual dexterity, co-ordination and awareness of the use and maintenance of specialized equipment Commitment to a high standard of patient care Acceptance of responsibility and accountability for own work Recognises the limits of own authority within the role Seeks and uses professional support appropriately Ability to work as an effective member of a team Excellent computer skills using packages such as SOEL Health, Sidexis, Microsoft packages Good time management Willingness to engage in CPD and regular updating and extension of skillsPhysical Factors
Essential
Good general health Ability to withstand stressful situations/environments Ability to adjust to change Ability to travel between dental sites in a timely manner Flexibility to meet the needs of the service-
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