Job summary
An exciting
opportunity has arisen within the Head and Neck Centre at South Tyneside and
Sunderland STSFT for an experience Registered Dental Practitioner to join our multi-speciality
service covering ENT, Oral maxillofacial surgery and Orthodontics.
Our services
are delivered to inpatients and on and off site out patients, which covers a
wide ranging geographical area. The role of this post is to provide specialised
Head and Neck care to the patients who access the service. The dental nurse
will operate as a skilled member of the team both on and off site.
There are very
few dental nurses employed by the Trust due to the nature of their specialist
skills and the Head and Neck speciality requirements.
We could not
deliver the increasing business in OMFS and the growing Orthodontic service
without them. This is a unique opportunity for a general Dental Nurse to
develop and progress in the Head and Neck speciality.
Main duties of the job
The
ideal candidate will join the team to support the delivery of trust vision and
values, be responsible and accountable for the safe, effective and
compassionate care delivered to our patients.
The post is for
29.25 hours, Monday to Friday with shifts starting and finishing between
08:00am and 6:00pm
The Head and
Neck Centre has a large team of Registered Nurses, Dental Nurses and HCAs, who
work on site at Sunderland Royal Hospital and off site areas across the region.
Candidates
should be forward thinking, motivated, and flexible to the needs of the service
About us
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One Team One Trust - There are many reasons to work at our Trust. From our commitment to putting people first to our accessible services and award winning teams. We have a passion for research, innovation and tackling inequalities. We are committed to respect, fairness and civility and promote a compassionate, caring and positive culture / working environment.
We welcome all applications irrespective of peoples race, disability, gender, sexual orientation, religion/belief, age, gender identity, marriage and civil partnership, pregnancy/maternity and in particular those from under- represented groups. Looking after our workforces health and wellbeing is a priority for STSFT. We also provide access to high quality education, training, career progression and support. Flexible working is supported via the Trust's Flexible Working Policy.
The Trust employs around 8,300 people and provides a range of hospital services to a local community of around 430,000 residents. We also provide a range of more specialised services outside this area, in some cases to a population as great as 860,000. We offer our staff outstanding benefits - Fitness Centre (SRH), libraries at both hospital sites, chaplaincy support and access to a Childcare Co-ordinator to help staff with childcare arrangements.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
To be
responsible and accountable for the delivery of safe, effective and compassionate
care for patients designated to their care.
To comply
with the trusts vision, values and behavioural compact.
The
post holder will be involved in the assessment of care needs and assist in the
development, implementation and evaluation of all programmes of care within the
unit
Greet and
receive patients, carers and other visitors to the department in a courteous
and compassionate manner, acting as a contact point for patients and carers so
that they are informed and provided with help appropriate to their needs.
Orientate
patients to the department environment, providing appropriate verbal and
written information to them about facilities and services.
Ensure
effective and honest communication with patients, relatives and carers, taking
into consideration level of understanding, culture and background.
Address
any issues regarding care/concerns raised by patients and families as they
occur, and escalate concerns you are unable to resolve to the most appropriate
person.
Encourage
relatives/carers to take an active interest in the welfare and care of the
patient.
Ensure
effective communication with multi professional / multi agency teams.
Behave in
a professional manner, which respects the differing needs and cultures of
patients and staff.
Attend department
meetings.
Ensure
all documentation and record keeping is accurate, legible and completed in a
timely manner, in accordance with the General Dental Council Code and local
policy.
Have
courage to raise concerns regarding patient safety and quality.
Demonstrate
a proactive attitude to developing own and others practice providing both
formal and informal teaching.
Ability
to teach patients and carers as appropriate to individual need.
Effectively
deal with staff/patients/public, including those who may be upset, aggressive
or challenge explanations given.
Have
courage to raise concerns regarding quality and patient safety.
Job description
Job responsibilities
PLEASE REFER TO THE ATTACHED JOB DESCRIPTION FOR FULL DUTIES OF THE ROLE.
To be
responsible and accountable for the delivery of safe, effective and compassionate
care for patients designated to their care.
To comply
with the trusts vision, values and behavioural compact.
The
post holder will be involved in the assessment of care needs and assist in the
development, implementation and evaluation of all programmes of care within the
unit
Greet and
receive patients, carers and other visitors to the department in a courteous
and compassionate manner, acting as a contact point for patients and carers so
that they are informed and provided with help appropriate to their needs.
Orientate
patients to the department environment, providing appropriate verbal and
written information to them about facilities and services.
Ensure
effective and honest communication with patients, relatives and carers, taking
into consideration level of understanding, culture and background.
Address
any issues regarding care/concerns raised by patients and families as they
occur, and escalate concerns you are unable to resolve to the most appropriate
person.
Encourage
relatives/carers to take an active interest in the welfare and care of the
patient.
Ensure
effective communication with multi professional / multi agency teams.
Behave in
a professional manner, which respects the differing needs and cultures of
patients and staff.
Attend department
meetings.
Ensure
all documentation and record keeping is accurate, legible and completed in a
timely manner, in accordance with the General Dental Council Code and local
policy.
Have
courage to raise concerns regarding patient safety and quality.
Demonstrate
a proactive attitude to developing own and others practice providing both
formal and informal teaching.
Ability
to teach patients and carers as appropriate to individual need.
Effectively
deal with staff/patients/public, including those who may be upset, aggressive
or challenge explanations given.
Have
courage to raise concerns regarding quality and patient safety.
Person Specification
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to provide and receive complex, sensitive or contentious information
- Able to work without supervision
- Competent in the use of IT such as Microsoft Office
- Evidence of CPD
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Good basic level of English language demonstrated through effective written and verbal communication skills
- Flexibility in working patterns
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic Numeracy & Literacy Skills to Level 1 or equivalent
- Basic IT Skills
- Registered Dental Nurse with National certificate in Dental Nursing
- Certificate in Conscious Dental Sedation or Orthodontics
Desirable
- Dental radiography certificate
- Evidence of professional development
Experience
Essential
- Registered Dental Nurse with a minimum of 12 months post registration experience
Desirable
- Experience in a secondary health care setting
Physical Skills
Essential
- Ability to assist patients to move as per Trust Moving and Handling Policy
Person Specification
Skills and Knowledge
Essential
- Ability to provide and receive complex, sensitive or contentious information
- Able to work without supervision
- Competent in the use of IT such as Microsoft Office
- Evidence of CPD
- Excellent interpersonal skills
- Good basic level of English language demonstrated through effective written and verbal communication skills
- Flexibility in working patterns
Qualifications
Essential
- Basic Numeracy & Literacy Skills to Level 1 or equivalent
- Basic IT Skills
- Registered Dental Nurse with National certificate in Dental Nursing
- Certificate in Conscious Dental Sedation or Orthodontics
Desirable
- Dental radiography certificate
- Evidence of professional development
Experience
Essential
- Registered Dental Nurse with a minimum of 12 months post registration experience
Desirable
- Experience in a secondary health care setting
Physical Skills
Essential
- Ability to assist patients to move as per Trust Moving and Handling Policy
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
Additional information
Disclosure and Barring Service Check
This post is subject to the Rehabilitation of Offenders Act (Exceptions Order) 1975 and as such it will be necessary for a submission for Disclosure to be made to the Disclosure and Barring Service (formerly known as CRB) to check for any previous criminal convictions.
Applications from job seekers who require current Skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications. For further information visit the UK Visas and Immigration website (Opens in a new tab).
From 6 April 2017, skilled worker applicants, applying for entry clearance into the UK, have had to present a criminal record certificate from each country they have resided continuously or cumulatively for 12 months or more in the past 10 years. Adult dependants (over 18 years old) are also subject to this requirement. Guidance can be found here Criminal records checks for overseas applicants (Opens in a new tab).
UK Registration
Applicants must have current UK professional registration. For further information please see
NHS Careers website (opens in a new window).
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